Body Care Manager
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : San Antonio, TX, 78209
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $18.00/Hr. -Overview
The Job in a Nutshell:
The Body Care Manager is responsible for the successful operation and profitability of the Body Care department as well as training, directing and monitoring all department staff. Department Managers are responsible for the success of their own department and are required to fulfill the duties of the Manager on Duty (MOD) on a scheduled basis.
Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.
12/01/2025
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 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
A Body Care Manager plays a critical role by optimizing inventory, minimizing shrink, and crafting appealing merchandising displays, all of which drive sales. Their leadership in staff training and operational oversight directly influences department efficiency and overall store profitability.
Strong organizational abilities, effective team supervision, and conflict resolution are key. Additionally, a knack for multitasking under changing priorities and maintaining high customer service standards ensures smooth department operations and motivated personnel.
Daily tasks include managing inventory orders, merchandising product displays, training staff, handling customer inquiries, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. They also support cashier functions and collaborate with other departments to maintain seamless store operations.
San Antonio's retail sector shows steady demand for skilled managers in natural products, but competition varies. Candidates with retail supervisory experience and product knowledge in health and wellness often have an advantage in securing Body Care leadership roles.
Managers typically need to pass food safety training courses relevant to Texas regulations. Maintaining up-to-date certifications and adherence to local health codes ensures both legal compliance and consumer confidence in product safety.
Natural Grocers emphasizes integrity, inclusion, and wellness. The Body Care Manager is expected to embody these values by fostering a supportive team environment, promoting health education, and upholding the company’s commitment to diversity and quality customer experiences.
Beyond standard retail duties, this manager handles specialized product knowledge in natural and nutritional care, actively participates in demos, and utilizes inventory software like SAP and BEX, reflecting the company’s focus on wellness and operational precision.
The position offers a starting rate of approximately $18.00 per hour, aligning with regional retail management pay scales. This rate reflects the blend of supervisory duties and specialized knowledge required for managing the body care department.
Absolutely. Progression can lead to broader retail management roles, including store manager positions or specialized health and wellness coordinator roles. Developing cross-department expertise and leadership skills paves the way for upward mobility.
While clinical managers focus on patient care and healthcare operations, a Body Care Manager concentrates on retail management within the natural products space, emphasizing product knowledge, merchandising, and customer interaction rather than medical or clinical oversight.