Cannabis Purchasing Director Jobs

Overview:

Under general supervision from the CGO, the Director of Purchasing and Procurement is responsible for the planning of the weekly ordering, restocking, and logistics of Pioneers retail division. The Director of Purchasing and Procurement will be responsible for reviewing sell-through inventory and lead time data to ensure that all products carried in Lova stores, and DC are restocked appropriately. While maintaining adequate inventory balances across the entire organization. The Director of Purchasing and Procurement will be responsible for managing the distribution center team, coordinating receiving, inventory management, picking, packing, shipping, and fulfillment. The Director of Purchasing and Procurement will monitor sell through data to identify top performing and worst performing SKU’s to make recommendations to the buying team in regards to which SKU’s to consider or eliminate. The Director of Purchasing and Procurement will work directly with store leadership to ensure accurate inventory balances across all locations. They will also work directly with supplier teams to ensure perfect execution of just in time delivery across all items and SKU’s. The Director of Purchasing and Procurement will use their extensive organizational and warehousing experience to streamline distribution and fulfillment operations so as to reduce error rates and increase efficiency.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Promotes and maintains a positive work environment that adheres to LOVA Mission & Core Values
• Overseeing Metrics on daily, weekly and monthly as needed
• Evaluating category performance by SKU, sub-category, and category to provide buying recommendations to buying / category managers
• Oversees and manages LOVA inventory needs ensuring stores remain properly stocked while adhering to thresholds
• Interact and engage with store managers, buyer, and finance team on inventory needs based on store performance
• Oversee the development and management of LOVA’s distribution center to facilitate orders and eliminate out of stocks across LOVA stores
• Motivates, organizes, and encourages teamwork to help meet productivity targets
• Communicates with various company personnel, vendors, and other customers
• Responds to issues and concerns in a timely manner by email, telephone, etc.
• Directs dispatching to ensure timely and accurate scheduling of shipments
• Coordinates inter-company transfer of product for store deliveries
• Coordinates any secondary deliveries due to any shortages or mistakes on original scheduled delivery
• Directs receiving to ensure proper count and physical inspection of merchandise by the quality control Department; manages proper distribution of product
• Ensures stock is properly rotated according to LOVA standards
• Insuring the proper maintenance of all distribution center equipment
• Makes sure all products are stored in the correct condition and temperature
• Responsible for maintaining the distribution center is in full compliance with all Federal, State and local regulatory safety, labor, worker’s comp and health requirements ensuring the health, safety, cleanliness and security of the work environment
• Responsible for controlling labor cost and for minimizing shrink. Maintains operating budget related to freight, repairs & maintenance, and other costs
• Directs employee relations issues for the distribution center, hiring, training, motivating, conduct performance reviews, conflict resolution and discipline
• Fulfilling objectives and directions from the corporate office

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities & Physical Requirements):

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Logistics, Business, Supply Chain or related field with a minimum of five (5) years of progressive distribution management experience
• Experience in computerized distribution and transportation management systems
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Proven experience in developing and managing annual operating plans (P&L)
• Be able to implement change management by driving, influencing and inspiring employees at all levels
• Must have good leadership skills, verbal, and written communication skills
• Possess effective time management, presentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Must be resourceful and effective at building partnerships in and outside of the company, be able to use all resources to effectively solve problems
• Must have strong computer skills in MS Office Applications
• Be able to multitask, set priorities, pay attention to detail, and maintain confidentiality
• Must be able to provide and receive constructive feedback
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment while working within strict time frames and deadlines
• Working with Metrc and RCS (Anthea) systems
• Knowledge of all applicable Federal, State, Local laws and regulations that are specific to a distribution center operation

About LOVA:

