
Shift Supervisor - Cannabis Retail
Job Description
THE ROLE
The Shift Supervisor is the person who keeps things running when it counts. As a floor leader, you're the one guests & team members turn to when they need a quick answer, a calm hand, or someone to just get things sorted. You'll own operational execution, guest experience, compliance oversight, & real-time problem-solving across every shift.
Day to day, that means leading the sales floor, supporting Retail Associates, keeping cash handling & inventory tight, and making sure the store stays safe, compliant, & welcoming - all at once. When store leadership is out, you're the Manager on Duty. No pressure. (Okay, a little pressure - but the good kind.)
This role works closely with the Retail Manager & Assistant Manager to hit store goals, keep operations consistent, & contribute to the kind of place people actually like coming in to. You'll also have alarm access, and may support operational investigations, inventory reconciliation, security procedures, & cannabis deliveries as needed.
CORE COMPETENCIES & SKILLS
You bring:
- Working knowledge of Michigan cannabis regulations, security requirements, inventory procedures & age verification
- Genuine interest in the cannabis industry & a drive to keep learning
- Leadership presence - you can coach & motivate in real time, not just in hindsight
- Problem-solving instincts suited for a fast-paced floor
- Comfort with POS systems & retail technology
- Solid cash handling & transactional accuracy
- A hospitality-first mindset - every guest interaction matters
- Clear verbal & written communication
- Sound judgment under pressure
- The ability to manage difficult situations with professionalism & calm
- Strong organizational skills & comfort multitasking
- Discretion with sensitive information
- Emotional intelligence & self-awareness
- High integrity & accountability - you do what you say you'll do
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience with Metrc or other seed-to-sale systems (preferred)
- Analytical & investigative thinking
- A continuous improvement mindset - always looking for a better way
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
LEADERSHIP & FLOOR MANAGEMENT
- Lead by example - set the tone for a positive, accountable, guest-focused shift every time
- Serve as Manager on Duty when store leadership is away
- Build shift assignments & break schedules that keep operations humming
- Provide real-time coaching, feedback & support to Retail Associates
- Escalate employee performance concerns to management as appropriate
- Support onboarding & training for new team members
- Help maintain accountability around attendance, punctuality & performance
- Keep an eye on transaction flow & guest wait times during peak hours
RETAIL OPERATIONS
- Execute opening & closing procedures as scheduled
- Keep the floor clean, organized & running efficiently
- Cover point-of-sale duties as needed to support guest flow
- Deliver advanced product knowledge to guests & team members
- Assist with line management during high-volume periods
- Ensure every guest interaction reflects Bud's hospitality standards
- Support daily sales & operational goals
INVENTORY & COMPLIANCE
- Perform opening & closing inventory procedures as needed
- Support inventory receiving & count procedures
- Assist with inventory investigations & reconciliation
- Ensure daily counts are completed accurately - escalate discrepancies promptly
- Maintain compliance with all state cannabis regulations, security procedures & company policies
- Run daily compliance & ID verification briefings with lobby staff
- Support compliance-focused training & operational consistency across the store
CASH HANDLING & SECURITY
- Ensure transaction accuracy: correct products, pricing, discounts & payment processing
- Provide cash drops & change to POS stations as needed
- Support cash discrepancy investigations & reconciliation
- Coordinate cash deposits through approved third-party courier services
- Support investigations involving operational incidents, security concerns, inventory discrepancies or cash handling issues
- Review surveillance footage & access control records as needed
- Maintain confidentiality, professionalism & neutrality throughout investigations
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain a safe, compliant & inclusive work environment
- Take on additional duties as assigned by retail leadership
- Contribute to operational initiatives & process improvement efforts
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Able to stand for extended periods
- Able to lift & move up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable in a fast-paced retail environment
- Able to bend, reach, crouch & move through the facility safely
- Available for flexible scheduling based on business needs
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position operates in a fast-paced cannabis retail environment with frequent interaction with guests, team members, cannabis products, cash handling procedures & security protocols. Strict adherence to all company policies & state cannabis regulations is required at all times.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bud's Goods & Provisions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace free from discrimination, harassment & retaliation.
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