Retail Assistant General Manager

storycannabis

Phoenix, AZ - Midtown · Phoenix

Posted Aug 14, 2026

Full-time
Retail

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Job description

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 Assistant General Manager reports directly to the General Manager and is responsible for developing a high-performing team that consistently delivers top-line sales growth. This person will lead and support the staff with customer service, sales training, product knowledge, leadership development, inventory controls, and compliance.

Responsibilities:

Working with the General Manager to plan and implement sales strategies to drive positive sales growth within the dispensary.
Maintaining strong inventory controls and making sure that the store is upholding compliance standards.
Coaching, training, and developing staff, making sure they are aligned with the company's goals and vision.
Partnering with the General Manager to help create, monitor, and track the store's KPIs, and leveraging data to help drive decisions around labor costs, sales strategies, and training opportunities.
Helping to hire, train and onboard new staff within the dispensary.
Assisting with the store's day-to-day operations and partnering with other internal teams, such as marketing, retail operations, and supply chain.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Minimum High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalent required, Associate Degree preferred.
2+ years of management experience in a high-volume retail environment with previous cannabis experience preferred.
Experience with point of sales systems and backend compliance tools, such as Dutchie and Metrc.
Strong leadership qualities and the ability to recruit and train staff.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Analytical with the ability to set and track store KPIs.
Open availability with no scheduling conflicts.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to occasionally lift 50+ pounds.
Must be able to either sit or stand for long periods of time.

Our Benefits:

Paid time off (PTO) including 8 paid holidays per year*
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
401k retirement savings plan*
Company paid Short-Term & Long-Term disability*
Company paid Life Insurance*
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee referral program
Commuter benefits*
Product discounts
Additional compensation incentives (tips, bonuses, etc.)

*For full-time positions only

We want our story to be one that fosters an inclusive culture and provides an enriching employee experience. As an equal-opportunity employer, we embrace individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all individuals, including those who may have encountered legal issues related to previous marijuana laws. We understand that these laws have disproportionately impacted certain communities and individuals. We are committed to considering all candidates based on their qualifications, skills, and potential to contribute to our team, rather than focusing solely on past legal encounters. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those with past involvement with the legal system, to apply for positions within our organization.