Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives

Why HSCP Service Company LLC?HSCP Service Company LLC is a subsidiary of Canopy USA, LLC, a leading vertically integrated, multi-state operator in the United States cannabis industry. With the transition of Acreage Holdings to Canopy USA, LLC in December 2024, Canopy USA, LLC is now positioned to consolidate operations across its three business units - Wana, Jetty, and Acreage - realizing synergies, cost savings, and supporting growth in state-legal markets across the U.S.Through coverage of key market segments including flower via Superflux, vape and concentrates via Jetty, edibles and beverages via Wana, and retail through The Botanist, Canopy USA, LLC is well positioned to accelerate growth with an emphasis on the Midwestern and Northeastern U.S. markets. As newly formed Canopy USA, LLC, we are building a stronger, more agile organization that will unlock greater opportunities across the growing US cannabis market.Who you'll work for: HSCP Service Company LLCOur Culture:Here at HSCP Service Company LLC we believe in people first. We value our people and encourage continuous opportunities to learn, develop, and grow. We pride ourselves in innovation and passion for the cannabis industry.We are always looking for motivated people who share our vision to join our team. Think you have what it takes? Then come grow with us!About the Role:The Senior Manager, Strategic Initiatives is a hands-on leader responsible for driving operational excellence, efficiency, and best practices across Canopy USA's cultivation and manufacturing operations. This role focuses on diagnosing production challenges, implementing scalable improvements, standardizing processes, and training teams at facilities nationwide to achieve superior yield, quality, and cost outcomes.This position is ideal for an experienced cannabis production expert with deep technical knowledge in cultivation and manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in regulated, fast-paced environments while collaborating cross-functionally.How you'll make a difference:* Strategic Alignment & Planningo Partner with executive leadership to define, prioritize, and operationalize strategic objectives.o Facilitate annual and quarterly planning processes, ensuring alignment across all business units.o Monitor progress against key company goals and drive accountability through metrics and reporting.* Production Assessment & Improvemento Spend significant time onsite at cultivation and manufacturing facilities to assess workflows, identify bottlenecks, and diagnose issues in grow environments, processing, extraction, and packaging.o Design, document, and implement optimized operational processes, SOPs, and best practices for consistency and scalability across locations and subsidiaries.o Lead yield enhancement, cost reduction, and quality improvement initiatives specific to cultivation (e.g., horticulture, IPM, environmental controls) and manufacturing (e.g., extraction, infusion, packaging).* Hands-On Implementation & Trainingo Work directly with facility teams to integrate new processes, systems, and procedures, providing training, troubleshooting, and ongoing support for sustainable adoption.o Ensure communication of changes to VP Supply Chain & Operations, and Facility Director for alignment and executiono Serve as a change management leader for production-related initiatives, ensuring buy-in and effective handover to local teams.* Cross-Functional & Enterprise Alignmento Collaborate with operations, compliance, supply chain, and quality teams to align production standards across all Canopy USA subsidiaries.o Partner with the Strategic Initiatives team on broader enterprise projects impacting production.o Promote transparency and progress tracking for production metrics and initiatives.* Operational Excellence & Metricso Develop frameworks, tools, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to track key production performance indicators (e.g., yield per square foot, extraction efficiency, waste reduction, compliance adherence).o Track project performance, monitor key metrics, and report progress to executive leadership.o Execute job duties across all Canopy USA subsidiaries and affiliated companies, ensuring consistent production standards, communication, and operational alignment throughout the enterpriseSkills to be Successful:Minimum Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Engineering, Business, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.8+ years of progressive experience in cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, or regulated production operations.Proven track record of leading process improvements and teams in multi-site or vertically integrated cannabis operations strongly preferred.Experience working directly with executive leadership teams or boards strongly preferred.Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving ability.Deep expertise in cannabis cultivation (grow cycles, genetics, IPM, facility design) and/or manufacturing (extraction, processing, quality control).Strong problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills in production environments.Experience with seed-to-sale systems, compliance tracking (e.g., METRC), and production metrics.Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to train teams and influence across all levels.Ability to travel frequently to operational facilities and work in grow/processing environments.Perks & Benefits:Full suite of medical, dental, and vision insurancePaid parental leave401 (k)Paid Time OffShort Term and Long-Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee life insurance and supplemental lifeSpouse and child life and AD&DPet insuranceFSA and HSA availableBased on eligibility.Work Environment and Physical Demands:The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Manufacturing environment that requires extended time standing, walking, bending and reaching. Ability to carry up to 50lbs for up to a distance of 100ft may be required. Occasional extended and repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers to cut and manipulate small objects. Ability to work in a humid and pollinated environment.E-Verify Participation NoticeThis Employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.What is E-Verify? E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from and employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.Code of Conduct:All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in the Code of Conduct.HSCP Service Company LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status. We appreciate your interest in HSCP Service Company LLC. If you need assistance with completing an online application due to a disability, please send a request to HRteam@acreageholdings.com. Please be sure to include "Accommodation Request" in the subject line.