LOVA was built on the foundation of its mission of Growing Plants, People, and Community. LOVA is one of the fastest growing and most successful dispensary operators in Colorado. Having opened in 2019, LOVA has 6-operating doors with 3-more opening in Q1 2022 servicing tens of thousands of recreational and medical customers per month. LOVA bridges the gap between legacy & third wave retail experiences by providing the customer with the best quality products, at the best price, every day, combined with the greatest customer service, product knowledge, and experience in the industry. LOVA is thrilled to be expanding its operations to Illinois where it will be adding 6-stores in 2022 to the company. LOVA encourages a diverse and inclusive community of team members and seeks to develop its team members by providing them with the skills and experience to truly expand their opportunities in the cannabis industry. Come join us!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Carbondale, IL 62901: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Warehouse experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Apply for this job with Lova Canna Co

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

Summary

The Purchasing Director is responsible for all cannabis procurement and ensuring we have the right products available at the right times. The Purchasing Director partners with the marketing and retail teams to determine product needs, then works to source, purchase and receive products. The Purchasing Director makes purchasing decisions by using data, staying current with local market trends, and having the ability to anticipate future shifts in demand. This role manages all cannabis vendor relationships and partnerships. The primary goal of the Purchasing Director is to ensure the optimal supply of product to meet customer demand.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list is not all inclusive.

The Purchasing Director develops and manages effective relationships with brand and distribution partners when they:

• Develop and manage distributor and brand relationships in a manner that promotes healthy working relationships and results in quality products available to customers at a good value
• Effectively negotiate with vendors to ensure favorable terms for pricing and optimal supply
• Develop distributor and brand relationships that ensure timely deliveries resulting in consistent stock on hand for core products
• Seeks out distributors and brands that align with company values
• Negotiate and manage brand partnerships and agreements for preferred merchandising

The Purchasing Director takes data and analytics driven action when they:

• Analyze sales and inventory reporting on a weekly and monthly basis and take action based upon results and trends
• Monitor industry analytics for trends and comparative analysis and take action based upon findings
• Monitor and manage inventory levels and purchasing to ensure optimal product mix that is reflective of customer demand and covers the store inventory needs
• Create promotions and manage price changes consistent with inventory levels and sales demand
• Perform regular local competitive analysis to ensure the appropriate market positioning of products pricing

The Purchasing Director effectively manages the operations of their department when they:

• Ensure that products are delivered in a timely manner, and that the quality of the goods received is satisfactory
• Ensure the accurate receipt and entry of inventory in the seed to sale system and the Inventory Management/POS software
• Partner with Marketing teams and Store Managers to ensure the appropriate merchandising of products
• Educate Store Managers, Inventory Specialists, and Marketing teams on new products and brands
• Develop and retain high performing staff
• Manage the purchasing budget, ensure budget targets are met, and facilitate vendor payments
• Participate in the determination of product and purchasing key performance indicators and ensure they are met

The Purchasing Director make every decision in alignment with the company values when they:

• Demonstrate an awareness of their own world view and that different world views exist.
• Demonstrate respect for and openness to cultural differences.
• Demonstrate respect and a positive, caring attitude towards all customers and colleagues.
• Proactively seek ways to improve the experience of the customer and their own performance.

The Purchasing Director supports marketing when they:

• Maintain inventory in the Point of Sale system with accurate creation of Promotions built out in the software system.
• Post Collections and Sales on the company website.
• Directly supporting Marketing needs to create promotions
• Create Purchase Orders to the naming convention and complete required data input within product creation prior to product delivery
• Facilitate communication with vendors to complete product returns, refunds and tracking credit

Reports To:

• The Purchasing Director reports directly to the District Manager.

Performance Requirements: (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Possess expert knowledge about cannabis products, methods of delivery and applications
• Demonstrate an understanding of cannabis culture, customer behavior and buying trends
• Demonstrate skill in data analytics
• Complete monthly inventory audits
• Be proficient with company inventory management/Point of Sale software
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess excellent organizational skills and pay close attention to detail
• Demonstrate a passion for cannabis and the company mission
• Adhere to the guidelines set in the Team Member Handbook, training materials and follow all Company Policies and Procedures
• Be knowledgeable about and adhere to state and local cannabis regulations
• Possess excellent problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Suite with intermediate Excel/Sheets skills

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a busy dispensary and requires frequent contact and interaction with distributors, vendors, customers, and staff.
• Limited travel may be required
• Requires working varied hours and days, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Demands

• Ability to operate a computer, keyboard, tablet, scanner, receipt printer, and other point of sale equipment.
• Frequent moving, reaching, and grabbing.
• Occasional travel may be required
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and moving up to 50 lbs.

