Sr. Manager, Supply Chain

The Role  The Senior Manager - Supply Chain Planning for GTI will be responsible for developing & driving key supply chain planning strategy & initiatives, supporting demand & supply planning in critical, high volume markets, growing enterprise capabilities & best practices to support GTI short & long-term growth and serve as a cross-functional lead for supply chain.  You will bring depth of working with a high volume of skus, fast-paced, high growth environment, numerous production locations, thrive in a start-up, gritty environment and aren’t afraid to roll up your sleeves and dive in.   Responsibilities  Supply Chain Strategy & Planning  Develop and execute integrated supply chain strategies aligned with company growth objectives   Lead Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, including demand forecasting, supply planning, and capacity alignment   Collaborate with cultivation and manufacturing teams to align production schedules with demand plans  Translate business forecasts into actionable demand & production plans   Own allocation and supply planning across Flower, Vape, and Edibles/MIP, driving cross-functional planning processes to optimize service levels and overall business performance  Leverage/Build AI-driven planning tools to optimize demand forecasting, inventory positioning, and supply allocation across the network  Inventory & Materials Management  Own inventory performance across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods with a focus on working capital efficiency   Design and implement strategies to increase inventory velocity while maintaining target service levels and minimizing stockouts   Establish forward-looking inventory targets based on demand variability, production cadence, and shelf-life constraints   Partner with Sales, Operations, and Finance to proactively rebalance inventory across sites and channels to prevent aging and excess   Reduce slow-moving and obsolete inventory through improved forecasting, production alignment, and lifecycle management   Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration  Lead and develop supply chain direct report (s), fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement   Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, Operations, and other teams   Drive alignment between commercial demand and operational execution    Qualifications   Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance or related degree  8+ years experience related to supply chain, production planning, and/or demand & supply planning   Experience in cannabis industry strongly preferred  Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite) and cannabis tracking systems (METRC or BioTrack)  Advanced proficiency in MS Excel required  Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness  Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment  Superior communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, non-verbal, written), with the ability to build relationships at all levels, both internally and externally  Possesses a high level of critical thinking  Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information  High attention to detail and accuracy    Additional Requirements  Must pass any and all required background checks   Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry   The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance. Green Thumb Pay Range$140,000—$160,000 USD Offices: Chicago, Illinois, United States (GTI Chicago - Corporate HQ);