District Manager

Story Cannabis; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k retirement plan

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Employee referral program

Job summary

Story Cannabis Co. is seeking a district manager to drive the strategic performance of multiple dispensaries within a designated region. You will lead store leaders, optimize operations, and ensure compliance with evolving cannabis regulations while delivering a superior customer experience.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, KPI tracking, and effective talent development across locations, with regional travel to support growth and openings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of experience in retail management overseeing multiple locations.
• Current or previous experience within the cannabis industry.
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• A deep knowledge of state-specific cannabis laws and regulatory compliance.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and a focus on process optimization.
• Experience with cannabis specific POS and compliance systems, preferably Dutchie and
• Ability to travel regionally on a regular basis to support the needs of a growing retail organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead dispensary managers to generate profitable sales through proactive business forecasting, demand-driven scheduling, delivery of exceptional customer service, and successful execution of all programs and initiatives
• Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and regularly assess sales metrics, providing actionable insights to drive continuous sales improvements
• Ensures compliance with industry and legal regulations and best practices, and adherence to company processes and procedures.
• Oversee resource allocation, staffing, and workforce planning in coordination with managers to meet production demands effectively
• Assist with new store openings within the region, including ordering and accepting supplies, meeting with on-site vendors, and communicating progress to leadership
• Promote a customer‑centric culture across dispensaries, ensuring consistency and enhancing the overall customer experience

Skills

Retail management

Leadership

Forecasting

Regulatory compliance

POS systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Retail Management

Tools

Dutchie

Job description

Story Cannabis was built by misfits on a mission — people bold enough to shift the cannabis narrative and create something better. Founded in 2021 by industry veterans, Story is a vertically integrated company headquartered in Phoenix, operating across Arizona, Maryland, Ohio, and Louisiana, and we’re just getting started.

Our vision is to bring hope, happiness, and healing to the world through cannabis, and we’re doing it one state, one store, and one customer at a time.

Leadership defines how we show up. Data drives how we grow. Gratitude keeps us grounded. Unity fuels our momentum. And growth, in every sense, inspires everything we do.

If you’re ready to challenge what’s expected and shape the future of cannabis, your next chapter starts with Story.

Overview:

The Retail District Manager will be responsible for the strategic management and performance of multiple dispensaries within a designated region. This person will be tasked with optimizing store operations, coaching and developing teams, and implementing retail strategies. The District Manager will play a pivotal role in elevating the customer experience while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and compliance within the evolving cannabis marketplace.

Responsibilities:

• Lead dispensary managers to generate profitable sales through proactive business forecasting, demand-driven scheduling, delivery of exceptional customer service, and successful execution of all programs and initiatives
• Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and regularly assess sales metrics, providing actionable insights to drive continuous sales improvements
• Ensures compliance with industry and legal regulations and best practices, and adherence to company processes and procedures.
• Oversee resource allocation, staffing, and workforce planning in coordination with managers to meet production demands effectively
• Assist with new store openings within the region, including ordering and accepting supplies, meeting with on-site vendors, and communicating progress to leadership
• Promote a customer‑centric culture across dispensaries, ensuring consistency and enhancing the overall customer experience

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of experience in retail management overseeing multiple locations.
• Current or previous experience within the cannabis industry.
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• A deep knowledge of state-specific cannabis laws and regulatory compliance.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and a focus on process optimization.
• Experience with cannabis specific point of sale and compliance systems, preferably Dutchie and
• Ability to travel regionally on a regular basis to support the needs of a growing retail organization.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Paid time off (PTO) including 8 paid holidays per year*
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
• 401k retirement savings plan*
• Company paid Short-Term & Long-Term disability*
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)*
• Employee referral program

*For full-time positions only

We want our story to be one that fosters an inclusive culture and provides an enriching employee experience. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we embrace individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all individuals, including those who may have encountered legal issues related to previous marijuana laws. We understand that these laws have disproportionately impacted certain communities and individuals. We are committed to considering all candidates based on their qualifications, skills, and potential to contribute to our team, rather than focusing solely on past legal encounters. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those with past involvement with the legal system, to apply for positions within our organization.