Inventory Manager

Grön Confections•Hauppauge, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re Grön (pronounced like grew-n, Swedish for green). We craft the most delicious cannabis edibles on the planet. As a leading North American brand, we’re dedicated to high-quality products that cater to our diverse customers. Driven by innovation, sustainability, and community, we create our edibles with care. Founded in her basement, chocolatier and mother Christine Apple started Grön in 2015, and has since grown the company into a team of over 200+ passionate individuals in 8 different markets (and counting). We hold ourselves to the highest standards of quality and professionalism as we serve millions of customers worldwide. Every team member is expected to contribute to our mission with dedication and teamwork, crafting our gummies and chocolates with love for the community. At Grön, we operate first by our Mission & Values: we win with dignity and grace , we only deliver excellence , we embrace transformation. We believe all Grön employees should embrace and operate with these values in mind. If you feel like you embody our values, keep reading to find out more about how you could make an impact as a part of our team. About the Role: The Inventory Manager is responsible for the complete oversight of all inventory control processes within the Grön manufacturing facility. This includes maintaining accuracy in all inventory tracking systems by receiving incoming materials, conducting regular cycle counts, overseeing the order coordination team and managing finished goods inventory. This position is also responsible for maintaining accuracy and compliance in the state specific Seed to Sale tracking system. This role demands meticulous attention to detail, strong leadership skills, and a comprehensive understanding of inventory management within a regulated environment. This role will be in person Monday-Friday in our Long Island Facility.

Requirements

You have at least 2 years of experience working in a production, manufacturing, or other highly regulated environment, with a strong understanding of state and federal compliance requirements (experience in the cannabis industry preferred).
You have at least 2 years' experience working in a cGMP facility
You have at least 2 years of people management experience, with demonstrated ability to lead, train, and develop team members in adherence to cGMP standards and company policies.
You have a proven ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and work within confined spaces as required for inventory verification and materials management tasks.
You have extensive experience managing high-volume inventory operations or similar roles requiring precision, traceability, and process discipline.
You have strong knowledge of inventory control processes, documentation procedures, and compliance requirements, preferably within a cGMP or cannabis manufacturing setting.
You are proficiency in inventory management systems and software, including tools such as Excel, Wherefour (our ERP tool), or equivalent ERP systems, with emphasis on data accuracy and audit readiness.
You are highly adaptable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, with the ability to prioritize effectively and maintain attention to detail under pressure.
You demonstrate integrity and respect in all interactions, fostering a positive and supportive work environment
You strive for the highest standards in every aspect of your role.
You can adapt to and drive change with enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

Inventory Tracking Systems: Oversee the maintenance, data integrity, and accuracy of all inventory tracking systems in compliance with cGMP standards. Ensure seamless system integration, proper documentation practices, and data traceability across all platforms. Responsibilities include system upkeep, user access control, training, and troubleshooting to maintain compliance and audit readiness.
Receiving: Receive and document all incoming raw materials and packaging components in accordance with cGMP requirements. Verify quantities, quality, and supplier documentation (e.g., Certificates of Analysis, lot numbers) against purchase orders. Ensure materials are labeled, quarantined, and released appropriately following Quality Assurance (QA) approval.
Cycle Counting: Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods. Document all counts accurately and reconcile discrepancies in accordance with approved SOPs. Maintain audit-ready records demonstrating continuous inventory accuracy and control.
End-of-Month Processing: Lead the end-of-month physical inventory and reconciliation process. Verify counts, investigate variances, and ensure accurate reporting to management. Maintain all supporting documentation for QA and Finance review.
Team Management: Supervise the Order Coordinator team to ensure adherence to cGMP and company procedures. Provide ongoing training, performance feedback, and oversight to maintain operational accuracy, documentation discipline, and compliance culture.
Finished Goods Management: Perform daily end-of-day cycle counts of finished goods inventory. Verify product labeling, lot traceability, and storage conditions meet cGMP and state regulatory requirements.
Order Coordination Support: Support Order Coordinator duties as needed to ensure timely and compliant order fulfillment. Verify that all materials are released, documented, and transported according to approved procedures.
Variance Investigation: Investigate and document any inventory variances identified during cycle counts or reconciliation activities. Perform root cause analysis, implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), and ensure proper recordkeeping per cGMP deviation protocols.
Distribution Support: Provide backup support to the Distribution Manager, including creation of pick sheets, manifests, and shipping documentation. Ensure all outbound materials meet regulatory and cGMP traceability requirements.
Seed-to-Sale Compliance: Maintain full compliance with state and local “seed-to-sale” regulations. Oversee all tracking activities to ensure complete and accurate traceability of cannabis materials from seed through finished product, consistent with cGMP and regulatory expectations for record integrity and data accuracy.