Store Manager
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : Parker, CO
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $82,000.00/Yr. -Overview
The Job in a Nutshell:The Store Manager 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.12/04/2025
Responsibilities
Recipe for Success:
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 them 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
Natural Grocers emphasizes holistic leadership, combining hands-on customer service with staff development and strict food safety compliance. The Parker Store Manager is expected to spend 75% of their time on the sales floor, actively engaging with customers and directly overseeing store operations, fostering a community-focused retail environment.
Natural Grocers provides unique benefits like vitamin bucks, paid nutrition education, and a strong wellness program. Their commitment to diversity and inclusion, plus career advancement opportunities, creates a supportive workplace culture uncommon in many grocery chains throughout Colorado.
At approximately $82,000 per year, the Store Manager salary at Natural Grocers aligns well with Parker’s cost of living and retail market standards, offering a solid wage for managerial grocery positions in the area, especially considering added benefits like paid time off and health coverage.
Obtaining up-to-date state or county food safety certifications is crucial in Parker, alongside forklift certification. These credentials enhance your eligibility for store management roles by ensuring compliance with local health regulations and operational safety standards.
Parker’s retail environment demands adaptability to seasonal weather disruptions and a community-oriented approach to customer service. Managers often handle local issues like emergency weather responses and maintaining a welcoming store atmosphere amidst regional demographic shifts.
Successful candidates demonstrate strong leadership, excellent organization, and customer service prowess. Skills in staff training, managing inventory profitably, and navigating food safety regulations are essential for steering store performance and team success.
Natural Grocers invests in leadership growth through structured training and promotion pathways. Store Managers gain hands-on experience with operational oversight, team mentorship, and strategic decision-making, paving the way for advancement to higher management roles within the company or industry.
Days blend customer engagement on the sales floor with overseeing staff performance, managing inventory to maintain margins, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Managers also coordinate schedules, handle customer issues, and collaborate with department heads to keep the store running smoothly.
Though the average schedule is 45 hours weekly, Natural Grocers emphasizes flexibility and adequate coverage to help managers balance responsibilities. The company culture supports staff wellbeing through paid time off, holiday closures, and health-focused employee programs.
The company’s dedication to inclusion shapes leadership expectations for fostering respectful, equitable environments. Store Managers at Natural Grocers lead diverse teams by embracing varied perspectives, nurturing collaboration, and promoting access to health and wellness for all employees and customers.