Procurement Manager

At Curio Wellness, we empower people to thrive by adapting plant nature to human nature. We are committed to transforming the conversation around cannabis, fostering a deeper understanding of its benefits, and ensuring that every product we offer meets the highest standards.

Be bold. Be exceptional. Be well.

SUMMARY:  The Procurement Manager works alongside Inventory Planning, Sales, Marketing, Quality and logistics teams to assist with the day-to-day operations of supply chain activity while acting as a business contact for our domestic and international vendors. The Procurement Manager reviews Curio’s return on spend to ensure fair market pricing is being achieved, works closely with the Product Development Team to source new packaging concepts solutions, ingredient/raw material needs as well as manages internal stakeholder relationships.

Please note:

This position involves working with plant material, which may include exposure to pollen, allergens, and other plant-related substances. 

We recommend that applicants with known plant allergies or sensitivities consult with a healthcare professional before applying for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• The ideal candidate will embrace a mindset of Extreme Ownership, taking full responsibility for their contributions and driving positive outcomes.
• Creating and implementing regional procurement strategies that are innovative, cost-effective, and incorporate the growing complexities and challenges within the industry.
• Actively manage suppliers to meet schedule deadlines, cost and quality requirements for new and existing products.

• Explore value opportunities within supply to protect capital and expense; value engineering product specifications, cost negotiation or establishing new suppliers.
• Benchmark current supplier performance on a Cost/Quality/Delivery basis.
• Collaborate with NPI to source materials and suppliers for new product launches.
• Ensure cGMP and product specification compliance with vendors as well as maintaining appropriate documentation and record keeping.
• Practice effective communication with internal departments (Sales, Marketing, Product Innovation, Logistics, Planners, Accounting) to keep them informed on critical projects.
• Conduct system inquires to interpret and anticipate procurement trends.
• Assist Director of Compliance & Lean Management with ensuring all packaging is compliant with state laws.
• Enforce, maintain and update SOPs according to business needs.
• Provide leadership to the purchasing team to ensure KPI’s are being met.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:                                              

This position will directly supervise the work activities of others and make recommendations concerning selection, termination, performance appraisal and professional development.  This role will be accountable for the management of others, through a subordinate supervisor, including selection, recommending termination, performance appraisal, and professional development.

Other Qualifications:

• 5+ years purchasing experience in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with domestic and international shipping documents
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Understanding of ERP/MRP strategy and systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills

• CPIM Preferred

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 

Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods. 

Comfortable working in a secure, regulated environment. 

Curio Wellness is an Equal Opportunity Employer Curio Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Must be 21 years old.

Maryland: As a condition of employment, all Curio Wellness employees must comply with the State of Maryland requirements which includes providing a copy of your fingerprints in the required format and consenting to an FBI Background Check.