Visual Merchandiser

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 Visual Merchandiser will assist the Director of Visual Merchandising in ensuring execution of Visual Strategy, managing the communication and auditing of floor plans and displays, in store product merchandising and signage and coordinates and supports Visual Needs for New Store Openings.

CORE JOB DUTIES 

• Creates planograms and visual guides to inform and set brand standards for all merchandising in store- both cannabis product, packaging, and non-cannabis products.
• Ensuring adherence to visual plans as the ambassador of visual standards with regular audits- a combination of in person and virtually
• New Store Opening Coordination- Assists with new, remodeled and rebranded stores, in partnership with Store Development and Operations – Furniture, Brand moments, Signage, Seasonal Décor, fixture placement and merchandising direction
• Trains store staff in visual merchandising
• Creates displays that are creative, on-trend, and appealing
• Facilitate cross-functional relationships to influence business decisions with thoughtful feedback to all key partner

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS  

• 2-5 years experience creating visual merchandising communication in a retail environment
• Ability to self-manage, adapt to change, re-prioritize and adjust deadlines
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and projects with the ability to be a creative problem solver
• Experience with design software preferred
• Strict adherence to differing cannabis industry guidelines across multiple states

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.