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Salary
Up to $175,000 a year
Job Type
Full-time
Temporary
Contract
Qualifications

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  • Bachelor's (Required)

  • Operations management: 8 years (Preferred)

  
  

Full Job Description

Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Bachelor's (Required)

Criminal background check (Required)

Management (Operations, P&L, Customer-Facing Strategies): 8-10 years (Preferred)

Cannabis Experience 2-5 Years (Preferred)

Company Overview

SMP Cannabis (“the Company”) is currently seeking a COO and/or Master Cultivator to become its second key leader, reporting to the CEO, of its management team located in St. Louis, MO; a brand-new medical market just launched in October 2020. SMP will operate cultivation and manufacturing licenses in MO and is planning further local and domestic expansion. This is your chance to be at the start and contribute to building something amazing in an exploding industry that everyone is trying to enter. It is an opportunity unlike any other in the cannabis industry.

Position Summary/Objective

The Chief Operations Officer (COO) and/or Master Cultivator will immediately partner and contribute to the design of new indoor construction of up to 30,000 sq ft of flowering canopy and a manufacturing facility. The COO will collaborate with SMP’s partners, architects, and general contractors to complete its buildout and immediately begin operations. This is an executive position, but more importantly, this is a get-your-hands-dirty position where no task is too small if it needs to get completed. We expect our leadership to have a positive, problem-solving attitude who focuses on driving the success of the operation at the direct benefit of the patients of Missouri, our employees, and our investors. Accordingly, we are seeking a passionate, driven, long-hour, detailed oriented and collaborative COO to provide strategic leadership, direction, and support to the SMP’s operations. Our principals and management are hard workers who have significant experience investing and managing businesses in cannabis, startups, construction, real estate, and regulated markets.

The COO will focus on developing and implementing goals and long-term strategies as well as guide the Company’s operational strategy, overseeing the day-to-day operations with a high bar and vision for excellence. The ideal candidate has the ability to adapt to our business model and has demonstrated leadership experience, as he or she will be given significant responsibility over the operations of our business and to deliver a best-in-class and innovative cannabis experience. Previous cannabis experience is preferred but not required; however, all candidates should have some familiarity and comfort with cannabis.

Responsibilities

· Collaborate, partner, and facilitate the design of a brand-new construction of up to 30,000 sq ft of flowering canopy and manufacturing facility, working alongside the CEO, partners, and general contractors

· Compose and implement robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in areas of cultivation, manufacturing, operations, security, compliance, and HR.

· Interview, hire, and build a team of 50-70 hires to set the trajectory of the success of the Company

· Develop and execute the operations strategy in areas of cultivation, manufacturing and, resulting in a best-in-class products and services, while establishing current and long-range objectives, plans, policies, goals, with executives, staff, and Board members

· Develop and cascade SMP’s organization strategy, mission, and vision throughout Company and to all staff; implement appropriate processes and practices to align personnel with Company goals

· Drive performance measures for the operation across the Company; regularly communicate Company strategy and changes while overseeing the proper execution of established operation procedures

· Oversee the operations of grower and processor and related business services, and advise operational teams on development of strategies, supplier and sourcing relationships, logistics, and other function areas, on all mutual issues and in prioritization of needs

· Collaborate with compliance leader on quality and service standards, quality assurance processes, and compliance on all policies, standards, and values

· Implement strategies for optimal productivity in enterprise operations through operational excellence, process improvement, and consistent resolution of challenges, with attention to quality, staffing, inventory management, and financial control

· Establish process for labor optimization in operations while effectively managing overall variance to payroll budget

· Oversee all aspects of operations with an excellence in quality and customer-first mentality and an intense focus on Company culture and ethics, products, customer service, growth, and brand standards

· Continually assess with technology leader the tech roadmap and implementation and adjust based on customer and business needs

· Manage financial and business planning activities including oversight adherence to business policies, financial budgeting and reporting policies

· Assess business trends and actively support team to drive growth and business initiatives

· Impact key performance metrics through effective leadership, and provide guidance to achieve goals and profitability targets

· Accountable for controllable cost versus plan and the identification of continuous improvement opportunities

· Build credibility and foster confidence with Board through effective communication of status of key initiatives and health of the Company

· Prospect future M&A targets and performing robust due diligence during periods of acquisition

· Be integral to the license application process in markets where new opportunities arise

· Lead initiatives, strategies, and other specific projects assigned by the CEO

Qualifications

Education:

· Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required. MBA strongly preferred.

Work Experience:

· 10+ years of consumer products and/or health and wellness, retail, with operational experience

· 10+ years of management experience which must include operations, profit and loss, and customer-facing strategies in a fast-paced, complex, and/or regulated environment

· 2-5 years working in cannabis cultivation, operations, and logistics

· Considerable exposure to retail cultures focused on well-developed standard operating procedures and management and employee training programs

· Ability to understand competitive landscape and trends and execute strategies accordingly

· Experience and proven track record in meeting/exceeding financial and operational goals in a competitive, dynamic environment

· Work history that demonstrates stability, progressive responsibility, and willingness to accept new duties

Capabilities and Skills:

· Exceptional leadership, team building, communication, and interpersonal skills

· High level of integrity and a strong work ethic

· Outstanding track record of accomplishing business objectives

· Proficiency in computer usage including MS Office applications, email, scheduling software, online conferencing, and more

· Ability to develop, analyze, and interpret key performance metrics, and read, analyze, and interpret financial reports relating to operational and performance metrics

· Strong problem-solving skills including anticipatory thinking and the ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a calm composure

· Demonstrated ability to work comfortably and effectively within a diverse, multicultural, multigenerational environment

Other Requirements:

· Extended time sitting, walking, bending, and reaching is possible

· Must pass stringent background test requirements of Missouri

Compensation:

· Approximately $125,000-150,000 annual salary, annual performance bonus, and equity eligible

· This position is classified as Exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay.

SMP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the recruitment, selection, or advancement of employees on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, creed, age, religion, marital status, disability, political affiliation, or on any other basis prohibited by law.

Employment opportunities shall be provided for applicants with disabilities and reasonable accommodation(s) shall be made to meet the physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: Up to $175,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:Interviews will be conducted by phone, video conference, and/or in-person with COVID-19 safety cautions in place.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Operations management: 8 years (Preferred)

Contract Renewal:

• Possible

Full Time Opportunity:

• Yes

This Company Describes Its Culture as:

• Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused
• Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture
• Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• Temporarily due to COVID-19

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

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