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Procurement Planner, Direct Procurement (Packaging)

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greenthumbindustries logoGreenthumbindustries · Chicago, IL
$70K–$85K/yrFull-timeOn-site1mo ago
ExcelLeadershipNegotiationVendor Management
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The Procurement Planner for GTI is responsible for purchasing , vendor management & research, contract negotiation and the day -to-day purchasing operations. You will develop operat ing plans to ensure GTI has the resources to support current forecasted business and projected growth to respond to current and emerging markets . with a focus on rigid packaging categories including Glass, PET , and Tin components. This is a hybrid position requiring 2 days in office per week.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with Procurement, Innovation, Brand, Project Team, Supply Chain, Ops Sites, and other HQ cross functional team s
  • Balance multiple tasks while improving the efficiency of our Procurement team, managing competing priorities effectively across packaging categories and suppliers
  • Purchase Order creation in the ERP system, shipment tracking, delivery coordination, and payment confirmation, overall vendor management
  • Develops a business relationship with functional stakeholders and solicits feedback on sourcing and vendor performance, share and discuss supply base opportunities, and identify new and changed needs.
  • Oversees the management of on-going vendor relationships and supplier performance across their portfolio; ensures regular supplier meetings take place and implements improvement strategies with suppliers.
  • Execute purchasing for assigned categories , with ownership of rigid packaging components such as bottles, jars, closures, and related materials .
  • Monitor status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication, and mitigation of future potential problems
  • Work with internal team members to achieve optimal inventory levels for assigned categories based on forecast, demand variation and material lead times.
  • Coordinate material flows throughout product/BOM changes, obsolescence, and the introduction of new suppliers and/or materials due to new product development
  • Be a shared resource among the procurement team when support is needed , offering guidance on packaging suppliers, specifications, and sourcing strategies
  • Continue to work with leadership on maintaining and managing diverse vendor management database

Requirements

  • 2+ years' experience in manufacturing or CPG procurement operations , including experience or exposure supporting packaging categories such as rigid plastics /glass or related components
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent preferred
  • Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative, and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook)
  • Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment.
  • Superior communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, non-verbal, written), with the ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externally.
  • Possesses a high level of critical thinking.
  • Consistently operates with an elevated level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
  • 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
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  • The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.
  • Green Thumb Pay Range
  • $70,000 - $85,000 USD

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