Our Story:

Story Cannabis was built by misfits on a mission — people bold enough to shift the cannabis narrative and create something better. Founded in 2021 by industry veterans, Story is a vertically integrated company headquartered in Phoenix, operating across Arizona, Maryland, Ohio, and Louisiana, and we’re just getting started.

Our vision is to bring hope, happiness, and healing to the world through cannabis, and we’re doing it one state, one store, and one customer at a time.

Leadership defines how we show up. Data drives how we grow. Gratitude keeps us grounded. Unity fuels our momentum. And growth, in every sense, inspires everything we do.

If you’re ready to challenge what’s expected and shape the future of cannabis, your next chapter starts with Story.

Overview:

The Retail District Manager will be responsible for the strategic management and performance of multiple dispensaries within a designated region. This person will be tasked with optimizing store operations, coaching and developing teams, and implementing retail strategies. The District Manager will play a pivotal role in elevating the customer experience while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and compliance within the evolving cannabis marketplace.

Responsibilities:

• Lead dispensary managers to generate profitable sales through proactive business forecasting, demand-driven scheduling, delivery of exceptional customer service, and successful execution of all programs and initiatives
• Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and regularly assess sales metrics, providing actionable insights to drive continuous sales improvements
• Ensures compliance with industry and legal regulations and best practices, and adherence to company processes and procedures. 
• Oversee resource allocation, staffing, and workforce planning in coordination with managers to meet production demands effectively
• Assist with new store openings within the region, including ordering and accepting supplies, meeting with on-site vendors, and communicating progress to leadership
• Promote a customer-centric culture across dispensaries, ensuring consistency and enhancing the overall customer experience

 Qualifications & Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Retail Management, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience required.

• 5+ years of experience in retail management overseeing multiple locations.
• Current or previous experience within the cannabis industry.
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• A deep knowledge of state-specific cannabis laws and regulatory compliance.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and a focus on process optimization.
• Experience with cannabis specific point of sale and compliance systems, preferably Dutchie and
• Ability to travel regionally on a regular basis to support the needs of a growing retail organization.

Physical Requirements:  

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.