Associate Project Manager

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

The Associate, Project Manager oversees end-to-end production and traffic operations within Cresco's in-house creative marketing team,HotBox. This role will execute deliverables requested by our brand, retail, wholesale and events teams. This role is responsible for defining project schedules, scope of projects, and managing them through completion. The scope of work will consist of a mix of B2B and Consumer channels that includes collateral, posters/signage, advertising, OOH, POP and merchandising displays, packaging, renderings, presentations and corporate requests.

CORE JOB DUTIES 

• Create project timelines depending on project size to clearly identify all steps leading up to major project milestones and final deadline(s)
• Create, update, and manage storage of all required project documents and files
• Identify and align all required resources and /or spearhead requests for additional resource needs
• Create and distribute Kick Off information documents
• Support creation of briefs and subsequent briefings
• Schedule internal meetings and take meeting notes
• Create and update Work Forecast documents
• Track project steps towards completion and hours spent by the creative team
• Monitor team progress and needs closely to keep the project on track and on schedule. Adjust project timelines / track deliverables / filter and translate feedback.
• Route creative deliverables for review and approval
• Manage print production timelines
• Escalate issues / concerns relating to the project to the leadership
• Support PM team’s greater goals with administrative tasks
• Ensure changing resource and project requirements are communicated to all members of the creative team
• Adhere to agency process and identify ways to improve processes
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REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS  

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 1+ years of project management experience in an advertising agency 
• Strong attention to detail, organization and time management skills
• MS Office experience and knowledge/ previous experience using Project Management software tools and techniques
• The ability to multitask well in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated track record of successfully planning and managing small and medium scale project implementations from start to finish
• Experience and a comfort level with direct client interactions and relationship building.

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.