Delivery Route Planner & Driver Manager

Position: Delivery Route Planner & Driver Manager

Company Info:

King City Gardens (KCG) is a rapidly growing cannabis company founded in 2023, and we’re just getting started! We are a Level 1 cultivator serving both the medical and recreational cannabis markets, operating out of a 60,000 square foot facility, with 25,000 square feet currently under canopy and only plans to keep expanding. We also have 3 dispensaries under The Garden brand in Sycamore Township, Camp Washington, and Colerain, our upcoming flagship location.

If that wasn’t exciting enough, we recently partnered with Jeeter to manufacture the #1 pre-roll in the world! With big things happening across cultivation, retail, and manufacturing, KCG is the place to grow, make an impact, and help shape the future of the cannabis industry!

Job Description:

The Delivery Route Planner & Driver Manager is responsible for planning and optimizing delivery routes for wholesale cannabis products from KCG’s facility to licensed dispensary partners throughout Ohio. This role oversees daily driver scheduling, dispatch, and team performance while ensuring timely deliveries, driver safety, accurate documentation, and compliance with Ohio cannabis transport regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and optimize delivery routes throughout Ohio to ensure efficient, timely deliveries.
• Manage daily driver scheduling, dispatch, and performance.
• Recruit, train, and support delivery drivers, including required cannabis compliance training and state registration.
• Ensure deliveries are properly documented and tracked in accordance with Metrc and Ohio Division of Cannabis Control requirements.
• Monitor delivery performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for drivers in the field and dispensary partners regarding delivery-related questions and concerns.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Valid Ohio driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required Ohio Division of Cannabis Control employee registration.
• Ability to coordinate delivery operations and manage daily scheduling needs.
• Required Skills: Route planning, scheduling, and dispatch coordination.
• Driver and team management.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to monitor delivery performance and identify operational improvements.
• Effective communication and coordination with drivers and dispensary partners.
• Familiarity with route optimization or fleet management software.
• Required Experience: 3+ years of experience in route planning, dispatch, logistics, or fleet/driver management.
• Experience managing a team of drivers or frontline field staff.
• Preferred Skills: Experience using route optimization and fleet management software.
• Ability to analyze delivery performance data and improve route efficiency.
• Knowledge of delivery documentation and regulated transport procedures.
• Preferred Experience: Experience in the cannabis industry or another regulated industry, such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, or distribution.
• Experience with Metrc or other regulated inventory tracking systems.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods while planning routes and managing schedules.
• Ability to use a computer, phone, and other office equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, and travel throughout the facility or to delivery locations as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds as needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively with drivers and dispensary partners.
• Division of Cannabis Control Requirements: Must be 21+, pass a background check, and obtain and maintain a DCC employee badge.
• Ability to meet background screening requirements consistent with Ohio cannabis industry standards.