Retail District Manager - Florida

District Manager

Viridian Staffing's client is seeking a seasoned and people-focused District Manager to oversee a network of licensed cannabis retail stores throughout Florida. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your multi-unit retail leadership experience into one of the fastest-growing sectors in the U.S. economy. You'll play a key role in guiding store teams, scaling operations, and ensuring every location delivers exceptional service while remaining fully compliant with Florida's cannabis regulations.

Founded in 2013, Viridian Staffing is the original recruiting and HR consulting firm solely dedicated to organizations in and supporting the commercial, medical, and industrial cannabis/hemp industry. This client is looking for a collaborative leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about developing high-performing teams. You'll be tasked with leading day-to-day operations across multiple storespartnering closely with store management to drive revenue, streamline processes, and create a consistent, values-driven customer and employee experience across all locations.

You'll serve as the connective thread between corporate leadership and in-store execution. From inventory and staffing to performance reviews and compliance audits, you'll have full ownership over the operational rhythm of each retail location in your district. You'll visit stores regularly, empowering managers with coaching, data-driven performance insights, and clear strategies to elevate the customer experience and team culture. You'll also ensure all locations stay ahead of regulatory requirementsconducting audits, monitoring store-level procedures, and responding quickly to any compliance concerns.

Beyond operations, you'll play a critical role in helping the client meet their growth goals by activating marketing strategies, launching promotional initiatives, and driving top-line sales performance. You've led multiple high-volume retail locations beforeideally in cannabis or another regulated retail sectorand you're comfortable managing both performance and people. You're naturally organized and know how to balance strategic thinking with in-the-field execution. You're also a culture-builder, someone who thrives on mentoring and motivating others. Your leadership style is hands-on and proactive, and you know how to hold teams accountable while keeping morale high.

To succeed in this role, you'll need at least 2 years of multi-unit retail leadership experience. Prior experience in cannabis or another highly regulated industry is preferred, along with a strong understanding of compliance and operational protocols. You should be comfortable coaching and developing store-level leaders, communicating across teams, and adapting quickly to shifting priorities. A bachelor's degree is preferred but not required. Extra credit if you've opened new retail locations or scaled regional operations, are bilingual (Spanish/English), or have a background in retail analytics, sales forecasting, or training program design. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be and remain compliant with all applicable cannabis laws and licensing requirements. Must successfully pass background and fingerprinting checks as required by state regulations.

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