Summary
The Purchasing Manager supports, develops, and acts as the dotted line to all Purchasing Buyers, while also providing oversight and
approving purchases of goods and services from suppliers. This role continually analyzes changes or issues in supply to reduce cost,
improve quality, or improve schedules. This position provides continuity to the Purchasing department by working closely with the
Buyers of the different divisions and the Procurement department to implement strategy and strategic direction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage department budgets
- Set, develop, and manage objectives and goals for the Purchasing department
- Manage daily purchasing functions
- Review orders and oversee materials and services from suppliers
- Execute short-term and long-term process improvement projects
- Identify and drive out non-value-added activities
- Build and facilitate relationships that result in strong partnerships with stakeholders
- Proactively identify improvements and support/qualify/sell/communicate these ideas to management
- Contribute to positive morale within your team and embrace a diverse and entrepreneurial culture
- Awareness of cultural, currency, geographical and political issues
- Process and analyze information to make informed data driven decisions and recommendations
- All other tasks and job duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, business administration, or a related field preferred
- Preferred APICS certifications
Training
- Must maintain current knowledge of and adhere to all policy and regulations of the Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED); Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and TGS Management
Required Skills & Experience
- Previous Purchasing work experience
- Skilled in the use of the Microsoft Dynamics ERP systems with knowledge in electronic collaboration tools
- Experience with ERP systems, preferably Dynamics NAV
- Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of processing, data, and statistical software.
- Excellent influential, collaborative, and relationship building skills
- High-level attention to detail
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Ability to task prioritize with shifting workload in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of Colorado marijuana laws, MED regulations, and CDPHE requirements; Previous marijuana industry experience preferred with priority given to candidates with experience in CO licensed facilities
- Cannabis industry experience preferred
Other Requirements
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to individually lift up to 25 lbs.
- Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, and lift for long periods of time
**Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions**
Work Requirements
- Must be able to work in an office environment with moderate to loud noise level
- Must be able to work off-site in retail, manufacturing, or production facilities with moderate to loud noise level and changing working conditions’ May require use of safety equipment or personal protective equipment, as needed.
- Must have and be able to maintain aa valid driver’s license
- Must be able to acquire MED Key badge ($300 Fee to State of CO) prior to beginning employment
Travel Requirements
- Regularly requires local travel, as needed
Other Duties
- This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
**TGS Management provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics**