Retail Merchandiser/Buyer

Company: Curaleaf
Location: Wakefield
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description At Curaleaf, we're redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets. Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis. Retail Merchandising Manager Location: Northeast Work Structure: On-site - must be able to work out of the Stamford, CT office or Wakefield, MA office. Travel Requirements: 50% regional travel throughout the region About the Role: Are you passionate about creating exceptional retail experiences that reflect local culture and customer values? As a Merchandising Manager, you'll bring the art and science of retailing to life across stores in your region. You'll be the bridge between strategy and execution, ensuring our merchandising plans are locally relevant, performance-driven, and aligned with our mission to champion emerging brands and innovation. This role is key to building a best-in-class organization that celebrates both our own products and thoughtfully selected third-party brands. What You'll Do: Assortment & Product Strategy Curate localized assortments that blend innovation with proven favorites. Manage SKU decisions—adds, deletes, substitutions—with precision and strategic alignment. Build compelling category sets that resonate with customers and support financial goals. Field, Competitor & Cultivation Engagement Visit stores regularly to assess merchandising execution and customer response. Conduct competitor walkthroughs to gather insights on pricing, promotions, and presentation. Engage with internal and external cultivation facilities to ensure product quality and availability. Pricing & Promotions Ensure pricing is competitive, margin-conscious, and customer-friendly. Translate promotional calendars into actionable store-level plans. Confirm readiness for seasonal events and innovation launches. Vendor Program Execution Support vendor onboarding and regional program activation. Track vendor rebates, markdowns, and credits. Collaborate with Planning to manage vendor performance and accountability. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Planning to align demand signals and replenishment plans with store realities. Work with Buyers to ensure timely purchase orders and address performance issues. Coordinate with Store Operations for clear and consistent execution. Reporting & Insights Monitor key KPIs like sell-through, inventory levels, and category contribution. Spot trends, risks, and opportunities for SKU optimization. Provide feedback to central teams to shape future category decisions. What You'll Bring: Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) or equivalent relevant experience 4 years of experience in retail merchandising, retail buying or retail planning with a focus on category management and financial analysis Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with Tableau or similar analytics platforms Strong understanding of retail industry trends, inventory management, distribution, and allocation strategies Knowledge of marketing and sales drivers that impact revenue, margin, and product performance Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, uncover insights, and inform business decisions Effective communication skills with proven ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners Strong problem-solving skills; able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strategic and creative thinking abilities, with a track record of developing innovative revenue-driving strategies Demonstrated ability to anticipate industry shifts and adjust planning accordingly Strong skills at building and maintaining relationships with internal teams and vendor partners Strong collaboration skills, willing to support cross-functional and multi-state initiatives Highly engaged and proactive attitude; thrives in dynamic, fast-moving environments Accountability and confident decision-making skills with a bias for action Willingness to ask tough questions, challenge the status quo, and drive continuous improvement Ability to travel 50% of the time throughout the region Even Better If You Have: Experience in the cannabis, CPG, fashion, or beverage industries Physical Requirements and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger or feel, and lift up to 10 pounds. This position has no special vision requirements. This position required a high stress tolerance, adaptability, and flexibility. Ability to work in an ever-changing environment. Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as requires by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Curaleaf Pay Transparency $109,000—$121,000 USD What We Offer: Career Growth Opportunities Competitive Pay and Benefits Generous PTO and Parental Leave 401(K) Retirement Plan Life/ Disability Insurance Community Involvement Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @curaleaf.usa Twitter: @Curaleaf_Inc LinkedIn: Curaleaf LinkedIn Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, Find, and Anthem provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is powered by a strong presence in all stages of the supply chain. Its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence Our Vision: To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis. Our Values: Lead and Inspire. Commit to Win. ONE Curaleaf. Driven to Deliver Excellence. Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply. Current Curaleaf employees should apply for open positions through our Internal Job Board, which can be accessed via the link on The Leaf.

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