Assistant General Manager

Who We Are: 

At Copperstate Farms and Sol Flower, we’re creating a better kind of cannabis company. Where we know happy plants begin with happy people. We aspire to high standards, take pride in our work, and drive for better results every day. At the greenhouse, our roots are growing flower, but we’ve branched out to offer an extensive range of cannabis products like edibles, topicals, and concentrates for retail dispensary locations. From farm to market, we are committed to the quality of our products and are always testing for patient and customer safety. By bringing together best practices from big agriculture, consumer packaged goods, and pharmaceutical and retail industries, Copperstate is becoming one of the top cannabis companies to work for.  

What We’re Growing: 

As one of the largest greenhouse cannabis producers in North America, Copperstate Farms ranges over 1.7 million square feet of canopy and 40 acres under glass. It’s here where we have been growing a house of cannabis brands that our patients and customers can trust, each addressing a different needs state and demographic. From the greenhouse to corporate to multiple Sol Flower dispensaries, we’re an inclusive cannabis community empowering wellness for all. Most of all, we strive for a culture where our employees view us as one of the best places to work.   

Job Description: 

The Assistant General Manager is responsible for supporting all day-to-day operations of the dispensary. This includes but is not limited to sales, money counts and cash handling, inventory control, storage of Cannabis, overseeing the cleanliness and organization of the dispensary and signage in the dispensary. The AGM is responsible for working with the General Manager to provide an outstanding customer experience while working closely with dispensary personnel to meet revenue goals, lead, coach, train and develop the retail and ensure compliance with inventory, operations, and system protocols. 

Core Responsibilities: 

Duties of this job include, but are not limited to: 

• Work closely with the Inventory Control Manager to ensure all stored Cannabis is accounted for and the dispensary has adequate amounts for daily operations. 

• The Assistant General Manager is responsible for compliance to AZDHS regulations and statutes.  

• Primary support for the General Manager. 

• Assist in human resources responsibilities, scheduling, direction, and oversight of all dispensary operations (particularly the implementation of policies and procedures), inventory reconciliation, and money handling processes.  

• Lead and support all staff in performance management, including rewards and recognition programs. 

•  Passion for business, the Cannabis industry, and the well-being of the dispensaries customers and staff.  

• The Assistant General Manager will work with the Retail Managers and General Manager to ensure that customers’ needs, and expectations are met through optimal product selection and top-notch customer service. 

Commitment & Dependability: 

• Willingness to be an integral member of a successful team.
• Dedication to provide the highest levels of service.
• Excellent attendance and reliability.
• Adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Expectation to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required.
• Properly handle confidential customer information and other non-public company proprietary information.

Qualifications and Education: 

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to pass a background check to obtain, and maintain, a Facility Agent card in accordance with Arizona State Department of Health Services requirements.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of retail and/or customer- facing experience preferred.
• Cannabis retail or education experience preferred.
• Product Knowledge: must be familiar with the variety of methods used for Cannabis consumption.
• Must be able to effectively address customers' concerns and complaints.
• Be professional in appearance, actions, and verbal communication.
• Must have cash handling experience and excellent mathematical skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a busy atmosphere.
• Ability to remain compliant in a highly regulated role.
• Demonstrate strong oral and written communication with customers, coworkers, and management.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills and point-of-sale software.
• Ability to solve problems in an efficient and professional manner.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holiday shifts as scheduled and needed.

Physical Requirements: 

• Requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting, and use of hands.
• Frequently required physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
• Frequently stooping, bending, and reaching.
• Must work indoors and outdoors year-round.
• Must work in noisy and crowded environments.
• Lift 25-50 pounds from the floor to a waist-high table when necessary.
• Crouch & bend often.
• Stand for short/ high periods of time.
• Sit for short/ medium periods of time.
• Walk for short/high periods of time.
• Occasionally sit on the floor or at floor level.
• Handle the responsibilities and routine stress often associated with this position.

Certifications or Training Requirements: 

• New Hire Orientation & Security Training – New Hire.
• Store Associate Training- New Hire.
• Cannabis Education course – New Hire.
• Additional annual or ongoing training as assigned by management.
• Maintain active Arizona Facility Agent Card – Biannual or as dictated by Arizona Department of Health Services.

Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other or additional tasks be performed as assigned.