Dispensary Purchaser

Bountiful Farms • Full-time • Natick, MA, US • $52k - $65k / year • 5d ago

Job Description:

The Dispensary Purchaser is responsible for the procurement needs for all of the Dispensary locations as well as Marketing-related purchases. This role utilizes data analysis and negotiation to support dispensary and company profitability and operational success. The Purchaser plays a key role in maintaining efficient production flow, ensuring inventory accuracy, and supporting quality, compliance, and departmental communication. The Purchaser is expected to be onsite at each dispensary a minimum of one day a week to ensure that they are connecting with Dispensary leadership in person and assessing the needs of the dispensary directly.

Responsibilities and Duties:

Works with internal Operations to be sure that adequate and appropriate Bountiful Farms’ product is stocked at all times, manages Leaf trade invoices for the Dispensary locations, as well as adjusted invoice pricing.

Builds and maintains strong business relationships with the appropriate vendors and brands.

Utilizes strong working relationships with brands to creatively structure success at the store level

and ensures that all vendors are supporting our locations to maximum potential.

Manages all vendor related dispensary engagement, including but not limited to, Pop-ups,

budtender education, event participation, vendor sponsored promotions, instore marketing supports.

Participates in promotional conversations based on current inventory and ensures that any future promotions are supported with appropriate inventory.

Conducts continuous analysis of the performance of product instore, as well as analysis of our competitive radius and their inventory and pricing structures.

Maintains the appropriate cannabis inventory in accordance with Management ‘Menu Strategies.’ Purchaser is involved in assessing the menu strategy and suggests updates as needed based on analysis.

Maintains appropriate inventory of accessories and merchandise in store, sources cost savings and analyzes performance.

Maintains stock of all necessary business operation needs, including but not limited to, office supplies, breakroom needs, maintenance needs.

Utilize tools such as Dutchie Backoffice reports and BDSA to access data and provide summarized reports to the management team as well as suggestions based on the findings for instore improvements.

Maintains compliance with all company SOPs, safety standards, sanitation protocols, and regulatory requirements, escalating any issues that arise.

Reports any potential contamination, discrepancies, or unsafe practices to management immediately.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required. Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.

Experience and understanding of wholesale and purchasing practices, specifically in the cannabis

market AND/OR Experience in working Retail in the Cannabis field.

Experience with Metrc is highly desirable.

Experience with Point-Of-Sale system Dutchie is highly desirable.

Knowledge:

Administrative - Knowledge of administrative tasks, Metrc and Dutchie

Computer Software — Knowledge and proficiency in basic computer navigation, and Microsoft Office Suite applications such as Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.

Knowledge and understanding of state and local cannabis laws and how they apply to the operations of Bountiful Farms’ products.

Data Analysis – Knowledge and understanding of Metrc and Dutchie systems

Knowledge and understanding of retail cash transactions include cash and credit card transactions, calculating discounts, balancing a cash drawer, and cash safety.

Knowledge and understanding of state and local cannabis laws and how they apply to the operations of Bountiful Farms’ products and dispensing of medical and/or adult use cannabis (as applicable for the location assigned).

Comprehensive Knowledge of Cannabis; its uses, properties, chemical interaction in the body, medical applications etc. Maintains current knowledge of emerging research and information in the Cannabis Market.

Skills:

Negotiation – Ability to negotiate pricing, terms, promotions, and support with vendors and brands to maximize profitability, inventory efficiency, and store-level performance. Builds mutually beneficial agreements that align with menu strategy, promotional plans, compliance requirements, and operational needs while maintaining strong, professional vendor relationships.

Communication – Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and concisely in both written and verbal formats. This includes negotiating with vendors, documenting purchasing decisions, presenting inventory and performance insights to management, and collaborating cross-functionally with Operations, Marketing, and Dispensary leadership to ensure alignment on inventory, promotions, compliance, and business objectives.

Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Ability to understand when an issue needs to be reported to management.

Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Professionalism – Demonstrates a high level of integrity, responsibility, and ethical behavior. They are respectful in interactions with colleagues, partners, and other members of the management team, and they handle sensitive information with discretion.

Time Management — Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and manage multiple purchasing, inventory, vendor, and reporting responsibilities across multiple dispensary locations in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. Ability to balance competing deadlines, shifting priorities, and on-site requirements while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.

Commitment to learning and continuous development.

Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Commitment to Safety - Understanding of safe ergonomics and best manufacturing practices and ability to ensure team adheres to safety protocols.

Abilities:

Ability to analyze, interpret and report data in a meaningful way to inform decision making and others on the management team.

Emotional Intelligence – Ability to recognize and understand emotions in oneself and others and use this awareness to guide one’s thoughts and actions.

Ability to constantly evaluate and prioritize competing risks to quality, safety, compliance, and workflow—often with limited time or resources.

Ability to maintain professionalism and emotional composure during conflict, workflow challenges, or feedback conversations, thereby setting a positive tone for team dynamics.

Dependability — Job requires being reliable, punctual, responsible, dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.

Ability adhere to all SOPs, CCC regulations, and safety protocols, with the mental rigor to interpret and apply policies as needed.

Must be and remain complaint with all legal and company regulations required for working in a retail cannabis space, recreational or medical.

Ability to multi-task and adjust to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to follow instructions and procedures precisely.

Ability to learn new computer software and adapt with software updates and procedures.

Additional Requirements:

Must be 21 years of age or older and comply with all legal or company regulation requirements for working in the industry.

Desire to produce high quality products with a passion for cannabis.

Have interest and knowledge in the cannabis industry and be culturally aligned with Bountiful Farms’ Mission.

Reliable transportation required.

Current, valid driver’s license as driving is required between dispensaries and possibly vendors and outside events.

Fluent in the English language, both verbal and written.

Physical Abilities:

Ability to walk, stand, sit, balance and/or move freely on the dispensary floor or within the Vault for prolonged periods of time (up to 10 hours)

Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

Frequently lift, move, carry, and balance up to 30 pounds.

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds when intaking large deliveries in the vault

Reach and twist/turn with hands and arms

Motor coordination is required to coordinate eyes, hands, fingers, and feet accurately and handle precise movements.

Speaking or hearing – face-to-face, in person, by telephone, and by video conferencing.

Repetitive hand and arm motions for extended periods (up to 10 hours).

Both gross and fine manipulation to operate various tools and equipment with great accuracy

Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus

Regular operation of weighing scales, computer equipment, and electronic screens.

Independent driving is required

Workplace Environmental Conditions:

While performing the essential duties/responsibilities of this job, the employee is exposed to typical office environment conditions and noise levels. Occasional exposure to moderate to loud noise levels and artificial lights.