Cannabis jobs at Swisher International

For 160 years, Swisher dominated the US cigar and tobacco industry, with iconic brands such as Swisher Sweets, Drew Estate, and emerging brands such as Hempire and Rogue. Looking to the future, Swisher established an innovation arm to build a portfolio of iconic brands outside of tobacco. We are looking for a talented, hungry, motivated Project Lead to support this mission.

The team has a broad foundation in innovation and the start-up world with success rooted in wine, cannabis, beer, and technology. Energized by an insatiable appetite for success, a bias for data, a test-and-learn methodology, and a strong focus on innovation, the team will lead Swisher into owning a portfolio of leading lifestyle brands for adult consumers.

If you…

...are curious, pragmatic, data-oriented, and slightly contrarian

…picture yourself as a trendsetter, take pride in the impact you can have in the world

…have a strong sense of humor and don’t take yourself seriously

…dislike the status quo

Then we may have a role for you to play in this big movement of ours!

Overview
The Project Lead is responsible for developing, managing, and owning an incubation or acquisition project to bring a new set of innovative products to market. The Project Lead will serve as the primary contact with the c-suite of a newly acquired company or the primary stakeholder when developing a new product, internally. In addition, the Project Lead will support investment search and due diligence efforts.

Responsibilities

• Create a robust pipeline of investment opportunities within a selected investment category
• Ensure every detail of the deal pipeline is documented in our CRM
• Screen inbound leads and pitch decks, submit selected opportunities for review to senior team members
• Ideate and pitch innovative concepts grounded in data, with solid economic fundamentals, prepare product development and business plans
• Prepare clear and disciplined decks for the investment committee
• Drive the due diligence process: own the checklist, and manage the data room
• Complete ownership of the P&L for one or more investments
• Create, manage, and own a roadmap for a new acquisition, ensuring growth, financial, and operational milestones are achieved
• Serve as the communication channel between acquirees and internal executives
• Determine staffing and resource gaps within a recent acquisition, build a business case to obtain resources, and assist with sourcing
• Facilitate obtaining internal resources from various Swisher departments to support acquirees in achieving success
• Manage every facet of a product development or incubation strategy including running structured RFP processes, developing supply chain partners, and determining a go-to-market strategy
• Report and communicate often and clearly the status of owned projects to internal stakeholders. Clearly describe challenges or obstacles and the plan to overcome them
• Be an active voice for managed projects at internal and external check-in meetings and board meetings
• Work with internal stakeholders to develop an integration plan for the acquisition

Requirements

• Undergraduate (required) or postgraduate degree (preferred) with coursework in finance, entrepreneurship, or a related field
• 2 -5 years of experience in a start-up, start-up environment, or consulting firm
• Excellent project management skills with a demonstrated history of owning and leading large, complex projects
• Ability and desire to become an expert in a new industry
• Embraces “A Message to Garcia” approach to execution
• Ability to clearly communicate complex problems or strategies in a simple way
• Ability to communicate data visually without the use of jargon
• Experience owning a P&L for a multi-million dollar project
• Extensive experience setting budgets, conducting unit economic analysis and profit/cost drivers
• Intimate familiarity with Microsoft Excel and a love of quantitative analysis
• Experience writing communications for an executive audience
• A well-worn copy of the “Lean Startup” on your desk
• Understanding of what it means to be accountable, owning one’s mistakes, and honest communication

In addition to the key attributes listed above, we are looking for a funny, success-loving individual who…

• Doesn't crack under pressure (i.e. laughs, doesn't cry) when programming a theoretical robo-unicorn that is humankind's only hope of survival with 1 minute left on the world’s clock
• Excited by new industries, products, and insane goals
• Fun to work with and be around!

Location: Jacksonville, FL - but most of us live at the beach. Check out Jax Beach, Atlantic Beach, and Ponte Vedra. Nothing like a swim in the ocean (or surfing the waves!) after a good day at work!
Travel: Moderate (20%)

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and work on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds

SWISHER is an Equal Employment Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority/Male/Female/Pro Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/ Veteran Employer
Swisher is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process or would like more details about accessibility should contact: [email protected].

