Job Description:
ABOUT USHirexHire (pronounced hire by hire) is a Chicago-based recruiting and talent consultancy that integrates with companies short-term to provide long-term talent solutions. We take a seat in our client’s everyday operations to understand their people goals, gaps, and challenges. We then develop and implement the processes and technologies to execute a sustainable and scalable talent plan. We partner with companies expecting or experiencing high growth which need to hire at scale or fill a critical role rapidly. Our clients are not looking for quick-fix placements but are thoughtfully building a hiring strategy to scale their businesses.
OUR CLIENT
Location: Chicago, IL
Industry: Consumer Staple Products, Cannabis
Company Size: 4,000+ Employees
What They Do: Our client in the cannabis industry currently operates in a quarter of the country with double-digit retail locations and a triple-digit growth rate making them one of the fastest-growing companies in North America. As they avidly tackle nationwide development with cultivation facilities, dispensaries, and their headquarters in Chicago – the demand to fill their teams is at an all-time high.
THE ROLE:
Our client is seeking an Associate, Product Innovation to support the development and expansion of edible products across multiple markets. This role will partner cross-functionally with Brand, Marketing, Operations, Quality, and Production teams to help execute product launches, manage timelines, and ensure successful market rollouts. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Support new product launches across the edibles category, partnering closely with Product Innovation leadership. Lead market expansion projects from planning through launch execution and post-launch tracking. Manage launch timelines, project documentation, risk assessments, and reporting metrics. Drive packaging artwork development and coordinate approvals across internal stakeholders. Manage packaging workflows through internal quality control and compliance systems. Partner with Brand and Regional Marketing teams to align on deliverables and launch schedules. Collaborate directly with production facilities to ensure operational readiness ahead of launches. Support the development of market-specific formulations and packaging to meet regulatory requirements. Maintain knowledge of state-specific regulations impacting formulations, packaging, and product launches. WHAT YOU WILL LIKELY NEED1+ years of experience in product innovation, product management, project management, or a related field. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Exceptional attention to detail and ability to execute projects accurately and efficiently. Experience collaborating across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to shifting business priorities. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Knowledge of product development processes and project management methodologies. Cannabis industry knowledge and product acumen preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools such as MS Project or similar platforms. PMP certification or formal project management training is a plus.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass any required background checks. Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry. Must possess a valid driver’s license and be at least 21 years of age. Must be approved by state badging agency to work in the cannabis industry. This is a hybrid role based in Chicago, requiring 2 days onsite per week with occasional travel to production facilities.
