Assistant Store Manager (Proper Brands)

vireohealth; Festus (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Term life insurance coverage

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discount program

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Proper Cannabis is hiring an Assistant Store Manager for the Festus-West dispensary. This full-time, non-exempt role supports the Store Manager in daily operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives profitability while supervising a team of Patient Care Specialists.

Qualified candidates have leadership experience, retail know-how, and excellent communication skills. The role offers a competitive $19/hour base plus tips, with opportunities for advancement within the organization.

Qualifications

• Missouri cannabis laws knowledge is required.
• Ability to obtain a Missouri Agent ID.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid Driver’s License & Clear MV report.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of medicinal implications of cannabis strains.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in day-to-day dispensary operations.
• Implement and manage company and dispensary policies and procedures.
• Ensure financial and operational goals are achieved with staff support.
• Maintain up-to-date reports and ensure compliance with state/local regulations.
• Oversee POS, inventory, and security audits for regulatory compliance.
• Perform daily counts of cannabis products and record quantities.
• Oversee dispensary compliance with local/state regulations.
• Coordinate orders and deliveries; monitor timing and quantities.
• Create weekly staff schedules and manage patient care relationships.
• Support staff as a role model on products, policies, and industry updates.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Communication skills

Missouri cannabis laws

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

POS system

Inventory management

Job description

At Proper, we have a team of extremely talented & capable individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and skill sets. We are excited to share an opportunity to fill the role of Assistant Store Managerat our Festus -Westlocation. This is a full-time, non-exempt position. This position is open to our internal employees. Please note that prior leadership and retail experience is required. Qualified employees should complete the application and submit a current resume. Qualified candidates will go through an onsite interview with the hiring manager/s and may go through an assessment. Feedback from current managers will also be taken into hiring consideration.

The Assistant Store Manager is responsible for assisting the Store Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the dispensary in compliance with state and local rules and regulations, as well as the overall profitability of the dispensary. This position handles the needs of all patients, and also develops and manages a team of Patient Care Specialists with a passion for medical cannabis. This position is responsible for upholding Proper Cannabis’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives.

Responsibilities:

Assists the Store Manager in the day-to-day operations of the dispensary location. This work may include but is not limited to:

• Collaborating with the Store Manager to implement and manage company and dispensary best practices, policies, and procedures;
• Partnering with the store manager to ensure that all financial and operational goals are achieved and supported by the staff;
• Ensuring that all management, inventory, purchasing, and financial reports are up to date, accurate and readily accessible;
• Assisting with all POS, inventory, and security system audits to ensure the dispensary is in full compliance with state regulations;
• Performing daily counts of all cannabis and cannabis related products in the dispensary;
• Assisting in the oversight of the dispensary’s compliance with local and state regulations;
• Receiving orders and deliveries and recording quantities and timing;
• Ensuring all safety protocols and procedures are followed by all team members and patients;
• Maintaining in-depth knowledge of all store vendors, products, strains, and industry trends;
• Creating weekly schedules;
• Assists in the oversight of customer relations and patient care;
• Assists in the management the dispensary team, including patient care specialists (budtenders);
• Serving as a role model and resource for dispensary staff concerning products and services, policies, procedures, industry news and changes in regulations;

Qualifications:

The following education, skills and experience are required for this role:

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Missouri and local cannabis laws;
• Ability to obtain a Missouri Agent ID;
• Must be 21 years of age or older;
• Valid Driver’s License & Clear MV report based on company MV requirements;
• Strong leadership and team management skills;
• Ability to quickly adapt in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Thorough understanding of the medicinal implications and effects of strains including Sativa, Indica, and Hybrids.

The following education, skills and experience are preferred for this role:

• 3+ years in retail and guest services;
• 2+ years of experience in a management environment;
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field;
• 2+ years of cannabis retail experience.

Compensation: $19/hr + Tips

Environment

This position requires the ability to reach, bend, stoop, sit, and stand, and carry and lift up to 30 lbs. The work environment is an environmentally controlled retail store. This position may require travel up to 10% of the time.

Benefits Package:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Term life insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off.
• Holiday pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling and support.
• Employee discount program.
• Paid parental leave.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this job advertisement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required for the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove job duties as necessary. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability status, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.