Inventory & Operations Manager

EMBARC; Sutter Creek (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Professional development support

Referral program

Job summary

EMBARC is seeking an experienced Inventory & Operations Manager for our Tracy cannabis dispensary. This full-time role oversees inventory functions, store operations, and team leadership, ensuring compliance with state regulations and company policies.

You will maintain METRC and Treez POS systems, conduct audits, manage vendor relations, and support customer experience while guiding a busy team in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with METRC Track and Trace system (Required).
• Experience with Treez POS system (Required).
• At least two years of management or supervisory experience in retail or operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all inventory functions: intake, counts, pricing, transfers, recalls, stocking, and compliance.
• Supervise store operations, cash handling, merchandising, and policy implementation.
• Lead, mentor, and coach team members while ensuring a compliant, safe, and customer-focused environment.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory control

Organization

Prioritization

Communication

Tools

METRC Track and Trace

Treez POS

Job description

COMING SOON: EMBARC SUTTER CREEK

We're excited to be opening our new embarc Sutter Creek location in late 2026! Our store is not open just yet, but we're accepting applications now.

Embarc is where community, craft, and culture come together. We take pride in the diversity of California cannabis and our communities. We never compromise on quality and always provide products at the fairest prices possible. embarc cannabis dispensary is a go-to source for curated products from premium cultivators throughout California.

Inventory & Operations Manager

Embarc are seeking an experienced, self-motivated, and organized leader to be our full-time Inventory & Operations Manager at our Tracy cannabis dispensary. Embarc is an emerging cannabis retailer, passionate about our community, customers, and people. If you are excited about retail leadership, read below.

What is the Job?

The Inventory & Operations Manager oversees all inventory functions as the key focus while also managing store operations, leading the team, and supporting the customer experience. This role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and strict compliance with company policies and state regulations.

Core Responsibilities - Inventory:

• Lead all aspects of inventory management: intake, counts, pricing, transfers, recalls, stocking, and compliance.
• Maintain accurate counts and records in METRC and POS systems.
• Conduct recurring audits, spot checks, and cycle counts to ensure accuracy.
• Anticipate demand and manage reorder levels of non-cannabis supplies to ensure product availability.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Provide, analyze, and action inventory reports.
• 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.
• Able to safely lift and carry up to 35 lbs
• Act as a PPSO as needed.

Leadership:

• Mentor, 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.
• Understand and follow the Collective Bargaining Agreement governing all hourly team members.
• Build a culture that aligns with the core values of the organization.
• Utilize critical problem-solving skills to make decisions for the store.
• 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.
• Builds customer retention using company loyalty programs.

What Skills We're Looking For:

• Strong leadership and communication skills with both staff and vendors.
• 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.

Required Education and Experience:

• Experience with Metrc Track and Trace system (Required).
• Experience with Treez POS system (Required).
• At least two years of management or supervisory experience in retail or operations.
• Experience with computerized inventory and compliance systems.

Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time exempt 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

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.