Product Specialist - Part Time - Secaucus

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Product Specialist

Location: 30 Wood Ave, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Pay Type: Non-Exempt, $19/hour plus tips

About Illicit Gardens Dispensary:

At Illicit Gardens Dispensary our vision is to be a force for good in all we do and to bring lasting positive change to our communities, our industry, and our world. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the uniqueness of each employee and supports their individual journey in finding their genius and pursuing their passion.

POSITION SUMMARY

To be successful as a Product Specialist, you should stay apprised of the latest developments in cannabis laws to maintain legal compliance. Ultimately, an outstanding Product Specialist should be able to demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills by ensuring that customers are well-informed and satisfied with their purchases. They will check customers into the dispensary and collect all necessary information to properly allow them to purchase products. In addition, they perform administrative duties and answer phone calls as needed.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting with daily inventory counts of cannabis products and ensuring that the sales floor is adequately stocked

• Fulfilling online orders

• Advising customers on suitable cannabis products based on their needs, preferences, budgets, and reactions to different strains /terpenes of cannabis

• Keeping up on new cannabis products on the market as well as the latest industry trends through Learn Brands and personal research

• Checking patients' identification documents and medical ID to verify their allotment is not over-extended

• Processing patients' payments using the dispensary's Point of Sale (POS) system

• Educating customers on the safe use of their selected cannabis products

• Ensuring that the dispensary and surrounding property is clean and well-organized at all times

• Greets all customers in a warm, sincere, and helpful manner

• Check in existing and new customers

• Listen and respond to customers’ needs and questions

• Ensure that the common/public areas, including restrooms and parking area, are clean and stocked with necessary supplies

• Provides administrative assistance as needed

• Scanning IDs and documenting customer eligibility for purchasing products

• Complete logs and reports

• Maintain a positive attitude that promotes teamwork

• Additional duties as required

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 21 years old

• Have the ability to maintain focus in an active environment

• Ability to regularly stand, sit, kneel, and lift up to 50 lbs. for extended periods

• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment

• Must have accurate and robust data-entry and record-keeping skills for all POS transactions

• Attendance is required for training sessions on security, customer relations, and other topics critical to employment

• Must have strong oral and written communication skills and attention to detail

• Must have a strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Must have a thorough understanding of state and local medical marijuana laws and how they apply to the operation

• Must have a thorough understanding of marijuana, its effects, and medical uses

• Experience in a sales or retail environment is preferred

• Proficiency in point of sale (POS) applications is preferred

• Cash handling experience preferred

• Must have superior customer service and time management skills

• Solid mathematical skills to stay within state regulations

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers/scanners.

Physical Demands:

This is an active role. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must have the ability to regularly stand, sit, kneel, and lift up to 50 lbs. for extended periods of time.

ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY

Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality is an essential function of this position.

Expected Hours of Work:

Hours and shifts vary, including weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed.

Questions? Contact our Recruitment Team:

Email: View email address on us.fitly.work