Retail Inventory Associate - Part Time

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$16.00/hr - $16.00/hr

Founded in San Francisco in 2011, The Apothecarium began as a patient‑focused medical dispensary and has grown into a trusted, award‑winning cannabis retail brand with locations across California, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and New Jersey.

We’re known for our modern, welcoming spaces, emphasis on education, and unmatched customer service. Whether you’re new to cannabis or a seasoned consumer, our highly trained cannabis associates are here to provide personalized, one‑on‑one consultations to help you find the products that best meet your needs.

We don’t just sell cannabis — we create experiences that promote wellness, build trust, and enrich lives. Come see why so many patients and customers choose The Apothecarium as their go‑to destination for cannabis.

The Retail Inventory Associate will focus on back‑of‑house store operations, including but not limited to: vault organization, shrink control, product receiving, transferring, and all preparation of inventory. Participate in inventory counts and reconciliation. Maintain ECOM pre‑order/web orders, etc. The Retail Inventory Associate reports to the Retail Operations Supervisor to drive successful order fulfillment, inventory controls, and back‑of‑house efficiencies. A successful Inventory Associate is a trustworthy professional with outstanding record‑keeping and analytical abilities.

The chosen candidate will demonstrate excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills, as well as the ability to interpret and analyze large amounts of data.

• Assist with the inventory team to receive incoming inventory and prepare it for placement on the menu
• Work closely with the Retail Operations Supervisor and Inventory Specialist to plan and execute inventory counts in the dispensary
• Examine the levels of products, systems vs. physical, to determine shortages, and find and report root causes for process improvement
• Assist with formal Systems vs. Physical Count Reports on inventory and provide them to Management monthly
• Monitor the inventory receiving process for accuracy, completion, proper documentation, and timeliness
• Participate (hands‑on) in EOM (End‑of‑Month) inventory and cycle counts to set work standards, reconcile, validate, and execute on count results
• Ensure that inventory control processes follow state CRC regulations
• This position will be involved in monthly inventory audits and counts that involve counting inventory after the store closes or before the store opens
• Other duties as assigned

• Experience with audits and month‑end reporting processes
• Strong inventory track record
• Understanding of Metrc and Sweed platforms is a plus
• Working knowledge of Excel, inventory management software and tools, and other software systems used for analytics
• Strong organizational skills
• Professional written and verbal communication skills across multiple levels and departments
• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
• Good interpersonal skills with a proven ability to positively influence people; capable of effectively interacting at all levels of the organization
• Detail‑oriented with an eye on process optimization
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, manage high‑stress situations, and be flexible and adaptable when needed
• Accurate, self‑starter, and troubleshooter, with emphasis on work product ownership and the ability to prioritize and complete tasks with competing deadlines
• Analytical and detail‑oriented; preferably with a proven record of working effectively with patients and a strong understanding of “real‑store‑time” efficiencies
• Must be flexible to safeguard operating dispensary hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Reserved holiday periods off such as 4/20, Green Wednesday, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, etc

• Stand constantly
• Walk frequently
• Reach and twist/turn with hands and arms
• Climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Frequently…