Director of Operations - THC Design

Director of Operations (Cannabis Industry)

THC Design is the leader in premium cannabis cultivation. Our estate grown, single-sourced flower provides consistent experiences with quality and safety. Our experience, passion, and love of the cannabis plant shines brightly with every strain we grow and every product we create.

By partnering with leading scientists in various fields, THC Design hopes to break new ground in the cannabis industry. We are committed to making scientific advances in identifying the roles of not only THC and CBD, but also the dozens of other therapeutic compounds in cannabis.

About The Role

Location: Las Vegas (Oversees CA & NV Operations)

Travel: Up to 30% initially, reducing to 20%

Are you a seasoned operations leader with a deep understanding of the cannabis industry? THC Design is seeking a Director of Operations to oversee our California and Nevada operations. You’ll drive daily operations, improve efficiency, and lead teams in production, packaging, and distribution. If you’re experienced in managing multi-state cannabis operations and have a passion for building efficient, compliant businesses, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do:

• Lead operations across California and Nevada, setting strategic goals
• Ensure smooth daily business activities and improve processes
• Provide leadership and support to production, packaging, and distribution teams
• Oversee procurement, resource allocation, and customer support
• Manage budgets, vendor relationships, and compliance with cannabis regulations

What You’ll Need:

• Proven experience in a senior operations role, ideally in the cannabis industry
• Expertise in managing multi-state operations and cannabis compliance
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of supply chain, finance, customer service, and performance metrics
• Ability to travel up to 40% initially, then 20% as needed

Why THC Design?

• Join us in raising the bar for cannabis operations! We are committed to innovation, quality, and compliance as we expand in California and Nevada.

Requirements:

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Strategy: Make strategic decisions for operational activities and set long-term goals that align with company objectives.
• Daily Operations: Plan and monitor the day-to-day business operations, ensuring smooth workflows and efficient processes across multiple locations.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and provide constructive feedback to teams in Production, Packaging (Flower and Pre-rolls), and Distribution.
• Process Improvement: Regularly evaluate operational procedures and identify opportunities for improvement to meet organizational goals.
• Procurement and Resource Management: Oversee procurement processes, coordinating the allocation of materials and resources to optimize production.
• Customer Support: Lead and organize customer support operations, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Financial Management: Review financial information, adjust operational budgets as needed, and implement strategies to promote profitability.
• Policy Development: Revise and formulate company policies, promoting their successful implementation across the organization.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and partners, negotiating contracts and ensuring smooth collaboration.
• Performance Evaluation: Gather, analyze, and interpret operational data and metrics to evaluate overall performance and implement data-driven improvements.
• Compliance: Ensure that the company complies with all legal regulations, particularly cannabis industry rules and best practices in California and Nevada.

Requirements:

• Experience: Proven experience as a Director of Operations or similar senior leadership role, with expertise in multi-state operations.
• Leadership Skills: Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication abilities to inspire and manage teams.
• Cannabis Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of cannabis industry regulations, compliance, and best practices.
• Business Acumen: Strong knowledge of business functions such as supply chain management, finance, and customer service.
• Analytical Skills: Experience working with data analysis and performance metrics to drive business improvements.
• Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with MS Office, ERP, CRM, and other business software.
• Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel up to 40% in the initial months, reducing to 20% based on operational needs.

THC Design is an exciting and innovative workplace with a highly engaged workforce brought together by a shared passion to be the best in the business. We are on a mission to breed, grow and sell the best cannabis in the world!. We are looking for exceptional people to join our team as we transition into the next phase of our business ventures and become a leader in the cannabis space.

Disclaimer

This job description indicates the knowledge, skills, abilities and essential and non-essential job functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

THC Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: THC Design is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at THC Design are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. THC Design will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.