Our Story:
Story Cannabis was built by misfits on a mission — people bold enough to shift the cannabis narrative and create something better. Founded in 2021 by industry veterans, Story is a vertically integrated company headquartered in Phoenix, operating across Arizona, Maryland, Ohio, and Louisiana, and we’re just getting started.
Our vision is to bring hope, happiness, and healing to the world through cannabis, and we’re doing it one state, one store, and one customer at a time.
Leadership defines how we show up. Data drives how we grow. Gratitude keeps us grounded. Unity fuels our momentum. And growth, in every sense, inspires everything we do.
If you’re ready to challenge what’s expected and shape the future of cannabis, your next chapter starts with Story.
Overview:
The AI Enablement Manager is responsible for driving the adoption, optimization, and operational integration of AI tools and workflows across the organization. This role partners cross-functionally with internal departments to identify opportunities where AI can improve efficiency, streamline processes, enhance decision-making, and support business growth.
This position will serve as an internal AI champion focused on organizational enablement, workflow transformation, employee adoption, training, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate brings experience leading operational or digital transformation initiatives and can translate business challenges into practical AI-driven solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Drive enterprise-wide adoption of AI tools and workflows across departments.
- Partner with business leaders to identify operational inefficiencies and opportunities for AI integration.
- Develop and implement AI-driven process improvements that enhance productivity and reduce manual work.
- Act as an internal consultant to business teams on AI use cases and workflow optimization.
- Help establish AI best practices and promote responsible AI usage across the organization.
- Collaborate with cross-functional departments to translate business needs into scalable AI solutions.
- Help manage organizational change related to AI implementation and workflow transformation.
- Build resources, documentation, and SOPs related to AI usage and processes.
- Lead the implementation and optimization of AI tools and platforms.
- Track and report on AI initiative outcomes, adoption metrics, productivity improvements, and operational impact.
- Help ensure AI usage aligns with company policies, compliance requirements, and operational goals.
- Maintain organized documentation related to AI initiatives, workflows, and training materials.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Technology, AI, Machine Learning, Data Science or related field required.
- 3+ years of experience in operations, process improvement, digital transformation, project management, AI enablement, or related business functions required.
- Proven experience leveraging AI tools and large language models (LLMs) to automate or enhance business processes.
- Experience supporting enterprise-wide technology or transformation initiatives.
- Proven ability to analyze and redesign processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Experience in highly regulated industries, including manufacturing, retail, or cannabis preferred.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to train and support employees with varying levels of technical proficiency.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, collaboration tools, and AI productivity platforms.
Physical Requirements:
- This role requires prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
The posted compensation range reflects the potential range for this role across multiple U.S. markets. Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location, experience, and qualifications.
Our Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO) including 8 paid holidays per year*
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance*
- 401k retirement savings plan*
- Company paid Short-Term & Long-Term disability*
- Company paid Life Insurance*
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee referral program
- Commuter benefits*
- Product discounts
- Additional compensation incentives (tips, bonuses, etc.)
*For full-time positions only
We want our story to be one that fosters an inclusive culture and provides an enriching employee experience. As an equal-opportunity employer, we embrace individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all individuals, including those who may have encountered legal issues related to previous marijuana laws. We understand that these laws have disproportionately impacted certain communities and individuals. We are committed to considering all candidates based on their qualifications, skills, and potential to contribute to our team, rather than focusing solely on past legal encounters. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those with past involvement with the legal system, to apply for positions within our organization.
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