Sr. Retail Buyer
CuraleafAt Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.
Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.
Title: Sr. Retail Buyer
Location: Chicago, IL (On-site)
Job Type: Full- Time, Exempt
About the Role: As a Senior Retail Buyer, you will lead the sourcing, purchasing, and planning efforts for materials and finished goods, strategically managing our retail assortment to align with customer needs and market trends. Your analytical skills and market knowledge will drive sales and ensure an optimal product mix while fostering strong vendor partnerships and negotiating favorable terms. At Curaleaf, we value innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our business and contribute to a team dedicated to excellence.
What You’ll Do:
- Drive strategic direction for assigned categories, ensuring competitive pricing and compelling promotions.
- Analyze market trends to inform brand and item selection.
- Oversee product assortment and master product selection.
- Collaborate with inventory and supply chain teams for optimization.
- Evaluate promotional effectiveness and negotiate vendor partnerships.
- Lead and mentor team members to foster their professional development.
What You’ll Bring:
- Minimum of 5 years in buying or merchandising, with experience in category management and strategic pricing.
- Familiarity with the food or beverage industry, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or cannabis is a plus.
- Strong analytical skills; proficiency in MS Excel and Tableau preferred.
- Excellent negotiation skills and a proactive, problem-solving attitude.
What We Offer (All Locations):
Career Growth Opportunities
Competitive Pay and Benefits
Generous PTO and Parental Leave
401(K) Retirement Plan
Life/ Disability Insurance
Community Involvement
Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts
Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility. See location-specific details below.
Location-Specific Benefits
Illinois:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance*
HSA/FSA Options*
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program & Gym Discounts
401(k) with Company Match
Life & Disability Insurance*
Supplemental Insurance Options*
Commuter Benefits*
PTO (vacation*, sick, holidays), Parental & Bereavement Leave
Employee Discounts, Recognition Programs, Pet Insurance*
New York (Union roles):
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program & Gym Discounts
401(k) with Company Match
PTO (sick, vacation [FT only], holidays), Parental & Bereavement Leave
Employee Discounts & Recognition Programs
*Available to eligible, full-time employees only.
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Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, JAMS, Find and Zero Proof provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence
Our Vision: To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.
Our Values:
- Lead and Inspire.
- Commit to Win.
- ONE Curaleaf.
- Driven to Deliver Excellence.
Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.
Current Curaleaf employees should apply for open positions through our Internal Job Board, which can be accessed via the link on The Leaf.