Inventory Operations Lead

Embarc; Colusa (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

PTO

Employee discounts

Professional development

Referral program

Union benefits

Job summary

Embarc is opening a Colusa, CA location in November 2026 and is hiring an Inventory & Operations Lead to manage inventory, back-of-house and customer service with strong leadership and strict compliance.

The role requires supervising daily store operations, overseeing opening/closing, cash handling, and merchandising, while ensuring compliance with state regulations and company policies. Evening/weekend shifts are expected in a full-time capacity.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and organizational skills with attention to compliance.
• Experience with inventory control and cannabis regulations.
• Proficiency in METRC and Treez POS systems is a plus.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Inventory: manage intake, counts, pricing, transfers, recalls, stocking, and compliance.
• Store operations: supervise daily procedures, cash handling, merchandising, and safety.
• Leadership: train and coach staff; act as liaison between store management and team.
• Customer experience: lead front-of-house efforts to exceed sales goals and ensure a welcoming check-in.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Inventory control

Customer service

Organized

Team motivation

Tools

METRC

Treez POS

Reporting tools

Job description

We're excited to be opening our new embarc Colusa location in November 2026! Our store is not open just yet, but we're accepting applications now. Our team will be in touch as we begin recruiting for our opening team.

Compensation

Base hourly pay for this position is $22.36. Company wide, team members average approximately $7.68 per hour in tips. Tips are not guaranteed and may vary based on shift, business levels, and seasonality.

What is the Job?

The Inventory & Operations Lead executes all inventory functions as the key focus. This role also assists with back-of-house operations, front-of-house operations, reception, and customer service. This role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and strict compliance with company policies and state regulations.

Core Responsibilities - Inventory

• Execute all aspects of inventory management: intake, counts, pricing, transfers, recalls, stocking, and compliance.
• Maintain accurate counts and records in METRC and POS systems.
• To ensure accuracy, conduct recurring audits, spot checks, and cycle counts.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Analyze and action inventory reports in partnership with Store Management.
• Ensure compliance with state and local cannabis regulations.

Store Operations

• Supervise daily store operations to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Oversee opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and merchandising.
• Support the implementation of company policies, legal regulations, and operational improvements.
• Ensure facilities issues are rectified to ensure an excellent customer experience.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness in back-of-house areas to ensure safety and compliance.
• Support product merchandising and ensure displays meet company and compliance standards.
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 35 lbs

Leadership

• Train and coach team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning, development, and accountability.
• Act as a key point of contact between store management and staff.
• Utilize critical problem-solving skills to recommend improvements and elevate issues appropriately to management
• Build a culture that aligns with the core values of the organization.
• Be a champion of change.

Customer Experience

• Leads the front of house store team to create an exceptional experience for customers and employees, and to exceed sales goals.
• Engage with customers on the sales floor when needed, answering questions and recommending products.
• Provides a welcoming and compliant customer check-in at reception.
• Participate in community engagement, field marketing, social media, and local events to represent the Embarc brand.
• Builds customer retention using company loyalty programs.

What Skills We're Looking For

• Strong leadership and communication skills with both staff and vendors.
• Strong communication skills.
• Deep understanding of inventory control and compliance procedures.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Proficiency in retail systems, compliance software, and reporting tools.
• Customer service skills.
• Respectful team player.
• Ability to work in a rapidly evolving industry.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Experience with Metrc Track and Trace system.
• Experience with the Treez POS system.
• Leadership or supervisory experience in retail or operations.
• Experience with computerized inventory and compliance systems.

Expected Hours Of Work

This is a full-time role in a retail store open 365 days a year. Evening, weekend, and holiday shifts are required based on business needs.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Professional development support
• Referral program
• This position is covered under the UFCW Local 5/8 Collective Bargaining Agreement

Equal Opportunity

Embarc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, or current employment status.