Lead Retail Sales Associate

Live-Parallel; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Employee Relief Fund

Parallel Cares volunteer program

Job summary

Live-Parallel is seeking a Lead Retail Sales Associate to own store operations and drive exceptional customer service in a fast‑growing cannabis retail environment. You will act as a training ambassador, support new hires, and ensure smooth daily duties while upholding regulatory standards in Florida.

You will advise customers on products, manage patient intake and orders, and maintain patient privacy. The role requires flexibility for evenings and weekends, with opportunities to grow into

Qualifications

• Age 21 or over.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Government‑Issued Photo ID.
• 2 years’ experience in Retail or similar industry where customer service is critical.
• Must be flexible regarding work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask, plan, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal with difficult situations and resolve in a timely and professional manner.
• Preferred: Proven track record of leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the training ambassador and assist with new employee orientation, new product launch education and skill development of the team.
• Assume the role of Manager on Duty as needed responsible for operational tasks for opening, closing, banking and security of the store.
• Model best-in-class service that consistently exceeds our customers’ expectations and builds a long-term rapport in alignment using established customer service model.
• Provide customers and caregivers with expert cannabis recommendations, discuss therapy goals, product effects, potency, dosing, methods of consumption, and administration.
• Participate in the patient intake process, entering and maintaining appropriate paperwork and patient records while maintaining privacy and confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
• Accurately receive, prepare, and complete patient orders and sales utilizing point-of-sale (POS).
• Appropriately resolves customer conflict or complaint, inspiring long-term patient relationships and loyalty to our brands.
• Maintain accurate records of all activities including customer records for all activities in accordance with the State of Florida Office of Compassionate Use and Florida Statues for a Medical Marijuana Treatment Center, as well as regulations set forth by local, state, and federal agencies.

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Flexible schedule

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Schedule Requirements: Full time, open availability to include evening and weekend shifts.

Everyone is welcome here. Each of us is unique, and that’s what makes us amazing. We believe in inclusiveness and celebrating each person’s individuality, because there’s power in bringing people with different points of view and life experiences together. That’s why we provide equal employment opportunities (EEO). All applicants are considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

So, bring yourself and your best ideas; when we feel safe and comfortable being ourselves, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.

The Lead Retail Sales Associate takes pride in ownership of operational task while influencing others. They are the product and industry experts in our Retail locations who provide knowledge, exceptional service, and ensure our stores are places where everyone feels like they belong.

Parallel is one of the largest multi-state cannabis companies in the world, owning and operating in three markets; Florida (Surterra Wellness), Massachusetts (NETA) and Texas (goodblend). If you enjoy companies that are growing, moving fast, and constantly challenging themselves to achieve more, then Parallel is for you. We work hard, lean on each other, and are passionate about a pretty ambitious vision … pioneering a new paradigm of what well‑being can be for all people, everywhere. For more information, visit www.liveparallel.com.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Act as the training ambassador and assist with new employee orientation, new product launch education and skill development of the team.
• Assume the role of Manager on Duty as needed responsible for operational tasks for opening, closing, banking and security of the store.
• Model best-in-class service that consistently exceeds our customers’ expectations and builds a long-term rapport in alignment using established customer service model.
• Provide customers and caregivers with expert cannabis recommendations, discuss therapy goals, product effects, potency, dosing, methods of consumption, and administration.
• Participate in the patient intake process, entering and maintaining appropriate paperwork and patient records while maintaining privacy and confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
• Accurately receive, prepare, and complete patient orders and sales utilizing point-of-sale (POS).
• Appropriately resolves customer conflict or complaint, inspiring long-term patient relationships and loyalty to our brands.
• Maintain accurate records of all activities including customer records for all activities in accordance with the State of Florida Office of Compassionate Use and Florida Statues for a Medical Marijuana Treatment Center, as well as regulations set forth by local, state, and federal agencies.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS YOU’LL BRING

Required

• Age 21 or over
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Government‑Issued Photo ID
• 2 years’ experience in Retail or similar industry where customer service is critical
• Must be flexible regarding work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask, plan, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to deal with difficult situations and resolve in a timely and professional manner

Preferred

• Proven track record of leadership capabilities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods during the shift
• Ability to assist with lifting stock and materials
• Occasionally positions self to retrieve product or material in the store throughout the duration of the shift
• Are self‑motivated; micro‑managing isn’t fun for anyone
• Roll your sleeves up and do the work; strategy is important, but so is getting stuff done
• Can work fast and be flexible; our industry is always changing
• Play nice with others; we collaborate with each other a lot
• Think creatively; sometimes, the “traditional” solution isn’t the best one

WHAT YOU GET

• Consistent, reliable benefits; Full medical/vision/dental, 401k with possibility of a company match, access to company-sponsored well‑being programs
• Balance and flexibility; paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Chance to make a difference; Employee Relief Fund, community volunteerism through our Parallel Cares program

PARALLEL IS UNITED BY OUR VISION, MISSION, & VALUES

Our Vision– why we exist – is to pioneer well‑being and improve the quality of life for humanity through the benefits of cannabinoids.

Our Mission– how we will do this – is to build a leading, global well‑being company through the best talent, our values, trusted and recognized brands, science and technology‑based innovation, and a relentless focus on execution and continuous improvement.

Our Values – Integrity | Collaboration | Alignment | Intentionality | Accountability | Agility

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique.

Florida, Texas, & Corporate - Level 2 finger printing, background check, OMMU (Office of Medical Marijuana USE) approval - FL, CURT (Compassionate Use Registry of Texas) approval - TX, 9-panel drug screen (excluding cannabis)

Massachusetts - Background Check, CCC (Cannabis Control Commission) approval

Being in a heavily regulated industry means our onboarding background process can be lengthier and take up to 4 weeks after your offer letter is signed. Understanding this extended time frame for onboarding, are you still interested in continuing your application? * Select...