Inventory Associate

Ascend Wellness Holdings • Lansing, MI

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About The Position

The Inventory Specialist is a full-time position responsible for maintaining accurate and compliant records of all cannabis plant materials and products. As a certified agent for the state's track-and-trace system, this role ensures the seamless movement, labeling, and reporting of cannabis inventory from propagation through post-harvest. This position demands high attention to detail, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, and an understanding of cultivation workflows. The Inventory Specialist reports to the Inventory Manager and works cross-functionally with cultivation, processing, and compliance teams.

Requirements

• Must​ ​be​ ​a​t least ​21​ ​years​ ​of​ ​age
• Must​ ​pass​ ​​all​ ​required​ ​background​ ​checks
• Must​ ​obtain​ ​and​ ​maintain​ ​a​ valid ​Registered Agent Card issued by the state
• Strong math skills reconciliation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, highly regulated environment
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and word
• Prior experience using cannabis compliance tracking software (e.g., Metric, Biotrack, etc.)
• Experience working in a highly regulated industry with SOP adherence
• Ability to effectively and efficiently track, analyze, and troubleshoot digital batch and product movement records

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly audits of inventory to ensure full traceability and accuracy between physical counts and compliance software records
• Prepare and stage product orders for the labeling or packaging teams
• Monitor and troubleshoot discrepancies in inventory data and escalate as needed
• Verify product counts for supply chain management
• Maintain accurate inventory to include verifying physical counts
• Assist leadership in maintaining inventory compliance during internal and external audits
• Record inventory totals and movements in the state's track-and-trace system (e.g., Metrc) and internal inventory software
• Create digital inventory batches, assign package tags, and ensure documentation is accurate and timely
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment
• Participate in ongoing training and compliance initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed