The Role
The Manager, Direct Procurement - Planning & Analytics role for GTI is responsible f or driving internal MRP for direct materials to support the company’s needs as well as driving an increased level of performance analysis and focus on process improv e ment . This role will be critical to ensure materials are p rocured in the most cost and time efficient manner by driving reporting and tracking as well as evaluating data and making recommendations on areas of opportunities . T his role will be accountable for driving profit enhancement through spend analysis and trend data for the Direct Procurement team . This role will drive the continuous process of actualizing the best sourced material solutions to achieve organizational goals and efficiencies . The role operates in a fast paced environment requiring rapid response and readiness in order to diagnose gaps and implement solutions to ensure business needs are met.
This is a hybrid role and requires in office work 1-2 days per week at our office in River North.
Responsibilities
- Undertakes management of ROP (Re-order Point) system and meetings across entire network to ensure operations have all materials available for production and procurement is delivering best-in-class service.
- Evaluates various market trends and internal trends to support strategic proposals across Direct categories.
- Supports the management of ongoing vendor relationships and supplier performance across the portfolio through improved KPI development, analysis, and management.
- Identifies strategic opportunities which result in cost savings, areas for efficiency and opportunities for Procurement team.
- Follows procurement strategies, policies and procedures as defined by the leadership team, develops a comprehensive understanding of the business and user requirements for assigned spend categories.
- Develops a business relationship with functional stakeholders on the Operations, Brand, Marketing & Project teams and solicits feedback on procurement and vendor performance, shares and identifies new opportunities for improvement.
- Drive tracking and reporting for all areas of Direct Procurement; develop tracking mechanisms and supplier key performance indicators with the Director; tracks compliance and develops leakage reports; supports formal management reporting to director and other members of senior management.
- Monitors status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication, and mitigation of future potential problems.
- Determines and establishes optimal inventory levels based on forecast, demand variation and equipment lead times.
- Identifies and drives process improvement workstreams to support both Procurement and cross-functional business partners.
- Supports the development of cross-functional teams by identifying internal customers and stakeholders for inclusion; interfaces with internal customers to understand requirements and resolves issues.
- Identifies and partners with business stakeholders to execute cost reduction opportunities to achieve financial goals without compromising quality or service.
- Lead or input in special projects as required.
- Support system development, implementation, and monitoring to ensure material readiness.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred: business, supply chain, finance
- 5+ in procurement or related analytical fields (finance, planning, etc.)
- Direct Procurement experience preferred (packaging, ingredients, etc.)
- Expertise in the supplier market landscapes: major suppliers, trends, threats, terms, etc.
- Strong analytical skills required.
- Hands-on expertise in developing and implementing programs for cost reduction, supplier performance management and inventory reduction and well-versed in all stages of procurement.
- APICS or Supply Chain Certification is preferred.
- Experience with MRP/ERP systems preferred.
- Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative, and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness.
- 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 & problem solving.
- Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information.
- Ability to travel up to 15%
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 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
$100,000 — $130,000 USD