Cannabis Analyst Advocacy Policy Jobs

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Every Associate plays an important role in providing innovative solutions for today’s gardeners and growers and contributing new ideas to improve operations. In our company you need grit, it is what we were founded on over 150 years ago and is what keeps us growing. Regardless of your level in the organization there is a platform for your voice to be heard and the ability to influence change. Family, community and hard working values are weaved into all that we do. Come grow with us, where we develop and nurture the next generation of leaders.
We are looking for an Analyst, Advocacy & Policy who will join our team in Marysville, OH to work hybrid (in person and remote). We are open to offer a fully remote in certain locations (NY)
The Advocacy & Policy Analyst position is designed to support the external affairs team with analysis, research, planning and coordination for our policy based campaigns. The position will use external and internal data to assist the external affairs team in evaluating the business impacts from local, state and federal policy proposals. The candidate will help the team develop policy recommendations, responses, and build advocacy plans to leverage resources for mobilization of internal and external stakeholders to support the adoption of those recommendations.
What you’ll do in this role:

• Support the development of the government affairs program.
  
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments on key consumer lawn and garden, indoor agriculture, and cannabis related public policy issues at all levels of government.
  
• Research the impacts of public policy issues on SMGs business and help prepare reports, talking points, and other support materials as necessary.
  
• Assist with the development of external and internal communications to support the external affairs team’s mission.
  
• Attend hearings, briefings and other external meetings as necessary.
  
• Ongoing product analysis support - understand the why behind product impacts and how it connects with policy.
  
• Support creation and presentation of reports on trends, behaviors, product engagement, and performance to explain the policies
  
• Identify key levers in the business and support the goal-setting process for policy by uncovering trends.
  
• Establish rapport with other departments; build effective relationships, and share wins and successes.
  
• Assist with the management of internal and external stakeholder relationships.
  
• Support the grassroots mobilization and activation of internal and external stakeholders including digital advocacy, political action committee, and other advocacy tools.
  
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiencies, proactively question existing processes and procedures, and implement change to gain efficiencies.
  

What you’ll need to be successful:

• Technical Expertise - Demonstrates and maintains technical and professional skill and knowledge in position-related areas. Implement best practices to help provide policy solutions to business problems. Stays current with latest trends and developments.
  
• Self-Management - Monitors priorities, manages time, resources and balances competing demands to ensure work is completed. Demonstrates a positive outlook, and remains calm and in control in stressful situations.
  
• Problem Solving - Uses logic and analytical methods to identify solutions resulting in effective problem resolution. Asks effective questions to gather information and data to clarify the details of the problem. Analyzes data, understands patterns and translates into meaningful information. Explores options and utilizes available information to recommend workable solutions.
  
• Team Player - Collaborates constructively with external affairs teammates and other business units to support deliverables.
  

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field, and/or two to five years related experience.
  
• Experience in policy development, legislative research, grassroots, and government affairs work
  
• Ability to travel 25%- 50%
  
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
  
• Ability to motivate people.
  
• Organizing, planning, and problem solving skills.
  
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  
• Ability to work as a part of a team.
  
• Good statistical and numerical ability.
  
• Detailed oriented.
  

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

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• We know our talent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future. Career growth at our company is not always a ladder. It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure. Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.
  
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• Join a company with a strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work. We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team.
  

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