Retail Area Manager S. Neil St. C, Champaign, IL

Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement‑free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey.

Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs’ mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEEDTM initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all to have the knowledge and resources to work in and own businesses in cannabis.

At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.

If you’re interested in joining our mission, click the links to join our team today!

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.

The Area Manager oversees a smaller portfolio of Sunnyside® dispensaries within [State] and reports directly to the Regional Director. This role ensures each assigned store operates efficiently, profitably, and in full alignment with Sunnyside’s brand standards and values. While the Area Manager role mirrors the core responsibilities of a District Manager, it is designed for a more focused group of dispensaries — enabling a hands‑on leadership presence, deeper partnership with Store Managers, and stronger community and team engagement.

The Area Manager will drive revenue, compliance, and employee development across their area, fostering a culture rooted in accountability, empowerment, and growth.

• You are an engaging, collaborative leader who motivates others and builds strong, trust‑based relationships.
• You thrive in dynamic environments, balancing operational excellence with people leadership.
• You have a passion for coaching and developing Store Managers to achieve both business results and personal growth.
• You hold yourself and others accountable to the highest standards of integrity, compliance, and customer experience.

• Build and sustain a high‑performing management team through strong selection, onboarding, and coaching practices.
• Conduct regular store visits to observe operations, identify gaps, and provide hands‑on feedback and development to Store Managers and Assistant Managers.
• Develop, coach, and inspire teams to achieve sales, operational, and compliance goals through ongoing feedback and performance discussions.
• Foster a culture of curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Oversee daily retail operations for assigned dispensaries, ensuring adherence to company standards and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and analyze store KPIs to identify opportunities in sales, payroll management, and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Store Managers to execute promotions, initiatives, and visual standards that elevate the Sunnyside® customer experience.
• Partner with Compliance, HR, Security, and other internal teams to ensure smooth, compliant operations.
• Own P&L performance for assigned dispensaries, including sales growth, expense control, payroll management, and profitability.
• Review and interpret financial data to create action plans that address…