Jessica Clendenin

Strategy and Execution:

• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the company's overall goals and objectives
• Work with cross- functional partners (Operations, Marketing, inventory/planning, finance, advocacy, etc.) to implement those plans
• Drive operational efficiency and effectiveness by streamlining processes, improving workflows, and implementing best practices
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to measure success and identify areas for improvement
• Collaborate with other executives to align operational strategies with sales, marketing, and financial goals
• Ensures operational priorities, processes and procedures are communicated, understood, and executed consistently

Supply Chain Management:

• Oversee the supply chain process, ensuring adequate inventory management, procurement, and distribution of cannabis products
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors, and distribution partners
• Continuously assess and optimize the supply chain to ensure cost-effectiveness, quality control, and compliance with regulations

Compliance and Regulatory Affairs:

• Stay up to date with the evolving cannabis regulations at local, state, and federal levels
• Develop and maintain compliance programs to ensure adherence to all applicable laws and regulations
• Collaborate with legal counsel to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and maintain necessary licenses and permits
• Conduct regular compliance audits and inspections

Team Leadership and Development:

• Provide strong leadership and guidance to the operational teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation
• Recruit, develop, and retain top talent, ensuring that the team has the necessary skills and resources to achieve operational goals
• Promote professional growth and mentorship opportunities to enhance the capabilities of the operational team members

Financial Management:

• Work closely with the finance team to develop and manage budgets, financial forecasts, and operational expenses
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue generation within the operations
• Ensure financial compliance and accuracy in reporting
• Oversee inventory management, pricing strategies, and financial reporting
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue and reduce costs.

• Work closely with the Managing Director and other key internal and external parties
• Ensure proper preparation and materials are available for each day's meetings, activities, and events; prepare detailed meeting briefs with consistency and clarity
• Prioritize conflicting needs; handle matters expeditiously and proactively with many deadline pressures
• Establish and maintain smooth communication between the executive and internal or external parties; demonstrate leadership to maintain credibility, trust, and support
• Book meal reservations and appointments; complete and update necessary paperwork
• Monitor and manage day to day meeting requests, schedules, and calendars
• Monitor for and identify priorities that require senior leadership focus
• Organize all service appointments such as: maintenance, technology solutions, package delivery and mail, etc
• Develop and maintain an effective filing system
• Transcribe materials as needed
• Create various documents such as PowerPoint presentations, Word documents and Excel spreadsheets
• Conduct research on various topics as assigned
• Prepare necessary business correspondence including emails, letters, thank you notes, invitations, etc.; perform word processing of confidential documents
• Other related duties as assigned