Assistant Store Manager
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : Beaverton, OR
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $62,000.00/Hr. -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.12/05/2025
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
Beaverton’s retail sector shows steady demand for assistant store managers, especially in health-focused grocers like Natural Grocers. The city’s growing population fuels competition, but candidates with grocery management experience and food safety certifications tend to stand out in the local hiring market.
Yes, Oregon typically requires store managers to maintain up-to-date food safety certifications, such as ServSafe or state-approved courses. Assistant store managers at Natural Grocers must comply with county and state regulations, ensuring their team meets all mandated health standards.
Key skills include team training, conflict resolution, inventory oversight, and customer engagement. Mastering scheduling and cross-department coordination also enhances leadership presence, creating opportunities to advance toward full store manager roles in retail environments.
Unlike general staff, assistant managers oversee store operations, manage department sales metrics, handle staff performance, and ensure compliance with company and safety policies. They spend significant time on the sales floor, balancing customer service with operational leadership.
This position involves analyzing sales data to optimize product mix, coordinating vendor orders for discounts, and ensuring perishables rotate properly. Their input directly impacts in-stock levels and markdown strategies, aligning inventory with customer preferences and profitability goals.
Beyond the $62,000 hourly salary, Natural Grocers offers birthday bonuses, vitamin bucks store credits, paid time off, health insurance for full-time staff, and retirement matching. These perks support wellness, career development, and work-life balance for assistant store managers.
Natural Grocers emphasizes diversity and inclusion, valuing unique life experiences and cultural backgrounds. The company fosters a health-focused culture with nutrition education benefits and encourages leadership that supports community wellness and equitable access to quality products.
Schedules generally cover 45 hours per week, including evenings and weekends, tailored to store needs. Flexibility is crucial, as managers must adapt to changing priorities while ensuring staff coverage and operational efficiency throughout business hours.
In Beaverton, assistant store managers earn around $62,000 hourly, which aligns with or slightly exceeds the national median for grocery retail management. The cost of living and local demand in Oregon contribute to competitive wages in this role.
Assistant managers assist in conducting thorough employee evaluations, identifying training needs, and recommending wage increases. They play a pivotal role in coaching staff on customer service excellence, product knowledge, and compliance with company standards.