Required Education and Experience

• 1-3 years’ experience in an inventory management or related role
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 21+

Preferred Education and Experience

• 2 or more years’ experience working in the cannabis industry

EEO Statement

At Origins | Rose Mary Jane, we believe our workforce should be as diverse as the cannabis plant itself. We actively seek out people of different backgrounds and encourage all to apply. Your race, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, skin color, national origin, and any other protected characteristic that makes you uniquely you, are welcome here.

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Apply for this job with Origins | Rose Mary Jane

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

Summary

The Purchasing Director is responsible for all cannabis procurement and ensuring we have the right products available at the right times. The Purchasing Director partners with the marketing and retail teams to determine product needs, then works to source, purchase and receive products. The Purchasing Director makes purchasing decisions by using data, staying current with local market trends, and having the ability to anticipate future shifts in demand. This role manages all cannabis vendor relationships and partnerships. The primary goal of the Purchasing Director is to ensure the optimal supply of product to meet customer demand.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list is not all inclusive.

The Purchasing Director develops and manages effective relationships with brand and distribution partners when they:

• Develop and manage distributor and brand relationships in a manner that promotes healthy working relationships and results in quality products available to customers at a good value
• Effectively negotiate with vendors to ensure favorable terms for pricing and optimal supply
• Develop distributor and brand relationships that ensure timely deliveries resulting in consistent stock on hand for core products
• Seeks out distributors and brands that align with company values
• Negotiate and manage brand partnerships and agreements for preferred merchandising

The Purchasing Director takes data and analytics driven action when they:

• Analyze sales and inventory reporting on a weekly and monthly basis and take action based upon results and trends
• Monitor industry analytics for trends and comparative analysis and take action based upon findings
• Monitor and manage inventory levels and purchasing to ensure optimal product mix that is reflective of customer demand and covers the store inventory needs
• Create promotions and manage price changes consistent with inventory levels and sales demand
• Perform regular local competitive analysis to ensure the appropriate market positioning of products pricing

The Purchasing Director effectively manages the operations of their department when they:

• Ensure that products are delivered in a timely manner, and that the quality of the goods received is satisfactory
• Ensure the accurate receipt and entry of inventory in the seed to sale system and the Inventory Management/POS software
• Partner with Marketing teams and Store Managers to ensure the appropriate merchandising of products
• Educate Store Managers, Inventory Specialists, and Marketing teams on new products and brands
• Develop and retain high performing staff
• Manage the purchasing budget, ensure budget targets are met, and facilitate vendor payments
• Participate in the determination of product and purchasing key performance indicators and ensure they are met

The Purchasing Director make every decision in alignment with the company values when they:

• Demonstrate an awareness of their own world view and that different world views exist.
• Demonstrate respect for and openness to cultural differences.
• Demonstrate respect and a positive, caring attitude towards all customers and colleagues.
• Proactively seek ways to improve the experience of the customer and their own performance.

The Purchasing Director supports marketing when they:

• Maintain inventory in the Point of Sale system with accurate creation of Promotions built out in the software system.
• Post Collections and Sales on the company website.
• Directly supporting Marketing needs to create promotions
• Create Purchase Orders to the naming convention and complete required data input within product creation prior to product delivery
• Facilitate communication with vendors to complete product returns, refunds and tracking credit

Reports To:

• The Purchasing Director reports directly to the District Manager.

