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Sprouts Farmers Market · 2 weeks ago

Licensing Manager

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Sprouts Farmers Market is a rapidly growing grocery store chain focused on healthy living. They are seeking a Licensing Manager to lead the licensing and permitting functions, ensuring regulatory compliance and managing relationships with various stakeholders.

Food ProcessingMeat and Poultry

Hiring Manager

MaryRose Scarbrough

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end execution of licensing and permitting processes for all new store openings, remodels, relocations, and ongoing operations

Develop and implement strategies to streamline license procurement and renewal timelines while ensuring full compliance with jurisdictional requirements

Serve as the primary subject matter expert for licensing across the organization, advising stakeholders on requirements and best practices

Responsible for accurate and timely process of all license applications and renewals, invoices, log data forms, and follow up and assist with queries

Manage licensing database that tracks all licenses and renewals

Responsible for resolving license compliance issues with City, County and State licensing agencies and local attorneys when required; interacting with governmental officials as needed to facilitate issuance of necessary licenses and permits

Mitigate violations by coordinating with governmental agencies and internal partners such as business protection, food safety, operations, facilities, etc

Work directly with regulatory agencies, internal legal counsel, and external attorneys to resolve issues, respond to enforcement actions, and implement corrective actions

Monitor legislative and regulatory developments that may impact business operations; communicate changes and coordinate organizational responses

Continuously monitor and conduct legal research relating to alcohol and legislative changes that impact the business

Support in the auditing of essential documentation required by regulations for retail businesses

Monitor actual vs. forecasted spend; identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure budget adherence

Participate in projects for new initiatives in support of the company

Assist with special event licensing as needed

Provide ad hoc support to Director of Licensing and Government Relations, Legal, Government Relations and other departments when required

Supervise and mentor Licensing Coordinator(s) or other team members, providing direction, training, and development to support performance goals and team growth

Support special event licensing, pilot programs, and business expansion into new regions or categories requiring specialized permits

Lead or contribute to cross-functional initiatives that align with broader compliance, regulatory, or operational goals

Qualification

LicensingPermittingRegulatory complianceLicensing lawsAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam collaborationAttention to detailSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Public Policy, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)

5+ years of progressive experience in licensing, permitting, regulatory compliance, or a related function in a retail, food service, hospitality, or highly regulated industry

Strong knowledge of municipal, state, and federal licensing laws and processes

Analytical with a strong attention to detail

Strong verbal and written communication skills, and decision-making skills, with a customer service focus

Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage own workload with a strong sense of urgency in meeting deadlines

Ability to work collaboratively on cross-functional teams with a positive and proactive attitude

Self-starter/independent worker and an ability to creatively solve problems with a variety of variables

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook