Store Manager
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : Klamath Falls, OR
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $79,000.00/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.12/02/2025
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 nutritional product knowledge and hands-on leadership in its Store Manager role. Managers are expected to balance customer service excellence with operational oversight, including food safety compliance, staff development, and inventory management, making it distinct from typical retail positions in Klamath Falls.
Effective Store Managers at Natural Grocers combine integrity with motivational skills, fostering a respectful environment. They are proactive in training staff on customer service and product expertise while maintaining high operational standards, which drives store profitability and team growth.
Managers often juggle maintaining stock levels, ensuring perishables rotate properly, handling customer concerns, and managing staff schedules. In Klamath Falls, adapting to local customer preferences and maintaining compliance with state food safety laws are also critical daily tasks.
The Store Manager role offers a competitive salary starting at approximately $79,000 per year, aligning with local market rates. This reflects the managerial responsibilities including staff leadership, sales performance, and operational compliance in the Klamath Falls area.
Yes, Oregon requires Store Managers to maintain up-to-date food safety certifications as mandated by state and county regulations. Additionally, forklift certification is often necessary to comply with safety standards in grocery retail operations.
Klamath Falls presents a moderate demand for Store Managers with less competition compared to Portland or Eugene. Salary expectations may be slightly lower, but candidates benefit from a close-knit retail community and opportunities for career progression within local chains like Natural Grocers.
Natural Grocers encourages internal growth, offering Store Managers opportunities to ascend to district or regional management roles. The company supports development through training, cross-departmental experience, and leadership mentoring focused on natural foods retail expertise.
Beyond competitive pay, Natural Grocers provides benefits such as paid nutrition education, a health and wellness program, and scheduled wage increases. Managers also access career development resources and employee assistance programs, fostering a balanced work-life culture.
Managers play a pivotal role in cultivating an inclusive workplace by respecting diverse backgrounds and ideas. They lead teams that mirror community diversity, supporting equitable access to health and wellness, which aligns with Natural Grocers’ commitment to fostering a thriving, inclusive environment.
The role requires frequent physical activity, including lifting up to 50 lbs., standing, walking, and using fine motor skills throughout shifts. Managers also work in environments with variable temperatures and occasional exposure to noise and dust, typical for grocery retail settings in Klamath Falls.