The COO reports directly to the Companys CEO and is responsible for designing and implementing diverse business strategies, plans, and procedures. The COO will establish and update all operational policies and procedures to ensure the Company is efficient and effective in achieving all business goals, company vision, and company culture. The COO acts as a liaison between the management team and the CEO. Were looking for an experienced and efficient leader who has cannabis industry experience managing diverse business operations including cultivation, production, brand management, and retail. Were looking for someone with excellent people skills, who values the importance of creating a culture where employees excel and feel valued.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Interact seamlessly with the CEO and Founder to understand strategic priorities and creatively identify and execute plans to lead the company
Provide day-to-day leadership, oversight, management, and vision to our entire organization.
Responsible for driving our company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow, and business goals and objectives.
Provide day-to-day leadership, oversight and management to all departments: Cultivation, Production, Processing, Branding, Finance, Community Outreach, Sustainability Practices
Analyze and create systems and business operations
Design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures
Establish policies that promote company culture and vision
Develop and implement department budgets
Allocate the resources Department Heads need, such as funds, labor and equipment, to ensure they meet their goals
Conduct regular meetings with Department Heads to remain up to date on the status of each area of the company
Remain up to date on cannabis legislation
Build a solid network in the cannabis industry through attending networking events and educational events.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIRED SKILLS
Masters of Business Administration (MBA)
Project Management (PMP) Certification a plus
10+ years of experience in the cannabis, pharmaceutical, or nutraceuticals industry and proven experience as a successful Chief Operating Officer or relevant role
Experience overseeing daily operations of a cannabis cultivation facility
Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
Experience creating/refining processes for a high-growth company
Proven track record of strategic planning, business development and driving revenue ·
Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills
Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
Highly effective third-party vendor management
Inventory management, manufacturing, and logistics experience is a plus
Passion for creating and maintaining sustainable, waste-free systems
Able to pass a background and credit check
Excitement about joining a startup culture with the opportunity to shape the direction of an emerging industry
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
The ideal candidate will be an upbeat, charismatic executive with very strong communications and interpersonal skills, and be comfortable working as part of a team in a non-political organization structure. This executive will be a good high-level strategic thinker but will be energized by the practical activities required to make things happen. The successful Chief Operating Officer will be able to manage multiple tasks: handling urgent matters without ever losing sight of mid-and long-term planning, and will take an entrepreneurial approach to the business, bringing a creative spark and fresh thinking to how the Company can grow and expand.
Join the GSR Team and become part of something truly exciting. We pride ourselves in our compliance, industry innovations, sustainability practices, community engagement, professionalism, commitment to quality, and a positive collaborative atmosphere.
Garden State Releaf, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability or genetics.
Experience:
Cannabis: 8 years (Required)
Education:
Master's (Required)
Benefits offered:
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Others
