OCS Ontario Cannabis Store
John McPhee is an experienced professional in digital merchandising and product management, currently serving as Digital Experience Manager at OCS Ontario Cannabis Store since April 2022. Previously held the position of Product Manager at Flipp, where responsibilities included defining product strategy and leading multidisciplinary teams. At Canadian Tire Corporation, John worked as Associate Category Business Manager, focusing on product assortment and financial objectives, and as Category Business Analyst, providing insights for product decisions. John began their career with roles at S&P Global Ratings, ONCAP Management Partners, Manulife Financial, and The Guarantee Company of North America, developing skills in financial analysis, risk evaluation, and market research. Academic qualifications include an Honours Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University and various certificates in digital marketing and strategic relationship marketing.
OCS Ontario Cannabis Store
The Ontario Cannabis Store is a Crown agency solely owned by the Province of Ontario and reporting to the Ministry of Finance. The OCS provides safe, responsible access to legal recreational cannabis for adults 19 and older. We are Ontario’s sole wholesaler to more than 1,500 Authorized Cannabis Stores. The OCS also operates OCS.ca, the Province’s online cannabis retailer which delivers to consumers in every corner of Ontario. We make sure our customers only receive legal, clearly labelled cannabis products by working closely with a diverse group of Licensed Producers authorized by Health Canada. Our online store prioritizes education and provides many opportunities for both new and experienced consumers to learn more about cannabis and responsible use. Our customer-care centre is staffed by knowledgeable, helpful product specialists who provide the information our customers need to make the right choices. Social responsibility is something we take seriously and making every purchase a responsible one is a top priority. We are looking for passionate, proven performers to join our diverse team and help us continue to grow our business as we define best-in-class standards for a new industry.