Assistant General Manager

Dispensary Assistant General Manager – EMBR Somerville | Somerville, MA (21+)
Hiring Timeline: We anticipate filling this position in mid-August 2026 as we prepare for the next phase of our Somerville transition. We encourage interested candidates to apply early, as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
EMBR is seeking an experienced, motivated, and customer-focused Assistant General Manager (AGM) to help lead our Somerville dispensary through an exciting period of growth and transition. This role is more than a traditional Assistant Manager position—it is an opportunity to help establish EMBR's culture, operational standards, and guest experience as we bring the Somerville location into the EMBR family.
Working alongside the General Manager, the AGM serves as a key leader within the store, helping drive sales performance, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and team development. The AGM acts as the General Manager's strategic partner, leading day-to-day operations, coaching team members, and ensuring every guest receives an exceptional retail experience.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, highly regulated retail environment. They lead by example, embrace accountability, develop talent, and understand that creating an outstanding employee experience is the foundation of delivering exceptional guest service.
Compensation: $26.00–$28.00 per hour, depending on experience (DOE)
Schedule: Full-time, 40–50 hours per week. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required.
Cannabis industry experience is strongly preferred. Experience with Dutchie, METRC, and Weedmaps is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities

​​​​​​​Operational Leadership

• Partner with the General Manager to oversee all daily dispensary operations and ensure efficient, compliant, and profitable store performance.
• Assume full operational responsibility for the store in the General Manager's absence.
• Support the successful transition of the Somerville dispensary into the EMBR brand by implementing company standards, SOPs, and operational best practices.
• Ensure all company policies, security procedures, and operational standards are consistently followed.
• Identify operational challenges and implement solutions that improve efficiency and the guest experience.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe, and compliant retail environment at all times.

Sales & Business Performance

• Help drive sales performance through coaching, merchandising, promotional execution, and exceptional customer service.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), including sales, labor, average basket size, conversion, inventory variance, and customer satisfaction.
• Assist with cash management, daily reconciliations, deposits, and financial accountability.
• Partner with the General Manager to execute business initiatives that improve operational performance and profitability.

Compliance & Inventory Management

• Ensure compliance with all Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) regulations, company SOPs, and applicable state and local laws.
• Assist with inventory control, METRC compliance, cycle counts, audits, reconciliations, and inventory accuracy.
• Audit online menus to ensure accurate pricing, product availability, and product information.
• Partner with the inventory team to maintain accurate stock levels and efficient fulfillment processes.
• Ensure all compliance documentation and operational records are maintained accurately and on time.

Leadership & Team Development

• Support recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, and retention of exceptional team members.
• Coach, mentor, and develop Leads and Budtenders through regular feedback, accountability, and performance conversations.
• Assist with scheduling, attendance tracking, performance reviews, and workforce planning.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, recognition, and continuous improvement.
• Help identify and develop future leaders within the organization through coaching and succession planning.
• Address employee concerns professionally while partnering with the General Manager on performance management and corrective action when necessary.

Customer Experience

• Lead by example in delivering an exceptional, education-focused guest experience.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly, professionally, and with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Continuously coach the team on product knowledge, hospitality, and customer engagement.
• Champion EMBR's commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and memorable retail experience.

Brand Transition & Culture Leadership

• Help establish EMBR's culture, values, and leadership expectations throughout the Somerville team.
• Champion company SOPs, merchandising standards, operational consistency, and service philosophy.
• Partner closely with the General Manager, Regional Leadership, and corporate support teams to implement new initiatives successfully.
• Serve as a positive change leader by helping team members embrace new processes while maintaining high morale and engagement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the General Manager or Regional Leadership.

Qualifications
To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must successfully complete all required background screenings, including Massachusetts LiveScan requirements.
• Minimum of three (3) years of retail leadership experience required; cannabis retail management experience strongly preferred.
• High-volume retail management experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of cannabis products, retail operations, and Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission regulations.
• Experience with Dutchie POS, METRC, Weedmaps, or comparable retail systems preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for up to eight (8) hours per shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds safely.
• Frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching, and other physical movement.
• Ability to perform routine store maintenance, including stocking, cleaning, and organization.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Life Insurance (eligible after 90 days)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee product samples (where permitted by law and company policy)
• Employee discount
• Performance-based growth and development opportunities
• Career advancement within a growing multi-store cannabis organization

Why Join EMBR?
At EMBR, we're building more than dispensaries—we're creating exceptional retail experiences driven by great people, strong leadership, and a culture of continuous improvement. As Assistant General Manager, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of our Somerville location, helping build an outstanding team while supporting the successful launch of EMBR's operational standards and guest experience.
If you're passionate about developing people, driving results, embracing change, and helping build something exceptional from the ground up, we'd love to hear from you.
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