Company & Role Overview
Summary
Retail Operations Documentation Specialist
Location: On-Site - The candidate can be based out of the following offices: Scottsdale, AZ, Stamford, CT, Chicago, IL or Tampa, FL
Who You Are:
What You'll Do:
- Create and maintain retail documentation-including SOPs, one-pagers, checklists, FAQs, and training guides-to ensure consistent, user-friendly resources across all stores.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners like District Managers, Store Managers, and Regional Leaders to gather insights and capture accurate workflows.
- Translate complex processes into clear, visual content using tools like Canva and PowerPoint, ensuring materials are accessible to all experience levels.
- Continuously improve processes by identifying gaps or inefficiencies and working with subject matter experts to implement practical, scalable solutions.
- Ensure compliance across markets by monitoring state-specific cannabis regulations and updating documentation to reflect current requirements.
- Develop technical guides for POS systems, ecommerce platforms (like Dutchie and Sweed), and in-store hardware, keeping content current and easy to use.
- Support onboarding and training efforts by creating aligned, engaging materials that help new hires ramp up quickly and effectively.
- Manage and maintain a centralized document library, conducting regular audits to keep content accurate, relevant, and up to date.
- Engage with store teams and field leaders to gather feedback, observe documentation use in real time, and apply insights to future updates.
- Communicate progress and priorities to stakeholders through regular updates, while remaining open to feedback and iteration.
- Travel Requirements: Up to 25% or as needed to visit stores, conduct interviews, and gather requirements, in addition to occasional off-sites and team meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Business, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
- 2+ years of experience in technical writing, process documentation, training content creation, or SOP development.
- Strong understanding of retail operations, workflows, or similar environments with multiple store locations.
- Ability to distill complex processes into clear, user-friendly documentation.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proven organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- A collaborative mindset, with a demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally.
- Proficiency with common documentation tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace) and comfort in learning new platforms.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a solutions-based approach to challenges.
Even Better If You Have:
- Experience in cannabis or regulated retail environments.
- Familiarity with POS systems (e.g., Dutchie, Sweed), ecommerce platforms, and in-store hardware.
- Knowledge of compliance or regulatory frameworks within multi-state operations.
- Experience creating training materials and collaborating with training teams.
- Proven track record of process improvement initiatives.
What We Offer:
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Competitive Pay and Benefits (Health, Dental Vision)
- Generous PTO and Parental Leave
- 401(K) Retirement Plan
- Life/AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability
- Community Involvement Initiatives
- Employee Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts
Curaleaf Awards and Achievements:
- 2023 Ragan's Top Places to Work
- 2022 TIME100 Most Influential Companies
- 2020 Cannabis Doing Good's Good Neighbor Award
- 2020 Minorities for Medical Marijuana's Diversity & Inclusion Award
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Our Vision:
Our Values:
- Lead and Inspire.
- Commit to Win.
- ONE Curaleaf.
- Driven to Deliver Excellence.
Current Curaleaf employees should use our internal job board to apply for current openings: https://app2.greenhouse.io/internal_job_board
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About Curaleaf
Curaleaf creates clean, reliable, trusted cannabis products for wellness and medical use. Our highly-skilled dispensary staff is trained—and dedicated!—to help you find just the right method and concentration to achieve your personal cannabis goals