Analyst, Planning Projects

Recently named one of Entrepreneur magazine’s Top 100 Cannabis Leaders, Cresco Labs is one of the largest vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis operators in the United States. Cresco is built to become the most important company in the cannabis industry by combining the most strategic geographic footprint with one of the leading distribution platforms in North America. Employing a consumer-packaged goods (“CPG”) approach to cannabis, Cresco’s house of brands is designed to meet the needs of all consumer segments and includes some of the most recognized and trusted national brands including Cresco, Remedi and Mindy’s, a line of edibles created by James Beard Award-winning chef Mindy Segal. Sunnyside*, Cresco’s national dispensary brand is a wellness-focused retailer designed to build trust, education and convenience for both existing and new cannabis consumers. Recognizing that the cannabis industry is poised to become one of the leading job creators in the country, Cresco has launched the industry’s first national comprehensive Social Equity and Educational Development (SEED) initiative designed to ensure that all members of society have the skills, knowledge and opportunity to work in and own businesses in the cannabis industry. 

At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

JOB SUMMARY

 Cresco Labs is searching for a Project Analyst within our Planning organization. Within this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and supporting master data within internal data platforms. In addition to Item Master Maintenance, this role will act as an Analyst for Special Projects.  The person in this position can expect to work across both corporate and regional teams, providing the opportunity to becoming knowledgeable in several functions of the business. A successful applicant must possess high attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment. This position reports directly to the Manager, Planning Projects in the Planning/S&OP Organization. This role will mostly be remote with some office meeting time and have the opportunity for occasional nationwide travel to our network

CORE JOB DUTIES 

Item Master Maintenance:

• Maintain Finished Goods item master to improve data completeness and integrity.
• Responsible for engagement with Innovation/Operations to obtain master data information.
• Act as a subject matter expert for Item Master associations across internal data platforms.
• Investigate and resolve any data discrepancies in a timely manner.

Special Projects:

• Assist in driving the execution of large projects, with the ability to work both self-sufficiently and in teams.
• Gather and analyze data to understand Business patterns and trends to help Stakeholders
• Work with the Business, Data, and Development teams to identify data mapping across various data platforms to map fields and attributes from one system to another.
• Assist in designing reoccurring reports specific to various levels of stakeholders.
• Provide additional support on Adhoc project across the organization.

Long term master data strategy:

• Assist in the creation of a Master Data strategy.
• Act as a resource to help roll out Master Data changes across facilities/internal systems.
• Work as a liaison to communicate any Finished Good master data updates/changes across internal teams.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS  

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Supply Chain, Finance, IT or related field preferred
• 0 - 2 years of prior experience within a manufacturing environment, including production planning and scheduling, replenishment planning, demand planning or materials management preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet critical deadlines
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills, Power Point, Word and Outlook
• Tableau, SQL, complex data transformation into insights preferred
• Comfortable in a fast paced environment and  willingness to learn from mistakes and take Cresco to the next level

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D.  We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off.  Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry 

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.