General Manager - Retail
Cannabis & GlassAbout the role
About the Role:
We're seeking a dynamic General Manager (GM) to lead all operations at our retail location. As the senior on-site leader, you'll be responsible for driving performance, managing daily operations, developing a high-performing team, and delivering outstanding customer experience.
As GM, you’ll set the tone for the store culture, lead with vision, and ensure seamless customer experience while meeting key business metrics. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about developing people, and enjoys rolling up their sleeves to get things done.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & People Management
- Train, mentor, and supervise Assistant GMs and Retail Associates
- Set performance goals and conduct regular evaluations
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, coaching, and progressive discipline
Store Operations & Scheduling
- Manage all daily store operations including staffing, scheduling, and coverage
- Coordinate team meetings and communicate priorities
- Ensure compliance with all SOPs, safety standards, and labor laws
Customer Experience
- Champion a customer-first mindset across the store
- Resolve escalated issues and ensure service excellence
- Maintain a clean, welcoming, and organized store environment
Sales & Financial Performance
- Monitor KPIs and financial reports to drive profitability
- Participate in monthly financial reviews and performance reporting
- Support promotional campaigns, loyalty programs, and upsell strategies
Inventory & Cash Management
- Oversee inventory control, delivery intake, and loss prevention
- Ensure proper handling of cash, POS systems, and daily reconciliations
- Safeguard store assets through proper security protocols
Technology, Facilities, & Merchandising
- Maintain all in-store technology, kiosks, displays, and signage
- Coordinate with vendors and service providers for maintenance and repairs
- Ensure the store aligns with brand guidelines and promotional messaging
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in multi-functional retail management with direct supervisory experience
- Strong leadership and coaching abilities
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable working with scheduling, inventory systems, and financial reporting
- A high level of integrity, personal motivation, adaptability, and sense of urgency
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and managing sensitive information
- Previous retail, sales and/or customer service experience is strongly preferred
- We do not require previous professional experience in the cannabis industry but would prefer the applicant be a consumer of the product.
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Must commit to coming to work sober.
- Successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background
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