Performance Requirements: (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Possess expert knowledge about cannabis products, methods of delivery and applications
• Demonstrate an understanding of cannabis culture, customer behavior and buying trends
• Demonstrate skill in data analytics
• Complete monthly inventory audits
• Be proficient with company inventory management/Point of Sale software
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess excellent organizational skills and pay close attention to detail
• Demonstrate a passion for cannabis and the company mission
• Adhere to the guidelines set in the Team Member Handbook, training materials and follow all Company Policies and Procedures
• Be knowledgeable about and adhere to state and local cannabis regulations
• Possess excellent problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Suite with intermediate Excel/Sheets skills

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a busy dispensary and requires frequent contact and interaction with distributors, vendors, customers, and staff.
• Limited travel may be required
• Requires working varied hours and days, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Demands

• Ability to operate a computer, keyboard, tablet, scanner, receipt printer, and other point of sale equipment.
• Frequent moving, reaching, and grabbing.
• Occasional travel may be required
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and moving up to 50 lbs.

Required Education and Experience

• 1-3 years’ experience in an inventory management or related role
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 21+

Preferred Education and Experience

• 2 or more years’ experience working in the cannabis industry

EEO Statement

At Origins | Rose Mary Jane, we believe our workforce should be as diverse as the cannabis plant itself. We actively seek out people of different backgrounds and encourage all to apply. Your race, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, skin color, national origin, and any other protected characteristic that makes you uniquely you, are welcome here.

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Apply for this job with Origins | Rose Mary Jane

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

Summary

The Purchasing Director is responsible for all cannabis procurement and ensuring we have the right products available at the right times. The Purchasing Director partners with the marketing and retail teams to determine product needs, then works to source, purchase and receive products. The Purchasing Director makes purchasing decisions by using data, staying current with local market trends, and having the ability to anticipate future shifts in demand. This role manages all cannabis vendor relationships and partnerships. The primary goal of the Purchasing Director is to ensure the optimal supply of product to meet customer demand.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This list is not all inclusive.

The Purchasing Director develops and manages effective relationships with brand and distribution partners when they:

• Develop and manage distributor and brand relationships in a manner that promotes healthy working relationships and results in quality products available to customers at a good value
• Effectively negotiate with vendors to ensure favorable terms for pricing and optimal supply
• Develop distributor and brand relationships that ensure timely deliveries resulting in consistent stock on hand for core products
• Seeks out distributors and brands that align with company values
• Negotiate and manage brand partnerships and agreements for preferred merchandising

The Purchasing Director takes data and analytics driven action when they:

• Analyze sales and inventory reporting on a weekly and monthly basis and take action based upon results and trends
• Monitor industry analytics for trends and comparative analysis and take action based upon findings
• Monitor and manage inventory levels and purchasing to ensure optimal product mix that is reflective of customer demand and covers the store inventory needs
• Create promotions and manage price changes consistent with inventory levels and sales demand
• Perform regular local competitive analysis to ensure the appropriate market positioning of products pricing

The Purchasing Director effectively manages the operations of their department when they:

• Ensure that products are delivered in a timely manner, and that the quality of the goods received is satisfactory
• Ensure the accurate receipt and entry of inventory in the seed to sale system and the Inventory Management/POS software
• Partner with Marketing teams and Store Managers to ensure the appropriate merchandising of products
• Educate Store Managers, Inventory Specialists, and Marketing teams on new products and brands
• Develop and retain high performing staff
• Manage the purchasing budget, ensure budget targets are met, and facilitate vendor payments
• Participate in the determination of product and purchasing key performance indicators and ensure they are met

The Purchasing Director make every decision in alignment with the company values when they:

• Demonstrate an awareness of their own world view and that different world views exist.
• Demonstrate respect for and openness to cultural differences.
• Demonstrate respect and a positive, caring attitude towards all customers and colleagues.
• Proactively seek ways to improve the experience of the customer and their own performance.

The Purchasing Director supports marketing when they:

• Maintain inventory in the Point of Sale system with accurate creation of Promotions built out in the software system.
• Post Collections and Sales on the company website.
• Directly supporting Marketing needs to create promotions
• Create Purchase Orders to the naming convention and complete required data input within product creation prior to product delivery
• Facilitate communication with vendors to complete product returns, refunds and tracking credit

Reports To:

• The Purchasing Director reports directly to the District Manager.

