Associate Buyer at Green Thumb Industries

The RoleThe Associate Buyer is responsible for executing market-specific assortment strategy that will help create a world-class patient/customer experience. To do this, the Associate Buyer will work with the Buyer and other stakeholders to define and execute assortment strategy.The Associate Buyer will be responsible for executing day-to-day purchasing and relevant administrative tasks to grow revenue and enhance profitability. We're looking for Individuals who possess unwavering Integrity, unquenchable curiosity, and a passion for cannabis. Initially, this individual will support our MN and OH markets and will have a dual reporting relationship.ResponsibilitiesWorks with the Buyer to craft localized assortment strategy by store and market for our MN and OH marketsExecutes day-to-day purchasing activities, including: writing orders, performing financial analysis, overseeing inventory logistics, informing internal product opportunities, and managing vendor relationshipsDevelops strong relationships with suppliers of cannabis products to ensure consistent access to product for our patients; leads vendor negotiations; problem solves to resolve conflict as neededIdentifies and surfaces potential business risks to the Buyer with a solution-oriented mindsetEstablishes and maintains a reputation of credibility and responsiveness in the marketplaceElicits critical information from vendors with regards to market trends and current buying activity of competitors and presents findings effectivelyResponsible for managing the full lifecycle of buying for assigned vendors: influencing product innovation, leading vendor meetings and costing negotiations, conducting pricing analysis, promotional calendars, and product exit strategiesSurfaces reporting and process improvement opportunities to the BuyerWorks cross-functionally to ensure accurate data entry for products, promotions, and discounts happens accurately and in a timely wayStays abreast of the evolving and competitive landscape of the cannabis industryAssists the Buyer in managing appropriate inventory levels to ensure dispensaries can exceed sales expectations in addition to other ad hoc duties as neededSupports other Revenue-related tasks as neededQualificationsBachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred, but not required3+ years' experience in retail buying, merchandising, or planning Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment; willingness to work outside of typical "9-5".Experience managing external relationshipsIntermediate proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); some experience using AI tools is a plusAbility to gather / analyze data and to work with incomplete informationHighly motivated, self-starter, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulnessPossesses a high level of critical thinkingOperates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential informationMust understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of GTIEager to learn cannabis compliance laws, rules and regulations and passion to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws.Additional RequirementsMust passany and allrequired background checksMust be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industryMust possess valid driver's licenseMust be a minimum of 21 years of ageMust be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industryThe 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