Store Manager - White River Jct. Store. - Full Time

We are a cooperative; cooperation is at the heart of everything we do. At our Co-op we believe cooperation means creating space for everyone. We strive to bring individuals together from diverse backgrounds cultures and life experiences to achieve shared goals. We practice kindness and foster a workplace where respect acceptance equity honesty and belonging are more than values they are lived every day.

Why Because connection strengthens us. It helps us build the ecosystem we want to work in and be part of.

Andbecause kindness matters! Kindness nurtures community and communities thrive when we all work together. If youre passionate about community and making a difference wed love to work with you.

Green Mountain Lion Corp. has been retained to conduct this search. Interested candidates must apply by submitting their resume and a cover letter to Sydney Russell at . Applicants that apply through the Co-op website or any job hosting site will not be considered. Applications will be considered through Friday October 10th.

Position Overview:

The Store Manager serves as a key strategic leader of the Co-op Food Store responsible for shaping and executing the vision culture and operational success of the store. This role goes beyond daily operations to focus on developing and implementing strategies that elevate the customer experience optimize financial performance strengthen employee engagement and advance the Co-ops mission of social responsibility environmental sustainability and financial strength for both short and long term gains.

In partnership with Human Resources Marketing Merchandising and the Assistant Store Manager and through strategic workforce planning financial forecasting and talent development the Store Manager ensures the store thrives in a competitive marketplace while fostering a positive inclusive and high-performance culture.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Customer & Community Leadership:
   1. Define and implement strategies to enhance the customer experience build loyalty and expand the Co-ops presence in the community
2. Financial & Operational Strategy:
   1. Develop and manage annual budgets forecasts and performance targets
   2. Monitor financial and operational goals to ensure sustainable growth and profitability
   3. Provide input on how to correct under-performing areas through analysis of financials
3. People & Culture Development:
   1. Partner with HR to recruit retain and develop top talent
   2. Mentor leaders build career pathways and ensure accountability through performance management systems
4. Merchandising & Market Growth:
   1. Collaborate with Merchandising to shape product strategy optimize inventory and drive sales initiatives that align with customer needs and market trends
5. Risk Safety & Compliance:
   1. Ensure strict compliance with labor health safety and regulatory standards
   2. Proactively manage risks and implement practices that safeguard staff members and assets
6. Co-op Mission Stewardship:
   1. Champion and model the Co-ops triple bottom line approach and Open Book Management practices ensuring transparency inclusion and shared accountability
   2. Work with the Merchandising department to assist with the development of new sales strategies

Essential Leadership Functions:

1. Lead strategic initiatives to grow sales profitability and customer loyalty
2. Create and sustain an outstanding store environment that reflects Co-op standards
3. Partner with Operations and/or HR on workforce planning recruitment and succession strategies
4. Build high-performing teams through coaching mentoring and development
5. Conduct in-depth financial and operational analyses to identify opportunities and address underperformance
6. Partner with merchandising and inventory teams to maximize profitability and customer value
7. Implement safety security and risk management procedures and provide feedback on the processes
8. Foster strong collaborative relationships with members and staff
9. Lead cultural initiatives that promote accountability inclusivity and alignment with Co-op values
10. Serve as a visible role model of leadership integrity and customer commitment

Required Skills/Experience and Attributes:

1. 57 years of progressive retail management experience grocery preferred
2. Demonstrated success in leading teams driving sales and managing P&L responsibility
3. Bachelors degree in Business Administration or related field preferred
4. Proven ability to design and execute strategic plans with measurable business outcomes
5. High level knowledge of operations management budgeting merchandising inventory and margin control
6. Exceptional leadership communication and change management skills
7. Commitment to employee engagement workforce development and collaborative leadership

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employees are people with different strengths experiences and backgrounds. We share a common passion for our member-owned Co-op communities and for improving peoples lives.

Diversity not only includes race and gender identity but also age disability status veteran status sexual orientation religion and many other parts of ones identity. Every point of view helps shape our success and fostering inclusion is everyones responsibility.