Visual Merchandising Specialist, Brand Execution

| Chicago, IL, USA | Hybrid
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The Role 

Green Thumb is looking for a talented, creative, and ready-to-act Visual Merchandising Specialist to support our growing cannabis product line nationally through exceptional brand execution. The Visual Merchandising Specialist will ensure that our brand vision and a consistent brand experience is brought to life across select dispensary locations and during special events designed to bring GTI brands to life with impactful visual merchandising. As a Visual Merchandising Specialist with Green Thumb, you will partner with brand marketing teams to execute our visual merchandise initiatives in our partner dispensaries and execute merchandise displays for events. The Visual Merchandising Specialist will ensure that external partner leadership is set up for and maintains design concepts, visual display standards, and proper maintenance of merchandising efforts. As we continue to rapidly expand, we are looking for candidates with drive, hustle, and an ability to work independently in this newly created role.  

Responsibilities 

  • Partners with Brand team, Retail Marketing and Store Designer to understand and execute retail merchandising standards and product placement that is reflective of trend, reinforces brand messaging, and inspires the customer to engage with GTI brands  
  • Executes GTI brand displays in RISE retail and select retail partners, and at special events based on the team priorities calendar 
  • Works closely with dispensary leadership, event coordinators, the internal Brand Team, and Retail Marketing to make sure all displays and merchandising are having a positive effect on revenue and connects customers with GTI brands 
  • Responsible for the coordination of inventory, and distribution of display collateral, visual merchandising props and auxiliary retail display units 
  • Has a strong understanding of trend and style that is reflective of the brand 
  • Ensures the execution of all retail display presentation inclusive of merchandising and display execution  
  • Works with the 3rd party store teams to assess and execute retail displays that reflect our GTI brands  
  • Provides insight to store design team in relationship to merchandising, display and fixture needs 

Qualifications  

  • Minimum one year of Retail Visual Merchandising experience rqeuired; Three years of Retail Visual Merchandising experience preferred
  • Exceptional ability to build relationships and influence strategic partners 
  • Demonstrated experience in field visual merchandising; window displays, signage, interior displays and space utilization
  • Strong Microsoft Suite experience required including word, powerpoint, and excel; Adobe Creative Suite experience a plus
  • Creative and innovative in their approach and ability to execute with a strong eye for detail
  • Highly motivated, self-directed, and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness
  • Adapts and thrives in a demanding, fast-paced, retail environment 

Working Conditions 

  • Ability to lift and move up to 25 lbs 
  • Ability to work early mornings, nights and weekends as required.   
  • 80% Travel Required 

Additional Requirements 

  • Must pass any and all required background checks  
  • Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry  
  • Must possess valid driver’s license 
  • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age 
  • Must be approved by state badging agency to work in cannabis industry 

Our Mission: To promote well-being through the power of cannabis. 

  • We’re humble—We prefer quiet confidence and don’t shout about our success. 
  • We’re hardworking—We put our heads down and get the job done. 
  • We’re grateful—Working in our industry is a privilege and an act of service. 
  • We’re transparent—Honest and open communication keeps us healthy as an organization. 
  • We’re collaborative—And believe good ideas can come from anywhere. 
  • We have a growth mindset—One that’s grounded in well-being. 

At GTI we believe that our corporate community should be a reflection of the communities we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity across race, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, experience, and thought—not only because it is right, but because it makes us better. Our mission—the right to wellness—informs our commitment to champion economic opportunities in communities disproportionately affected by the war on drugs through employment and community involvement. GTI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. 

We can't wait to meet you. 

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Location

Green Thumb is located in River North, a short walk from the Chicago Brown Line, near the Ohio expressway entrance, and close to many major bus routes. Or Green Thumb may be a living room or home office! HQ remains open, giving our teammates options to choose what suits each individual & team best.

An Insider's view of Green Thumb

What projects are you most excited about?

I enjoy supporting initiatives that help people impacted by the War on Drugs, like our Good Green movement. I'm excited about what we’re doing to support expungement, cancer, employment, & education organizations nationwide. Giving back is core to Green Thumb’s DNA, and it’s truly a company value that runs through all of us.

Jai

Director, Social Impact

How has your career grown since starting at the company?

Since my first day at Green Thumb, the leadership team quickly empowered me to help drive the business. My scope has rapidly increased, & I now manage a large team that significantly influences the company’s strategy & operations. I’ve been able to sharpen my leadership skills while learning about the cannabis category, learning lessons every day!

Rich

Head of Merchandising

What is your vision for the company?

We believe in the positivity of cannabis and the viability of this industry in the U.S. Our mission is to promote well-being through the power of cannabis while giving back to the communities we serve. Americans are choosing cannabis and it’s an exciting dynamic to be part of a leading company in a brand-new industry, forging new ground.

Ben

Founder and CEO

What kinds of technical challenges do you and your team face?

We operate across multiple states nationwide, so the biggest technical challenge can be the lack of clarity on what can and cannot be done. Each state requires different technological, both hardware and software, needs. This requires complete flexibility and communication between all parties involved.

Jalen

IT Analyst

What are Green Thumb Perks + Benefits

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Highly diverse management team
Mandated unconscious bias training
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance + Wellness
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
Company equity
Performance bonus
Child Care & Parental Leave
Generous parental leave
Vacation + Time Off
Unlimited vacation policy
Generous PTO
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
GTI offers pre-tax commuter benefits for all employees to be used on transit and ride sharing apps!
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
GTI has a 420 Happy Hour which occurs on a monthly basis hosted by rotating team members who create a theme-based event.
Professional Development
Lunch and learns
Promote from within

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