Purchasing Manager - Now Hiring

Join Socíale, a female-owned cannabis company that is dedicated to shaping the future of the industry. As the Purchasing Manager, you will play a vital role in our aspiring vertically integrated operation. With our recent win of an adult-use dispensary license in the State of Illinois, we are focused on launching our retail cannabis brand and expanding to other dispensaries and craft grow operations. At Socíale, we are committed to social equity, community development, cannabis education, and cannabis justice reform. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a company that is making a positive impact in the industry.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies to ensure efficient and cost-effective procurement of cannabis products and supplies
- Collaborate with vendors to negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts
- Maintain accurate inventory levels and ensure timely replenishment of stock
- Monitor market trends and stay updated on industry regulations to make informed purchasing decisions
- Work closely with the operations team to forecast demand and plan inventory accordingly
- Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures
- Manage vendor relationships and evaluate performance to ensure quality and reliability
- Oversee the purchasing team and provide guidance and support as needed

Required Skills

- Minimum 21 years of age
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field
- Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or in a similar role within the cannabis industry
- In-depth knowledge of cannabis products, strains, and industry regulations
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Proficient in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Desired Skills

- Experience with seed-to-sale tracking systems
- Familiarity with social equity programs and initiatives in the cannabis industry
- Knowledge of sustainable and eco-friendly procurement practices
- Understanding of cannabis cultivation and extraction processes
- Ability to speak multiple languages to facilitate communication with diverse vendors and suppliers

About Sociale

We are a female-owned cannabis company seeking to shape the future of the industry. We recently won an adult-use dispensary license in the State of Illinois, and are working on launching our retail cannabis brand—Socíale—an aspiring vertically integrated operation. Our growth plans span Illinois dispensaries, out-of-state dispensaries, and craft grow operations. Committed to social equity at every touchpoint—passionate about fostering community development, cannabis education, and cannabis justice reform through each project.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
• Generous Bonus structure
• Employment Development Assistance
• Holiday/Sick/Vacation Time in accordance with our employment agreement
• Be a part of a growing family-oriented company!

Equal opportunity employer

Nirvana Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.