District Manager - DM - IA
About the Role
Join a thriving, established cannabis company (200+ employees) at its next stage of growth. As District Manager, you'll lead three Iowa dispensaries — Iowa City, Waterloo, and Council Bluffs — while also serving as the on-site General Manager of the Iowa City location. This district is expected to expand into southern Minnesota as the company grows. This is a high-impact, dual-accountability role for a leader who excels at both big-picture strategy and boots-on-the-ground execution.
What You'll Do
District — Iowa & So. Minnesota
Coach and develop managers at Waterloo, Council Bluffs, and Southern MN to build high-performing teams and deliver outstanding customer experiences
Own district P&L, monitor KPIs, and guide GMs on labor planning, sales targets, and cost control
Conduct regular store visits, walkthroughs, and audits to improve execution and support leadership development
Ensure consistent compliance with policies, brand standards, and safety protocols across all locations
Collaborate with Marketing, Merchandising, Supply Chain, and Finance on promotions, inventory, and process improvements
Partner with HR to recruit top talent and build a bench of future leaders
General Manager — Iowa City
Lead, mentor, and inspire the Iowa City team of managers and associates to exceed operational and financial goals
Oversee daily scheduling, cash and inventory management, visual merchandising, and compliance
Develop and coach Assistant Managers, preparing them for future leadership roles
Champion a culture of accountability, communication, and continuous improvement
Ensure safety, consistency, and excellence in every facet of daily store operations
What We're Looking For
8+ years of progressive retail leadership, including 3+ years of multi-unit management experience
5+ years in multi-functional retail management with direct supervisory responsibility
Strong P&L management and analytical skills; data-driven decision-maker
Proven ability to coach and develop leaders at multiple levels
Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills
Strong problem-solving, negotiating, and critical judgment skills
Comfortable with scheduling, inventory systems, and financial reporting
Comfortable with frequent travel between Iowa City, Waterloo, Council Bluffs, and Southern MN; flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
100% in-office commitment across locations — this is not a remote role
High level of integrity, personal motivation, adaptability, and sense of urgency
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and managing sensitive information
Must report to work sober at all times
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly (up to 200 lbs with assistance), with or without reasonable accommodation
Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience accepted
Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check
Minimum 21 years of age
Compensation & Benefits
Annual salary of $80,000 plus bonus
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401K
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) — free to all employees
50% employee discount on smokable cannabis products
Employee Discount Program — exclusive savings from top national retailers
Paid Sick Leave (PSL) and Personal Time Off (PTO)
Paid float holidays: New Year's Day, 4/20, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
Why Iowa Cannabis Company
You'll lead with autonomy while being part of a collaborative network of professionals shaping the future of cannabis in Iowa. We offer competitive compensation, real advancement opportunities, and a culture built on trust, performance, and growth. If you're ready to lead from the front — apply today.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Iowa Cannabis Company is an equal opportunity employer that believes in promoting a diverse workplace and creating a working environment in which all employees are provided with equal employment opportunities. The company will not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any term or condition of employment based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other protected class or characteristic established under applicable federal, state or local statute or ordinance.
On May 12, 2017, Governor Terry Branstad signed House File 524 into law, allowing use of medical cannabidiol to treat certain debilitating medical conditions. According to the Iowa Department of Public Health: "The Act provides that a person recommend, possess, use, dispense, deliver, transport, or administer cannabidiol if the recommendation, possession, use, dispensing, delivery, transporting, or administering is in accordance with chapter 124E of the Iowa Code." This law also allows patients and designated primary caregivers to possess cannabidiol and requires the recommendation of a board certified physician.