Performance Requirements: (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Possess expert knowledge about cannabis products, methods of delivery and applications
• Demonstrate an understanding of cannabis culture, customer behavior and buying trends
• Demonstrate skill in data analytics
• Complete monthly inventory audits
• Be proficient with company inventory management/Point of Sale software
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess excellent organizational skills and pay close attention to detail
• Demonstrate a passion for cannabis and the company mission
• Adhere to the guidelines set in the Team Member Handbook, training materials and follow all Company Policies and Procedures
• Be knowledgeable about and adhere to state and local cannabis regulations
• Possess excellent problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Suite with intermediate Excel/Sheets skills

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a busy dispensary and requires frequent contact and interaction with distributors, vendors, customers, and staff.
• Limited travel may be required
• Requires working varied hours and days, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Demands

• Ability to operate a computer, keyboard, tablet, scanner, receipt printer, and other point of sale equipment.
• Frequent moving, reaching, and grabbing.
• Occasional travel may be required
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and moving up to 50 lbs.

Required Education and Experience

• 1-3 years’ experience in an inventory management or related role
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 21+

Preferred Education and Experience

• 2 or more years’ experience working in the cannabis industry

EEO Statement

At Origins | Rose Mary Jane, we believe our workforce should be as diverse as the cannabis plant itself. We actively seek out people of different backgrounds and encourage all to apply. Your race, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, skin color, national origin, and any other protected characteristic that makes you uniquely you, are welcome here.

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Apply for this job with Origins | Rose Mary Jane

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

At DIZPOT, our goal is to become the World’s leading provider of packaging and supplies to the Cannabis industry. As a startup, our team is looking for entrepreneurial folks to support our rapid growth with an emphasis on designing an efficient, dynamic, fun, and overall badass place to be creative and work hard. In just three years, DIZPOT has become a leader in its space through its three core values:

1. Old School Service – we pick up the phone when it rings, answer problems with solutions, and never back down from a challenge

2. No Hesitation – if a DIZPOT team member sees something that needs to be done, we do it without any hesitation and, if we’re not the right person for the job, we find the right person and help them with the effort

3. The Golden Rule – primarily inward-facing, this core value is about ensuring that team members are supporting each other in meeting their personal and professional goals and never doing anything to interfere with individual or team success

Incredible growth and demand for our services requires that DIZPOT professionalize its international sourcing and procurement position through hiring the right leader to become our Director of International and Domestic Sourcing. The successful candidate for this position will be independent, have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and will be an immediate impact player as a result of their experience.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in supply chain or international sourcing/procurement
• 5+ years experience with packaging such as mylar bags, cardboard boxes, and glass jars
• 4-year degree in business administration, supply chain management or similar field of study
• Management experience with direct reports is required
• Packaging procurement in China is a plus

Job Duties:

• Manage all procurement resulting from sales and supply needs
• Develop and maintain all vendor relationships
• Seek new vendors to obtain better pricing and/or service
• Manage three employees with shared responsibilities
• Work closely with Art Director to ensure high quality and efficient product development
• Create processes to ensure expeditious procurement and sourcing practices
• Identify purchasing and project management software and present for implementation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:Our team is wearing masks in the office and we have very limited outside visitors.

Experience:

• international sourcing: 5 years (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Company's website:

• DIZPOT.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

Apply for this job with DIZPOT, LLC

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

General Summary:

The Director of Product is responsible for the data and analytics to drive pricing, forecasting and purchasing decisions and to support inventory management at each of our three medical and recreational marijuana retail dispensaries located in Framingham, Pittsfield, and Hudson in Massachusetts and our two medical Alternative Treatment Centers (ATC) in Dover and Lebanon in New Hampshire. Temescal Wellness is a start-up business operating in an ever-changing regulatory landscape, and as such, the following job description may not include all necessary tasks. All employees will be expected to pitch in, as needed, to ensure the successful start-up and operation of each facility.

