FIELD MARKETING SPECIALIST
Job description:
Location: Chicago, IL
Reports To: Sales Director
Start Date: ASAP
Compensation: $40,000 to $50,000 per year + Incentives
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview:
Smokiez is looking for a store-facing Field Marketing Specialist to support retail partners across the greater Chicago area. This role is field-focused—you’ll be in dispensaries executing routes, checking inventory and shelf space, educating budtenders, and supporting in-store activations and events.
This is not an administrative role. Success is measured by in-store execution, strong retail relationships, and education impact.
What You’ll Do
- Execute regular retail routes across assigned dispensaries
- Check inventory levels, shelf placement, pricing, and promo execution
- Ensure Smokiez products are properly merchandised and visible in-store
- Conduct in-person budtender and staff education sessions
- Educate retail teams on Smokiez products and new launches
- Build strong relationships with store managers and staff
- Provide on-site support for vendor days, pop-ups, and in-store events
- Log store visits, education sessions, and notes in HubSpot
- Identify issues and proactively work with the team to resolve them
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years of cannabis industry experience
- Comfortable working independently in the field and managing routes
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and organized
- Energetic, eager, and self-motivated
- Reliable transportation required
Nice to Have
- Field marketing, brand ambassador, or retail execution experience
- Experience in educating retail or sales teams
- CRM experience (HubSpot preferred)
Performance & Growth
- Performance is reviewed regularly
- Bonus eligibility based on execution, education impact, and retail feedback
- Opportunity to grow with a fast-growing brand
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
