Procurement Supervisor

Core Skills

• Industry Knowledge – Horticulture or Field Experience
• Plant , Plant Care, Supply chain management
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Develop, implement, and manage procurement strategies aligned with project timelines and company goals
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate pricing with vendors to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability while maintaining strong relationships, monitoring performance, and resolving supply chain issues proactively
• Collaborate with operation director, production managers, field teams, and leadership
• Oversee purchase orders, inventory levels, and delivery schedules to ensure timely availability of materials
• Assist with unloading and sorting plants
• Identify plants and understand care with appropriate substitutions
• Ensure compliance with company policies, budget constraints, and industry regulations throughout the procurement process. Update plant material pricing in the company estimating software regularly to keep an accurate record of costs
• Coordinate material deliveries to the shop while supporting nursery and inventory organization. Assist with maintaining the health of the nursery plants as needed
• Implement and manage procurement software or systems to track orders and inventory efficiently
• Attend site and staff meetings as assigned
• Participate in snow removal with plowing and maintain own snow route (on call during winter)

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of procurement or purchasing experience, ideally in landscaping, construction, or a related industry
• Advanced knowledge in plant identification and care for the Ohio region
• Strong negotiation skills and vendor management experience
• Proficiency in procurement software, industry software, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

This position requires the ability to work indoors and outdoors (work is performed in an indoor office setting and outdoor field environment) for several hours at a time and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, occasionally. Some local travel may be required. This position may be exposed to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, and all types of weather and temperature conditions.

Work may be required in or around water and may be near hazardous traffic conditions.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work in an office and occasionally visit job sites, nurseries, and vendors
• Ability to run equipment including skid steer, truck and trailer, dingo, snow plow, driving truck and trailer
• Availability to work full-time, Monday–Friday, with occasional extended hours based on project needs

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs occasionally when handling materials
• Walk and navigate on uneven surfaces
• Stand, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties

Landscapes by Terra is an American Dream story. Our founders and owners, Mindy and Jeff Stroupe began a small landscape business out of their garage just out of college. 30 years later, their dream has become a reality. Today, through hard work, determination, and plenty of trial and error, Landscape by Terra has become Central Ohio’s premier residential design/build company for creative high quality outdoor spaces.

At Landscapes by Terra, we believe our homes are the most important places for us to enjoy and create lasting memories with those we love. This is because creating beautiful outdoor spaces enhances our enjoyment of family and friends. We value home, friends, and family for both our clients and our employees. This is why we seek to hire highly skilled, experienced, and team-oriented people and continue to invest in them to ensure they thrive.