Requirements shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

• 
  Sales Analytics: research and analyze competitor pricing, wholesale prices and internal COGS to maximize profitability through margin and revenue analysis. Leverage internal and external data sources including point-of-sale, market data and internal financial data to create analysis, presentations and recommendations in support of delivering profitable sales growth for Temescal Wellness. Create and distribute regular reports to inform decision-making on price changes, sales forecasts and product range.
• 
  Purchasing / Production Planning & Inventory Management (PPIM): serve as the Retail Team’s primary point of contact with Temescal Wellness production and manufacturing colleagues to determine what product range and volume can be satisfied internally. Establish, maintain and expand relationships among wholesale suppliers to supplement our menus and ensure our offering is competitive. Successfully advocate and negotiate for retail & inventory needs. Collaborate with production and finance teams to support implementation of ERP system.
• 
  Store Level Support: Dotted line management of instore Inventory Specialists with responsibility to mentor and guide their inventory management skills, overseeing their weekly orders and weeks on hand, supporting the order guide and inventory coverage reports, tracking aged inventory and short dated inventory. Lead communication between stores and production and manufacturing.
• 
  Medical Program Price Promotions: Oversee and implement the price promotions for the medical program reporting on profitability performance and using historical data to determine and predict future activity and results. Benchmark efforts against our competitors to ensure promotions are compelling and drive loyalty. Collaborate with store managers, inventory specialists, marketing and production to ensure timely promotional communications via calendars and marketing collateral and inventory availability with accurate ordering to forecast.
• 
  Training and Marketing: Product knowledge training to inform and enable retail staff to deliver excellent customer service. Support marketing requirements for social media, blog and PR content. Enlist wholesale partners for instore demonstrations and staff training. Work with marketing to inform customer surveys for content that advises and supports product selection and promotional activity. Detect emerging customer and market trends and help determine how the business can meet those opportunities and challenges to drive greater sales success. Work with managers to ensure merchandising supports product, brands and campaigns to maximize sales and customer experience.

Key Skills & Experiences

• Analytical / Quantitative
• Excel power user, incl pivot tables
• Excellent written communication skills, including visuals
• Concise verbal communication skills
• Appreciates the need for precision
• Knowledge of Core business process (Sales, distribution, customer planning, category management, finance, CFSC, etc)
• 5+ years in CPG, retail or management consulting

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $90-120K/yr, depending on qualifications
• Target bonus: 20% (could be higher, based on company performance)
• Employer pays approximately 75% of medical, dental and vision insurance, including for family members
• Unlimited PTO
• Flexible work arrangements possible
• Mission-driven organization with an excellent work-life balance

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Temescal Wellness is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fair hiring practices and to creating a welcoming environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Powered by JazzHR

Apply for this job with Temescal Wellness

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

General Summary:

The Director of Product is responsible for the data and analytics to drive pricing, forecasting and purchasing decisions and to support inventory management at each of our three medical and recreational marijuana retail dispensaries located in Framingham, Pittsfield, and Hudson in Massachusetts and our two medical Alternative Treatment Centers (ATC) in Dover and Lebanon in New Hampshire. Temescal Wellness is a start-up business operating in an ever-changing regulatory landscape, and as such, the following job description may not include all necessary tasks. All employees will be expected to pitch in, as needed, to ensure the successful start-up and operation of each facility.

