Regional Activation Manager

Responsibilities

• Local coordination and execution of all centrally and regionally led marketing programs in market, including but not limited to event sponsorships, concerts, in-store events, and wholesale programs, etc.
• Regularly partner with retail operations and local store teams to execute marketing programs and events on and offsite.
• Ensure that any centrally and regionally-led promotions and product/strain launches are fully executed at the store level including but not limited to displays, in-stock product, signage, employee swag, employee education.
• Responsible for ensuring regional budget is up to date and expenses recorded in a timely manner.
• Focus on execution of marketing initiatives at RISE.
• Regularly work and maintain excellent relationships with local store leadership teams.
• Support sales team with account trainings and trade events in partnership with Manager, Regional Marketing.
• Aid the Manager, Regional Marketing in the customization of digital and printed creative templates for various centrally and regionally led Initiatives to fit regional needs.
• Provide marketing initiative and event recaps to identify areas of opportunity, provide constructive feedback and make recommendations for improvement and growth.
• Establish strong relationships and communication channels with customers, external partners and cross-functional team members.
• Completing surveys for inside and outside accounts via online menus and in-person store visits.

Qualifications

• A high integrity leader who understands that working in the Cannabis industry comes with greater scrutiny and therefore requires a higher level of compliance with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of Green Thumb
• 2-3 years in Sales, brand marketing or field marketing at a retail organization, consumer products company, preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Background in sales, brand marketing, field marketing retail activation and project management preferred
• Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work both independently and among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness
• Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment
• Possesses a deep appreciation and insistence on flawless execution
• Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
• Strong communication skills – written and verbal
• Strong organization planning & project management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Additional Requirements

• Must pass all required background checks
• Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry
• Must possess valid driver’s license
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must be approved by IDFPR for a agent badge in Illinois