Manager, Indirect Procurement Green Thumb Industries United States, Illinois, Rolling Meadows Aug 11, 2026 The Role This position will report to the Director, Indirect Procurement and work closely with team members, key support departments, and critical cross-functional partners across the business. This role is central to ensuring that goods and services are sourced in the most cost-effective and strategically sound mannerbyevaluating contracts, qualifying suppliers, and driving reporting and tracking across assigned spend categories. The Procurement Manager will be accountablefor profitenhancement through negotiations and enabling differentiated sourcing solutions, whilemaintaininghigh quality and speed of business. This role will drive organizational goals andefficiencies, andserve as the foundation for scalable category strategies across GTI's full indirect spend portfolio. Responsibilities This role manages spend and supplier relationships across GTI's broad indirect portfolio. Category assignments will evolve with business priorities and theindividual'sareas of expertise, and may include: CapEx& Operations

• construction, cultivation, engineering, extraction,andlab testing IT & Technology
• software/SaaS, cloud infrastructure, hardware, managed services, telecom Corporate Services
• HR, legal, finance,marketing,staffing, travel & expense Facilities & Real Estate
• MRO, site services (maintenance, janitorial,pest control, etc.)security,and uniforms Retail& Revenue
• store supplies, point-of-sale materials,anddigital platforms Category Strategy & Sourcing Develop and own multi-year category strategies grounded in market intelligence, spend analysis, and stakeholder insight Execute and champion the Indirect Procurement strategic sourcing process for assigned categories, includingCapEx& Operations, IT & Technology,Corporate Services,Facilities & Real Estate, Retail & Revenue, and other categories as assigned by GTI leadership Lead competitive sourcing events (RFI/RFP/RFQ) from scoping through awardwhich includespreparing documentation, working closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, managing the process, and delivering both savings and quality improvements Continuouslymonitormarket trends, supplier landscapes, and pricing dynamics toidentifyand act on proactive opportunities Negotiation & Contracting Drive complex, high-stakes supplier negotiations leveraging GTI's scale to secure favorable commercial terms, SLAs, and risk protections Partner with Legal to structure, review, and execute contracts that protect GTI's interests and support operational flexibility Lead contract renewals and renegotiations with a proactive, calendar-based approach Supplier Relationship Management Build and manage a high-performing supplier base through structured scorecards, business reviews, and performance accountability Act as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for contracts and supplier matters within assigned categories Identifyand mitigate supplier risks before they become business disruptions, and formulate recommended mitigation strategies Cultivate strategic partnerships with key suppliers that generate mutual long-term value Stakeholder Partnership Embed as a true business partner with cross-functional leaders across Finance, Operations, Marketing, IT, HR, Legal, and Retail Translate business needs into procurement strategies; communicate procurement outcomes in business language stakeholders care about Serve as the voice of procurement in cross-functional projects, ensuring sourcing is included early Support cross-functional teams byidentifyinginternal customers and stakeholders; resolve issues and inform Procurement Leadership of conflicts between stakeholder requirements and sourcing strategy Financial Performance & Reporting Own savings identification, tracking, and reporting for assigned categories Build business cases for sourcing initiatives, quantifying total cost of ownership (TCO) and ROI Maintainaccuratespenddata, supplier records, contract metadata, and performance statistics to support analytics and leadership reporting Process & Compliance Follow procurement strategies, policies, and procedures as defined by leadership; develop a comprehensive understanding of business and user requirements for assigned spend categories Champion procurement policy adherence across the organization;educateinternal customers on proper purchasing channels and approval workflows Ensure all supplier onboarding, contract execution, and purchasing activitymeetsGTI's compliance, security, and regulatory standards Support continuous improvement of procurement tools, templates, and processes as the team scales Execute all necessary communications to ensureaccurateandtimelyflow of information to internal customers, partners, and suppliers Support full P2P process including issuing POs Special projects as assigned by leadership Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a relevant field: Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related discipline 5+ years of indirect procurement or strategic sourcing experience, with a proventrack recordof category ownership and measurable savings delivery across multiple indirect categories Experience managing competitive sourcing events (RFI/RFP/RFQ), negotiating complex commercial agreements, and executing contracts across a broad indirect portfolio Strong financial acumenandcomfortable with spend analysis, TCO modeling, building savings business cases, and developing project plans, metrics, and milestones Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage competing priorities across business functions; ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externally Excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly motivated, self-directed, and innovative; able to work independently or collaboratively with keen judgment, common sense, and resourcefulness Adapts and thrives in a demanding, fast-paced, high-growth environment Operates witha high levelof professionalism and integrity, including in handling confidential information Familiarity with eProcurement platforms (e.

g., Coupa, Ariba, SAP, or similar) preferred Experience in a multi-site or multi-state operating environment preferred; cannabis, retail, CPG, or hospitality industry background a plus Additional Requirements Must passany and allrequired background checks Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry Must possess valid driver's license Must be a minimum of 21 years of age Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance. Green Thumb Pay Range $100,000 — $130,000 USD