Cannabis Sales Account Manager (Grow/Dispensary Sales Experience Required)

Please do not apply if you do not have any Cannabis Sales experience selling legal cannabis products in a Grow/Cultivation or Dispensary.

Base Salary $40K, OTE: $80K+, no cap

1099, all commission is available at high commission rates, no cap.

FL Consulting Group LLC is the Staffing Manager of Flora Craft Brands (www.floraarbor.com), an IL-licensed craft cannabis grower and infuser. Flora is a commercial cannabis cultivator and processor that blends process and technology together for a superior product. With over 100+ years of combined experience in the cannabis industry, our team prides itself on creating exceptional offerings and developing personal relationships with Dispensaries around the state of Illinois.

We are currently looking for multiple team members who represent our Core Values: Quality, Relationships, Education and Reliability. We are a small team and we must have a team-oriented culture with personal accountability and responsibility. You will be expected to work closely with our Manufacturing Teams (Grow and Infusion) to coordinate efforts to make sure product quality is premium and the customer experience is exceptional.

We are looking for team members with experience with the cannabis industry and we are constantly investing time and training in our employees. We are looking for high energy people with strong work ethic, steller communication skills, and the ability to work as a team and hold themselves accountable.

Position Summary:

The Account Manager will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with dispensaries in the State of Illinois and managing Flora’s brand and product distribution to licensed dispensaries. The position will also require visiting locations where Flora’s products are sold and training dispensary staff on products and use. The Account Manager will also be responsible for helping to determine the best product mix for dispensary needs. Will be a main point of contact for dispensaries.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop and maintain business relationships with existing and prospective customers by providing information on product use and benefits, recommending products based on customer needs, and offering ongoing support
• Train dispensary staff on Flora’s brands and products to ensure proper consumption and dosing
• Work with dispensaries to improve product exposure and shelf positioning
• Distribute promotional literature to customers
• Maintain records of sales or other business transactions; prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly sales reports
• Accurately communicate with Inventory Control to ensure correct products are ordered and distributed to dispensaries; verify and manage orders
• Comply with all State of Illinois marketing regulations
• Maintain professional knowledge on all Flora’s brands and products
• Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a valid drivers’ license and clean driving record
• Must be able to pass all background check and licensing requirements as set forth by the IL Department of Agriculture (IDOA)
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, or related field. Commensurate experience will be considered
• Minimum 2 (two) years’ experience in an outside sales role
• Pharmaceutical Sales Experience, helpful
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without an accommodation
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

This section outlines the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for the Account Manager to be successful in their role. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list.

• Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
• Knowledge of State of Illinois Marijuana Program rules and regulations
• Strong organization skills
• Strong analysis, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to establish long and short-term goals and sales plans
• Ability to be a self-starter and see projects through to completion
• Ability to interact clearly and effectively, in both written and oral communication, with supervisor, clients, staff, vendors, etc.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Team Members must act in a manner reflective of the company culture of high moral standards, innovation and continuous evolution, trust in the TEAM, continuous improvement, and sustainable relationships. Successful operations will THRIVE based on good communication and Team Member collaboration.

Applicants must have good communication skills, interact professionally, and work effectively with others. All TEAM members should be receptive to feedback and coaching and are encouraged to voice concerns or constructively make suggestions.

Applicants must adhere to company rules, regulations, attendance/tardiness policies, and procedures of the company and the cultivation department, including, but not limited to Smoke-Free Campus, Lunch, and Cell Phone Access policies.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

• Please provide Wage Requirements. No responses will not be contacted.
• Please describe your legal cannabis Sales Experience in a dispensary or grow/manufacturer?

Experience:

• Cannabis Product Sales: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person