Assistant Store Manager
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : Greeley, CO
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $62,000.00/Yr. -Overview
The Job in a Nutshell:
The Assistant Store Manager is the second person in charge of the store and is responsible for the successful operation and profitability of the store which includes training, directing and monitoring all department staff.
Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.
12/08/2025
Responsibilities
Main Ingredients:
Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.
Qualifications
Recipe for Success:
This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.
Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:
All Crew Members
- Birthday Bonus Pay
- Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)
- Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
- Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
- Paid Nutrition Education
- good4u Crew Member Discount
- {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)
- Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
- Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
- Health and Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Program
Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
Diversity Statement
At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.
At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.
Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:
N = Never
O = Occasional; 1-33% of time
F = Frequent; 34-66% of time
C = Constant; 67-100% of time
Physical Requirements:
- Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.
- Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs.
- Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.
- Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.
- Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.
- Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.
Environmental Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.
- Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.
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Frequently asked questions
Greeley, CO features a growing retail sector with moderate competition for assistant store manager roles. Local demand reflects the expansion of natural and organic grocers, but candidates with retail leadership and food safety certifications tend to stand out, improving their chances in this regional market.
Yes, Colorado requires compliance with state or county food safety certifications for retail managers. Assistant store managers in Greeley often need to keep these credentials current through continuing education to meet local health regulations, ensuring safe store operations and customer confidence.
Unlike general retail roles, assistant store managers oversee staff training, inventory accuracy, and operational profitability. They balance floor presence with administrative tasks such as scheduling and performance reviews, combining leadership with hands-on involvement in store success.
Effective communication, adaptability, and decisiveness are vital. An assistant store manager must inspire teams, handle customer concerns professionally, and navigate daily operational challenges, all while maintaining a focus on sales targets and compliance in a dynamic retail environment.
Absolutely. Many assistant store managers leverage their operational experience to progress into store manager or district manager positions. Demonstrating strong leadership, meeting sales goals, and mastering store management systems can accelerate advancement within retail chains.
Natural Grocers invests in career development through training programs and advancement opportunities. Assistant store managers benefit from structured coaching, ongoing nutritional education, and a culture that encourages internal promotion aligned with company values and diversity.
Given Natural Grocers' focus on natural and organic products, assistant managers must maintain deep product knowledge and ensure staff can address customer nutritional inquiries accurately. Balancing specialty inventory with traditional retail demands requires specialized leadership skills.
The role offers a competitive salary starting around $62,000 annually, reflecting Greeley's cost of living and the responsibilities involved. Compensation often includes benefits like health insurance, paid time off, and employee discounts, enhancing overall job value.
At Natural Grocers, the assistant store manager focuses heavily on staff education about natural products and nutrition, alongside traditional retail management tasks. This specialized emphasis sets it apart from more conventional grocery retailers with broader product ranges.
Greeley’s community-oriented atmosphere favors assistant store managers who engage closely with customers and staff, promoting inclusivity and health awareness. Seasonal weather and local market trends also influence scheduling and inventory strategies unique to this locale.