Dispensary Assistant GM: Leadership & Ops

Agri-Genesis; Dexter (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunrise is seeking a hands-on Assistant General Manager to support daily dispensary operations in Missouri. You will partner with the General Manager to drive sales, ensure compliance, and lead a high-performing team through coaching and development.

You will oversee inventory, scheduling, and customer service, while maintaining a safe, compliant, and welcoming environment that reflects Sunrise’s values and growth goals. A proactive leader thrives in a fast-paced retail cannabis setting.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a retail, hospitality, or similarly customer-focused environment.
• Experience supporting store operations, employee performance, scheduling, inventory, and sales initiatives.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in overseeing daily dispensary operations to ensure a safe, efficient, compliant, and customer-focused environment.
• Assist with inventory management, cash handling, scheduling, labor management, and store security.
• Ensure employees consistently follow company policies, standard operating procedures, and applicable Missouri cannabis regulations.
• Monitor daily operational activities, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions in partnership with the General Manager.
• Assume responsibility for store operations in the General Manager's absence, within established company policies and delegated authority.
• Provide daily leadership, direction, and coaching to dispensary employees while reinforcing company expectations and performance standards.
• Support employee onboarding, training, development, and performance management in collaboration with the General Manager.
• Help foster a positive work environment built on teamwork, integrity, accountability, and open communication.
• Address employee concerns and operational challenges promptly, professionally, and in accordance with company policies.
• Lead by example through professionalism, reliability, strong communication, and a commitment to exceptional service.
• Partner with the General Manager to achieve sales goals, improve profitability, manage labor expenses, and support overall store performance.
• Monitor key performance indicators and help implement strategies to increase sales, strengthen customer loyalty, and improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure customers receive knowledgeable, welcoming, and consistent service during every visit.
• Support merchandising, promotional execution, and product education initiatives that enhance the customer experience.
• Resolve escalated customer concerns professionally while maintaining company standards.
• Support the General Manager in building positive relationships with local businesses, community organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Represent Sunrise at community events, Chamber of Commerce functions, and local networking opportunities as directed by the General Manager or company leadership.
• Assist in identifying community partnerships and opportunities that strengthen Sunrise's presence and reputation.
• Communicate relevant community feedback, business opportunities, and local developments to the General Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Retail operations

Scheduling

Inventory management

Sales initiatives

Communication

Problem-solving

Compliance

Job description

Sunrise is seeking a hands-on Assistant General Manager to support daily dispensary operations in Missouri. You will partner with the General Manager to drive sales, ensure compliance, and lead a high-performing team through coaching and development.

You will oversee inventory, scheduling, and customer service, while maintaining a safe, compliant, and welcoming environment that reflects Sunrise’s values and growth goals. A proactive leader thrives in a fast-paced retail cannabis setting.