Part Time Field Marketing Specialist, Cannabis - Western Maryland

iAnthus Capital • Frederick, MD

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Field Specialist is a customer-facing representative of our product and dispensary brands in Maryland. This position will be responsible for engaging with the community to provide education and answer questions through in-store demos and events and communicating in-store promotions. Must have excellent time management skills and be willing to work some evenings and weekends. This role will have a geographic focus on the Western Maryland area.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience in a marketing, agency or promotional setting
• Experience in the cannabis industry.
• Must be enthusiastic, engaging, cannabis-savvy, well organized and self-motivated.
• Ability to communicate in an informative and professional manner.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Thrives in an entrepreneurial environment with a positive attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to build relationships and collaborate across all levels of the organization and with external agency partners.
• Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and be results-oriented.
• Knowledge of Microsoft software applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Available to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work a minimum of 8 hours a day and rotating shifts
• Flexible schedule availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds
• Ability to sit, squat, bend, and kneel repetitively throughout a work day
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability and willingness to work in the following conditions: General office environment; Extended computer usage; Extended phone usage including teleconferences, and Work environments that include exposure to, but not limited to, fumes, dust, odors, heights, indoor AC, no AC, motion, and noise.

Nice To Haves

• Ideally located in Metro New York or within easy commuting distance.
• Understand how to bring a brand to life through engaging experiences, exceptional retail execution, and strong relationship-building.
• Combine creativity with discipline, ensuring all field activity is compliant, impactful, and aligned with sales and marketing goals.
• Confident, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple activations, communications, and reporting requirements with professionalism and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for representing our brands and products in community, retail, and marketing events.
• Become a brand expert, able to answer questions about product benefits and provide product knowledge.
• Build brand awareness and loyalty by creating memorable patient/customer experiences.
• Must set-up and breakdown tables, tents, swag items and marketing collateral in-store and other events.
• Manage the distribution/inventory of marketing swag and collateral for events and giveaways.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local community partners.
• Manage and adhere to established schedules in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, while ensuring accuracy and follow through.
• Partner with and maintain productive working relationships with the dispensary, wholesale, and manufacturing teams.
• Works productively with internal cross-functional teams as well as with external partners.
• Majority of the work will geographically focus on the Western Maryland area, with some state-wide travel required
• Manage in-store displays and keep product marketing displays up to date with accounts.
• Must attend scheduled meetings and maintain good communications in real time while on site.
• Being a company brand ambassador and representing the brand appropriately.
• Building relationships with community leaders and trust from our neighbors.
• Following and implementing the company’s core values, including respect, diversity, sustainability, research, and service.
• Ensuring adherence to the company’s cultural principles.
• Participates and embraces a highly motivated team environment.
• Implementing brand sales marketing strategies.
• Learn and keep up with innovative technology trends as presented.
• Utilize internal and external information to understand federal and state laws and industry trends regarding medical marijuana.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave
• 401k
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program for employees & family members
• Employee Discounts
• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing industry where your creativity and execution directly influence success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level