Requirements shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

• 
  Sales Analytics: research and analyze competitor pricing, wholesale prices and internal COGS to maximize profitability through margin and revenue analysis. Leverage internal and external data sources including point-of-sale, market data and internal financial data to create analysis, presentations and recommendations in support of delivering profitable sales growth for Temescal Wellness. Create and distribute regular reports to inform decision-making on price changes, sales forecasts and product range.
• 
  Purchasing / Production Planning & Inventory Management (PPIM): serve as the Retail Team's primary point of contact with Temescal Wellness production and manufacturing colleagues to determine what product range and volume can be satisfied internally. Establish, maintain and expand relationships among wholesale suppliers to supplement our menus and ensure our offering is competitive. Successfully advocate and negotiate for retail & inventory needs. Collaborate with production and finance teams to support implementation of ERP system.
• 
  Store Level Support: Dotted line management of instore Inventory Specialists with responsibility to mentor and guide their inventory management skills, overseeing their weekly orders and weeks on hand, supporting the order guide and inventory coverage reports, tracking aged inventory and short dated inventory. Lead communication between stores and production and manufacturing.
• 
  Medical Program Price Promotions: Oversee and implement the price promotions for the medical program reporting on profitability performance and using historical data to determine and predict future activity and results. Benchmark efforts against our competitors to ensure promotions are compelling and drive loyalty. Collaborate with store managers, inventory specialists, marketing and production to ensure timely promotional communications via calendars and marketing collateral and inventory availability with accurate ordering to forecast.
• 
  Training and Marketing: Product knowledge training to inform and enable retail staff to deliver excellent customer service. Support marketing requirements for social media, blog and PR content. Enlist wholesale partners for instore demonstrations and staff training. Work with marketing to inform customer surveys for content that advises and supports product selection and promotional activity. Detect emerging customer and market trends and help determine how the business can meet those opportunities and challenges to drive greater sales success. Work with managers to ensure merchandising supports product, brands and campaigns to maximize sales and customer experience.

Key Skills & Experiences

• Analytical / Quantitative
• Excel power user, incl pivot tables
• Excellent written communication skills, including visuals
• Concise verbal communication skills
• Appreciates the need for precision
• Knowledge of Core business process (Sales, distribution, customer planning, category management, finance, CFSC, etc)
• 5+ years in CPG, retail or management consulting

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $90-120K/yr, depending on qualifications
• Target bonus: 20% (could be higher, based on company performance)
• Employer pays approximately 75% of medical, dental and vision insurance, including for family members
• Unlimited PTO
• Flexible work arrangements possible
• Mission-driven organization with an excellent work-life balance

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Temescal Wellness is committed to fair hiring practices and to creating a welcoming environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, familial status or veteran status.

s5sGHD9sAm

Apply for this job with Temescal Wellness

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

At DIZPOT, our goal is to become the World’s leading provider of packaging and supplies to the Cannabis industry. As a startup, our team is looking for entrepreneurial folks to support our rapid growth with an emphasis on designing an efficient, dynamic, fun, and overall badass place to be creative and work hard. In just three years, DIZPOT has become a leader in its space through its three core values:

1. Old School Service – we pick up the phone when it rings, answer problems with solutions, and never back down from a challenge

2. No Hesitation – if a DIZPOT team member sees something that needs to be done, we do it without any hesitation and, if we’re not the right person for the job, we find the right person and help them with the effort

3. The Golden Rule – primarily inward-facing, this core value is about ensuring that team members are supporting each other in meeting their personal and professional goals and never doing anything to interfere with individual or team success

Incredible growth and demand for our services requires that DIZPOT professionalize its international sourcing and procurement position through hiring the right leader to become our Director of International and Domestic Sourcing. The successful candidate for this position will be independent, have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and will be an immediate impact player as a result of their experience.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in supply chain or international sourcing/procurement
• 5+ years experience with packaging such as mylar bags, cardboard boxes, and glass jars
• 4-year degree in business administration, supply chain management or similar field of study
• Management experience with direct reports is required
• Packaging procurement in China is a plus

Job Duties:

• Manage all procurement resulting from sales and supply needs
• Develop and maintain all vendor relationships
• Seek new vendors to obtain better pricing and/or service
• Manage three employees with shared responsibilities
• Work closely with Art Director to ensure high quality and efficient product development
• Create processes to ensure expeditious procurement and sourcing practices
• Identify purchasing and project management software and present for implementation

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $60,000.00 to $90,000.00 /year

Experience:

• international sourcing: 2 years (Required)

Additional Compensation:

• Bonuses

Work Location:

• One location

Benefits:

• Paid time off

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Day shift

Company's website:

• www.DIZPOT.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• Temporarily due to COVID-19

Apply for this job with DIZPOT, LLC

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.

