Account Manager - Ascend Wellness Holdings

We are seeking an Account Manager (NJ) who is accountable for forging, fostering, and maintaining accounts for Ascend's wholesale business. The ideal candidate has an exceptional grasp of the wholesale landscape, is able to garner positive relationships and delivers exceptional customer service to Ascend's clients. They will curate strategies to reach and exceed revenue targets by identifying, prospecting and connecting with opportunities in the market.

Location: New Jersey; travel throughout the state 4-5 days per week

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute a comprehensive wholesale strategy that aligns with the company's growth objectives within the assigned territory (NJ).
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly revenue goals.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with existing wholesale partners and potential clients.
• Identify new business opportunities, lead negotiations with potential wholesale partners, and assess the performance of existing partnerships.
• Explore and target new markets and regions to expand wholesale operations.
• Cultivate effective relationships with key decision-makers.
• Contribute to the development of merchandising strategies and account-specific marketing initiatives.
• Represent the company at industry events and tradeshows, as well as company-sponsored functions.
• Perform pricing and cost analysis to support business decisions.

Education, Experience, and Training:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of successful sales experience in the cannabis industry is required.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets.
• Passionate about building and nurturing strong relationships.
• Exceptional communicator with the ability to negotiate effectively across various levels.
• Adaptable and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours as needed.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout New Jersey.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with HubSpot or other CRM systems is preferred.
• Demonstrates integrity, inspires trust, and fosters a respectful work environment.
• Committed to delivering best-in-class service at all times.

AWH offers a comprehensive compensation package for this role that includes base salary, competitive commission structure, and flexible time off. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $70,000-$75,000

Company Overview

Ascend Wellness Holdings (AWH) is a vertically integrated cannabis cultivator, processor and provisioning center operator with assets in Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania. We seek to foster a robust and inclusive cannabis industry through a premium, unmatched customer-focused retail experience. We are looking to build a world-class team that will help carry out our mission of helping to shape the future of cannabis as a leading healthcare solution. We are committed to improving the quality of our patient's lives by offering unrivaled quality, consistency and meticulously curated products that satisfy our customers unique, individual needs. When it comes to customer service experience, our dispensaries will set a new standard of excellence, emphasizing health and wellness by a highly knowledgeable team. A team that is committed to our values, our people, and our communities; we are looking for people who are inspired by our vision and stay dedicated to our mission as we continuously expand.

EEO Statement

Ascend Wellness Holdings, LLC and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring / hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.