Supply Planning & Procurement Manager

Green Lake Nursery•Seagoville, TX

2d•$75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Supply Planning & Procurement Manager plans, sources, and procures plant materials and related products to support customer demand, production schedules, and company growth objectives. The role serves as the primary liaison between Green Lake Nursery and its vendor network, with responsibility for product availability, competitive pricing, accurate purchasing data, and timely delivery. Working collaboratively with Sales, Growing, Production, and Accounting, the manager develops inventory and procurement strategies that support operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and profitability. The position maintains procurement information in company systems, monitors supply chain performance, manages vendor relationships, and identifies opportunities to reduce costs and improve service levels.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Horticulture, Agriculture, Operations Management, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
At least 3 years of procurement, purchasing, supply planning, inventory management, or related experience.
At least 5 years of experience in the horticulture, nursery, agriculture, landscaping, or related industry.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, reporting, and spreadsheet management.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Teams, and related business software.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Knowledge of supply chain management principles, forecasting techniques, inventory planning, and procurement best practices.
Ability to interpret data and make informed business recommendations.
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of business information.
Effective project management and organizational capabilities.
Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Experience in container nursery, greenhouse, horticultural production, or wholesale plant distribution operations.
Experience with ERP, MRP, inventory management, or production planning systems.
Experience negotiating supplier contracts and freight agreements.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute procurement plans that support customer demand, production requirements, and business objectives.
Forecast plant material and inventory needs in collaboration with Sales, Production, and Growing teams.
Analyze inventory levels, product demand, and purchasing trends to optimize procurement decisions.
Adjust purchasing activities based on sales projections, inventory positions, and operational requirements.
Monitor supplier lead times, product availability, and market conditions to mitigate supply risks.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Negotiate pricing, freight costs, delivery schedules, payment terms, and service agreements.
Evaluate supplier performance, including quality, reliability, responsiveness, pricing, and delivery.
Resolve supply chain issues, shortages, delays, quality concerns, and other vendor-related challenges.
Identify and qualify new suppliers to improve sourcing flexibility and business continuity.
Create, review, and manage purchase orders and supplier acknowledgments for accuracy.
Verify pricing, quantities, delivery commitments, and order specifications.
Coordinate with Accounting to ensure purchasing documentation is accurate and complete for processing and reconciliation.
Maintain records of purchasing activity, vendor communications, and procurement performance metrics.
Maintain accurate procurement and inventory information in the company's Production Module and related business systems.
Enter and update purchasing, inventory, and production-related data in a timely and accurate manner.
Communicate procurement changes that may affect production schedules or customer commitments.
Partner with Production Management to align schedules with material availability.
Analyze procurement processes and supply chain performance to identify efficiency improvements and cost reductions.
Develop recommendations to improve inventory management, purchasing practices, vendor performance, and operational effectiveness.
Support special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to meet business needs.