Retail Purchasing Specialist
Description
Company Description
Ayr Wellness is a leading U.S. multi-state cannabis operator with more than 90 licensed retail locations across Florida, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, Nevada, and soon, Virginia. We cultivate, manufacture, and sell a broad portfolio of high-quality cannabis products, proudly serving both medical patients and adult-use consumers across our markets.
At Ayr, our strength lies in our people. We’re re-imagining how we work across every part of our business, and we’re looking for builders and doers to roll up their sleeves and help shape what’s next.
The cannabis industry is fast-moving, complex, and full of opportunity. Together, we’re not only shaping a company, but also building the future of cannabis. At Ayr you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing your career alongside a company positioning itself for long-term success.
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Specialist to join our team. This role is essential in supporting our purchasing efforts, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring timely and efficient ordering for our stores. The Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for overseeing the ordering and approval processes, building insightful reports, and supporting the execution of vendor strategies. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Duties and Responsibilities
Ordering for Stores: Manage and execute the ordering process for all store locations. Manage delivery schedules, invoice tracking, and other critical documentation such as COAS and manifests.
Vendor Communications: Resolve issues with orders and provide timely follow-up.
Approval Process Management: Oversee and coordinate the approval processes for all orders and purchases, working with internal teams to ensure compliance with company policies and budgetary guidelines.
New Vendor Meetings: Facilitate initial meetings with potential new vendors, assess their product offerings, and evaluate their suitability based on company standards and objectives.
Build Reports: Generate and maintain detailed reports on purchasing activities, vendor performance, and cost analysis, providing insights to guide decision-making.
Vendor Strategy Support: Assist in the development and execution of vendor strategies to optimize inventory levels, improve lead times, and enhance vendor partnerships.
Qualifications
- Proficient in Excel and other data management/reporting tools; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
- Experience in cannabis retail preferred