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For 160 years, Swisher dominated the US cigar and tobacco industry, with iconic brands such as Swisher Sweets, Drew Estate, and emerging brands such as Hempire and Rogue. Looking to the future, Swisher established an innovation arm to build a portfolio of iconic brands outside of tobacco. We are looking for a talented, hungry, motivated Coordinator to support this mission.

The team has a broad foundation in innovation and the start-up world with success rooted in wine, cannabis, beer, and technology. Energized by an insatiable appetite for success, a bias for data, a test-and-learn methodology, and a strong focus on innovation, the team will lead Swisher into owning a number of leading lifestyle brands for adult consumers.

If you…
…are curious, pragmatic, data-oriented, and slightly contrarian

…picture yourself as a trendsetter, take pride in the impact you can have in the world

…have a strong sense of humor and don’t take yourself seriously

…dislike the status quo

Then we may have a role for you to play in this big movement of ours!

Overview
The Coordinator, Corporate Innovation is responsible for coordinating relationships, projects, events, and communication (both internally and externally) of the many, cutting-edge initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate cross functional project teams and department team meetings
• Build and maintain trusting, collaborative relationships, and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Field cold calls/incoming communication, be a gatekeeper to senior team members
• Coordinate team travel, set up our participation and collaboration in external events
• Support and manage internal events like pitch competitions, lunch & learns
• Outreach to partners, vendors - one day we might ask you to set up a call with Elon
• Create, manage, and own department documentation and wiki
• Own our CRM and ensure no information slips through the cracks
• Manage public communication, develop relationships with media outlets, journalists and influencers
• Draft awesome website and social media posts, collaborate with our corporate communications and legal teams to ensure alignment
• Support internal and external communication with stakeholders on various levels
• Proactively and ad-hoc solve problems
• Handle confidential information
• Protect team's resources (time and funds)
• Maintain a show-and-tell area in our office with innovative products and prototypes in development
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2 - 5 years of experience supporting executives in a fast-moving environment
• Operate with “A Message to Garcia” mindset
• Excellent internal written and verbal communication that clearly conveys the point
• Ability to craft lit, high-quality messages via the various social media channels and department website
• Fearless when speaking to external stakeholders such as media outlets and start-up CEOs
• Strong understanding of when to say ‘no’ and be a polite but firm gate keeper to the team
• Master scheduler who can coordinate miracles when necessary
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to predict obstacles
• Ability to capture nuance and detail when managing customer information
• Diligent in the management of confidential information
• Comfortable jumping in to assist with project management when necessary
• Independent, quick learner, and self-starter, with a willingness to jump in and drive results
• Ability to shift focus, multitask, and prioritize in a rapidly changing environment

In addition to the key attributes listed above, we are looking for a funny, success-loving individual who…

• Doesn't crack under pressure (i.e. laughs, doesn't cry) when programming a theoretical robo-unicorn that is humankind's only hope of survival with 1 minute left on the world’s clock
• Excited by new industries, products, and insane goals
• Fun to work with and be around!

Location: Jacksonville, FL - but most of us live at the beach. Check out Jax Beach, Atlantic Beach, and Ponte Vedra. Nothing like a swim in the ocean (or surfing the waves!) after a good day at work!
Travel: Limited

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work sit and work at a computer for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds

SWISHER is an Equal Employment Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority/Male/Female/Pro Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/ Veteran Employer
Swisher is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process or would like more details about accessibility should contact: [email protected].

Apply for this job with Swisher International

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By clicking the "Apply now" button, you'll be leaving Fazow and going to an external job application page for this company. Please research all companies before applying. When applying for jobs, you should NOT have to pay to apply. Fazow accepts no liability or responsibility as a consequence of any reliance upon information on external sites or in jobs listed on fazow.com.