Inventory Associate

About the role

Join Planet Nugg — Long Island’s fastest-growing, high-end cannabis dispensary — and be part of a team redefining how New Yorkers shop for cannabis. Our 5,000‑square‑foot flagship blends futuristic design with concierge-style service and houses the largest curated selection on the island. As an Inventory Associate you’ll keep our premium product assortment organized, compliant, and beautifully merchandised so Budtenders can deliver a seamless, personalized customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify and process incoming shipments against manifests and purchase orders
• Enter and reconcile product data in the seed‑to‑sale system and POS; maintain accurate records
• Conduct cycle counts and full inventory audits; investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Stock and merchandize the sales floor following FIFO and brand presentation standards
• Manage expiration/waste procedures and prepare compliant disposal documentation
• Prepare and stage new SKUs for display and ensure accurate labeling and pricing
• Maintain organized back‑of‑house storage and ensure compliance with state regulations
• Support store team during high traffic periods and assist with basic retail tasks as needed

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Eligible to work in the United States and pass any required state cannabis background checks
• 1+ year retail inventory, stockroom, or warehouse experience (cannabis industry experience a plus)
• Proficiency with POS and inventory systems; comfort learning seed‑to‑sale software and retail tech
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with numbers; basic math skills for counts and reconciliations
• Solid organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable attendance and flexibility to work days, nights, weekends and occasional holidays
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, bend and reach as needed
• Commitment to following state cannabis compliance, safety, and security procedures
• Basic computer skills (Excel/Google Sheets, email, mobile device/tablet use)

Desired Skills

• Experience with METRC or another state seed‑to‑sale tracking system
• Prior experience in premium or specialty retail merchandising
• Familiarity with FIFO inventory management and expiration tracking best practices
• Exposure to cannabis product categories (flower, vapes, edibles, concentrates, topicals)
• Bilingual communication skills (Spanish or other languages spoken on Long Island)
• Enthusiasm for plant‑based wellness and delivering exceptional customer experiences

About Planet Nugg

Planet Nugg is Long Island’s fastest-growing, high-end cannabis dispensary, a 5,000-square-foot destination redefining how New Yorkers shop for cannabis. Opened in September 2024 at 2043 Wellwood Ave in Farmingdale, Planet Nugg offers more than 1,700 premium, lab-tested products, the largest selection in town. Founded by David Tubens, a former chiropractor and wellness entrepreneur, Planet Nugg blends futuristic design with exceptional customer care to create a truly elevated retail experience.

Benefits

• Product discounts

Planet Nugg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay

Salary $20 USD per hour