KushCo Holdings is a publicly traded company that has successfully positioned themselves as a “one stop shop” for the cannabis market through a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Our brands include Kush Supply Co., a dynamic sales and distribution platform that has become the nation’s largest and most respected distributor of vaporizer products, packaging, supplies, and accessories. Kush Energy, a provider of ultra-pure hydrocarbon gases and solvents to the cannabis sector. The Hybrid Creative, a premier creative design agency for cannabis and non-cannabis brands and Koleto Innovations, our research and development arm driving intellectual property development and acquisitions.

About the Role
This individual will be responsible for developing and manage strategy to optimize performance across the purchasing department. This role will lead the standardization and transformation of the purchasing department on a global scale by establishing a clear vendor path for growth, cost savings, spend analysis, contract reviews, pricing, supplier management and purchasing.
What you will do (Essential Functions)

• Project and time management: Ability to manage large, complex projects and break them down and execute into manageable pieces, develop functional processes, and deliver them in a successful and timely manners
• Improve the suppliers’ on-time delivery performance to enable inventory reductions throughout the supply chain and X-Factory dates
• Develop negotiation strategies and participate in negotiations with vendors on price, delivery, terms, etc.
• Ensure compliance with policies and programs in alignment with sourcing strategy
  
• Develop and execute a global market leading purchasing strategy including purchasing, production lead-times, OTIF for Pos status and supplier payment terms
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to develop process/project plans (typical functions include Planning, Sourcing, Logistics, Regional DC Teams and Sales in order to improve process flows and product availability at the warehouse)
• Strategically develop and implement commodity strategies covering all commodities - direct and indirect, and supplier processes throughout a global enterprise to deliver maximum value, leverage, and standardization
• Establish and maintain measurable performance metrics for all levels of purchasing activities to include, but not limited to, supplier performance, internal order placement performance, buyer activity levels, financial (AP) performance, and material shortage elimination
• Analyze and negotiate annual multi-million-dollar contracts
• Manage and mentor the purchasing team of 6-10 employees and monitor daily department workload of incoming requisitions, special quote requests, and to ensure the purchasing staff is meeting the company’s needs in a timely manner
• Develop the purchasing expertise of the team
• Problem solve and answer frequent questions on price, price disputes, returns, delivery, quality, quantity, freight, packaging, definitions, and sourcing, accounting, sales, and upper management. This may involve research, data extraction, and frequent interaction with vendors and internal personnel
• Review commodity pricing and news on a daily basis, especially scrap steel, foundry additives, stainless steel surcharges, and rubber
• Meet all company work schedule and attendance expectations and perform within the physical and environmental demands of the job
• In conjunction with the CFO and other senior managers, determine the degree to which we use cash to enhance our profitability when making large purchases
• Review department staffing requirements and determine work assignments and functions within the department
• Maintain the capital general ledger list for the company

Who you are (qualifications)

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with ability to effectively communicate well with all levels of the organization (English and Chinese/Mandarin preferred)
• 10+ years of relevant work experience in global supply chain sourcing, purchasing and Quality Control with Asian vendors/suppliers
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Proven ability to drive cohesion and collaboration among many different people & functions
• Confidence, presence, and credibility to command the respect of colleagues and stakeholders, especially within Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Services, Logistics, and Finance
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
• Adaptable / Flexible - being open to change in response to new information, different or unexpected circumstances

Knowledge of

• 6 Sigma, Lean Experience, Quality Control, Vendor Management Inventory, Kaizens, Workouts, Process mapping, improved productivity
• Understanding Team value and has ability to successfully motivate and maintain employee involvement while driving change
• Organizational skills, with ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and MS-Project skills

Physical Standards

• This position requires frequent sitting, standing, reaching, walking, and operating a computer workstation
• Must have finger dexterity, ability to use keyboard/ten key
• This position may rarely require kneeling, bending, squatting
• Ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Reach, stoop and lift office files, records or reports, typically weighing 20 pounds or less

Receives direction from
VP of Strategic Procurement



Provides direction to
Vendors, suppliers, buyers, procurement

Travel
Up to 50%

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.


KushCo and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Reasonable accommodations will be considered which would allow the employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

Apply for this job with KushCo Holdings

Apply now →

By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.