Regional Procurement Buyer

Location: Chicago, IL

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Job Posted:
Aug 09, 2026
Company:
Green Thumb Industries

Company & Role Overview

Summary

The Role

Responsibilities

Purchase Order Management

  • Create and manage purchase orders in ERP systems; monitor shipments, coordinate deliveries, and confirm payments Engage established vendors for required needs, new vendors specific to sites for pricing, product availability, and lead times; onboard new suppliers as needed under corporate procurement guidance.
  • Ensure PO accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly; maintain organized records and procurement reports.
  • Communicate with vendors and internal teams to track order status, delivery schedules, and invoicing.

Inventory & Demand Planning

  • Collaborate with cultivation and facilities teams to forecast supply needs and maintain optimal inventory levels.
  • Develop purchasing strategies to minimize shortages and excess stock while supporting seamless grow operations.
  • Leverage web-based tools and ERP data to drive efficient and cost-effective buying decisions.

Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure purchases meet internal quality standards and cannabis industry regulations.
  • Partner with Compliance and QA teams to provide documentation and resolve issues.
  • Monitor supplier performance across cost, service, and quality metrics.

Procurement Operations & Logistics

  • Contribute to the development and execution of indirect procurement strategies and continuous process improvement initiatives to drive operational efficiency.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for assigned procurement areas/categories, providing end-to-end support for ERP/MRP systems-including configuration, training rollout, and policy enforcement-in collaboration with Corporate Procurement.
  • Manage supplier relationships, coordinate logistics, and ensure on-time delivery of materials and services within the assigned region.
  • Collaborate closely with warehouse and inventory teams to optimize storage, material handling, and distribution of inputs and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies.
  • Lead negotiations for bulk or one-time purchases, leveraging data and vendor insights to secure favorable terms and value-added services.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Align closely with Grow Operations and Facilities teams to support timely procurement for grow cycles and equipment needs.
  • Coordinate with Finance and Compliance to ensure procurement aligns with regulatory and budgetary standards.
  • Educate internal stakeholders on procurement workflows and compliance with best practices.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, or related field; CSCP/CPSM certification preferred.
  • 3-5 years of procurement experience in agriculture, cannabis, CPG, or manufacturing, with a focus on indirect spend.
  • Familiarity with cannabis cultivation, MRO sourcing, and regulatory compliance is highly valued.
  • Proficient in ERP/MRP systems, inventory platforms, and Microsoft Office tools.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills; able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Effective communicator with a proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused mindset.

Additional Requirements

  • Must pass any and all required background checks
  • Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
  • Must possess valid driver's license
  • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
  • Must be approved b y state badging agency to work in cannabis industry

Working Environment

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About Green Thumb Industries

Calling all curious, collaborative, compassionate, boundary-pushing, trustworthy stewards: There’s a place for you.

People are everything at Green Thumb. Some of us nurture plants while others pore over legal documents or open new stores. A few things we have in common? We’re stewards of the plant, a happy and humble bunch and genuinely love what we do.