Merchandiser - Alberta

Who We Are
Organigram Global is a leading global licensed producer shaping the future of cannabis through innovation, operational excellence, and a growing international presence. Founded in 2013 as a medical cannabis provider, we have evolved into one of Canada's most trusted names in the adult-use recreational market - home to some of the country's top-performing brands including SHRED, Boxhot, Big Bag o' Buds, Edison, Monjour, Debunk, Rizzlers and Trailblazer.

Our operations span four provinces and are purpose-built for category leadership across multiple product formats.

• Our Moncton, New Brunswick facility is a centre of excellence for indoor cannabis cultivation, R&D, and advanced automation.
• In Lac-Supérieur, Quebec, we focus on premium flower and traditional hash production.
• Our Winnipeg, Manitoba site is a highly automated facility dedicated to edibles & beverage manufacturing.
• Our Aylmer, Ontario facility specializes in the production of infused pre-rolls and features automated vape filling capabilities.

MERCHANDISER (Southern AB)
We are currently seeking a merchandiser based in Southern Alberta to represent all Organigram brands in retail cannabis locations in Alberta through consumer intercept (pop up) activations. This role will cover brand activations in Calgary and Southern Alberta retail locations.

The main objective of this position is to increase brand awareness with both retail staff end consumers, through education sessions, handing out of swag and brand materials as well as submitting feedback to the internal Organigram team. This role will work closely with the Field Sales Representative team in the Calgary and Edmonton markets to prioritize store lists for activations as well as key objectives to achieve within each location.

Retail brand ambassadors will report directly to the Regional Key Account Manager.

Responsibilities

• Learn and become a product expert on the Organigram portfolio of brands (through scheduled training sessions and ongoing learning)
• Conduct in store consumer intercepts (pop ups)
• Conduct budtender education sessions (as directed by Field Sales Representative team)
• Support national account stores through detailing, education and ongoing activations as directed by the Key Account team
• Answer product related questions from budtenders and consumers
• Manage brand swag material and distribute in retail locations as permitted by AGLC guidelines
• Engage with consumers at retail and submit feedback (Organigram brands and competitive LPs) to Field Sales team

Requirements

• Previous experience in customer service and/or as a brand ambassador (or similar role)
• Knowledge of cannabis market and trends considered an asset as well as knowledge of sales and marketing principles
• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Punctual and able to follow a route plan/store schedule
• Ability to work Tuesday-Saturday full time hours
• Valid drivers license and vehicle required (travel regionally within Alberta)
• Submit to and pass a criminal background check as part of the QCW application process (as per AGLC requirements)

Thank you for your interest in Organigram.
Organigram is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment practices, and we invite the opportunity to discuss any accommodation needs required throughout the hiring process. Please email us at and include the following: Job posting title, your name and contact information and your preferred method of contact.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.