• Establish and implement purchasing policies and procedures in accordance with lean manufacturing principles
• Direct procurement policies to ensure all items are purchased and delivered within budget and time constraints
• Identify and source new suppliers and vendors
• Manage vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity and reliability
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors
• Establish and update an approved vendor/supplier database
• Develop, negotiate and administer purchasing agreements and contracts with suppliers in support of organizational requirements
• Measure and manage the vendor and supplier cost, quality and delivery performance
• Oversee supplier compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations
• Manage risk relating to quality, cost, delivery and supply of purchases
• Introduce performance improvement measures for suppliers and vendors
• Facilitate timely placement of purchase orders
• Develop and manage purchasing budgets and forecasts
• Find the best prices and terms for quality cannabis biomass and component parts for manufactured products.
• Handle the daily activities of the purchasing department

Practical Lean Manufacturing experience a must

College degree in business, materials management, engineering or comparable practical lean manufacturing experience

Working knowledge of project management principles and practices

Highly skilled in MS Office applications

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• El Cajon, CA 92019: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person