Cannabis Purchasing Manager

Actively Seeking a New 21+ Panda! 🐼 Cannabis Purchasing Manager | Full-Time |

Location:

Spokane Valley, WA Who Are We?

Founded in 2014, Phat Panda is where innovation meets passion, and cannabis culture thrives. We’re a leader in the industry with operations across California, Washington, and Massachusetts, and we’re proud to deliver high‑quality, sustainably sourced products that our customers love.

We’re more than just cannabis—we're a community, a family, and a place where your growth matters as much as our plants.

Joining Phat Panda means stepping into a culture that’s as vibrant and rewarding as our product lineup:

• 🍱 Catered Meals Tuesday–Thursday (local favs like Island Food Truck, Panda Express & Atilano’s)
• 🥯 Bagel/Donut Bar Mondays
• 🌱 Monthly Q&A Samples – Try what we grow!
• 💰 Quarterly Raises – Every full quarter of employment
• 🧠 Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 confidential mental health support
• 🕒 Consistent Weekly Schedules – Because work/life balance matters
• 🌴 40 Hours of PTO – Added after 6 months
• 💚 Full-Time Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, life, accident insurance after 90 days

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Location: Spokane Valley, WA
💰 Compensation:$28 per hour
Department: Supply Chain / Operations
Reports To: Operations Director

Are you a natural problem‑solver who loves keeping complex operations running seamlessly? We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to oversee all procurement and inventory management activities across multiple cultivation and retail locations in the Spokane Valley area.

In this critical operations role, you’ll ensure every department — from cultivation to retail — has the supplies, materials, and resources needed to perform at their best. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy optimizing processes, and want to grow your leadership skills within a dynamic, expanding company, we’d love to meet you.

• Oversee all purchasing, procurement, and inventory management activities across multiple sites.
• Source, track, and coordinate materials and operational supplies for cultivation, processing, facilities, and retail teams.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships — negotiate contracts, pricing, and service terms to maximize value.
• Implement and enforce efficient purchasing and inventory systems that promote accuracy, compliance, and consistency.
• Collaborate with internal partners, including Accounts Payable
  , to ensure timely and accurate vendor payments.
• Monitor inventory levels and material usage to prevent shortages and maintain proper par levels.
• Maintain accurate cross‑departmental tracking of materials to ensure accountability and transparency.
• Train, mentor, and lead staff in procurement and inventory procedures to build a high‑performing team.
• Recruit, coach, and manage employees — fostering professional growth, accountability, and teamwork.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ISO 9001 certification standards
  , and operational safety protocols.
• Identify and implement process improvements and cost‑saving opportunities to enhance overall performance.
• Serve as a key operational leader supporting seamless daily operations across all facilities.
• Support R&D and facility projects as needed to drive innovation and efficiency.

• Must be 21 years or older
  .
• High School Diploma or GED required; additional education in supply chain management, business, or logistics is a plus.
• Previous experience in purchasing, maintenance, operations, or inventory management preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to be insured under company policy.

Key Skills & Abilities:

• Strong organizational and analytical skills with a solutions‑focused mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with vendors and colleagues.
• Proven leadership, team‑building, and decision‑making abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and inventory management systems.
• Capable of performing physically demanding tasks — including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing or sitting for long periods, and working in varying environmental conditions.

• Competitive hourly wage ($25–$28 DOE) with opportunities for growth and advancement.
• A collaborative, supportive team culture that values innovation, accountability, and operational excellence.
• The chance to make a real impact in a fast‑growing, forward‑thinking company.
• Opportunities to expand your career as we continue to scale and invest in our people.

This role operates across cultivation and retail locations in Spokane Valley, WA
. You’ll occasionally be exposed to moderate‑to‑loud noise, dust, fumes, and standard operational hazards. We prioritize safety and compliance
, providing full training and necessary protective equipment.