Inventory Specialist Cannabis Retail

WHERE PASSION MEETS PROFESSION

We are seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Specialist to join our team in Flint, MI. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate accounting of all cannabis products received, stocked, sold, and audited within the retail location. The Inventory Specialist plays a critical role in compliance, product quality, and seamless communication between receiving, sales, and operations.

Starting Pay: $15–$16/hour | Full-Time | Reports to: Inventory Manager

Key Responsibilities

Daily Operations

• Review and clear administrative holds; notify appropriate channels.

• Receive and verify incoming orders against manifests and invoices.

• Accurately enter and reconcile inventory using Dutchie.

• Conduct price matching and maintain up-to-date product pricing.

• Monitor low-stock and out-of-stock items; update systems promptly.

• Delegate operational tasks (flower filling, labeling, organizing) to Merchandisers.

• Print and apply labels for packaged and deli-style flower.

• Organize, audit, and replenish both sales floor and back stock.

• Perform twice-daily menu audits to determine replenishment needs from processors.

• Waste out expired or unsellable product per compliance guidelines.

• Maintain quality control across all product categories.

Compliance & Auditing

• Conduct daily audits and physical counts to ensure accuracy.

• Verify METRC records to prevent negative quantities or discrepancies.

• Troubleshoot issues with weight, labeling, or equivalency tracking.

• Ensure accurate records of flower equivalencies, concentrates, and infused products.

• Flag and reconcile discrepancies with manifests or invoices.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience with Dutchie and METRC is highly preferred and will be considered over entry-level candidates.

• 1–2 years of cannabis retail or budtending experience preferred.

• Proficient in Google Suite and Excel.

• Strong understanding of cannabis product categories and lab results.

• Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.

• Ability to work with urgency in a fast-paced environment.

• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Tech-savvy and comfortable with inventory software.

Physical & Environmental Conditions

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods (approx. 4 hours each).

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

• Frequent bending, reaching, and climbing ladders.

• Exposure to loud music, fluorescent lights, cleaning chemicals (alcohol, Goo Gone), and cold storage environments (dress in layers).

• Fast-paced setting with frequent interruptions.

• Handling of raw cannabis products required.

Work Schedule

• Full-Time: 35–40 hours/week.

• Availability required for mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Performance & Success Metrics

• Accuracy of inventory counts and audits.

• Compliance with CRA and METRC regulations (no negatives, missing items, or incorrect equivalencies).

• Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving.

• Consistent labeling, weight accuracy, and menu integrity.

• Collaboration with Inventory Manager and Merchandisers.

Growth & Development

• Ongoing CRA compliance training.

• Continued METRC training and cannabis product knowledge development.

• Opportunities for advancement into Inventory Manager or other leadership roles based on performance.