FARM RETAIL MANAGER
Full-time, Year-round
We are looking for an enthusiastic, sales-driven, and service-minded person to lead our farm retail operations. This position is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about working with a team to devise strategies to achieve sales goals, and who has a deep desire to build meaningful connections within their community.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Farm Retail Manager is responsible for identifying and maximizing retail sales opportunities, working directly with all other department managers, while maintaining the strong values and integrity that define our organization. This person will oversee farmstand retail operations and the Hello Café on a daily basis, with support from the Farmstand and Cafe Leads. The Farm Retail Manager manages sales through local farmers’ markets, wholesale markets, and our new order and delivery program. They will also provide guidance on marketing efforts in order to promote both sales and our mission.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Retail Management & Planning
Provide leadership to and manage the day-to-day operations of the farmstand and café with support from the Farmstand & Café Leads
Coordinate and collaborate with the Vegetable, Annuals & Perennials, and Kitchen Managers to develop and implement comprehensive plans for retail sales
Develop and retain a well-trained staff that is focused on superior customer relations and educating our community about our produce and products, as well as the overall mission of the farm
Manage the point of sale system for the farmstand, café, and farmers’ markets
Manage order fulfillment for our online order and delivery system
With support from the Farmstand and Café Leads, oversee the development of farmstand displays, merchandising, and point of purchase signage in order to increase farmstand sales
Coordinate staffing, stocking, and merchandising for local farmers’ markets with the Market Lead
Manage the farmstand side of CSA operations, with support from the Outreach and Engagement Coordinator (OEC)
Work with administrative staff and department managers to streamline communications between the farmstand and the rest of the farm
Sales & Budgeting
Complete annual budget projections for sales; regularly monitor and adjust with guidance from the Executive Director
As an active member of the management team, strategize and plan for future sales growth
Work with the Vegetable Production Manager to expand our local wholesale market through communication with restaurants and other local establishments
Other Organizational Responsibilities
Strive to further the mission of CCFEC by building community and striving to improve the quality of customers’ experiences
Support education initiatives and programs as appropriate (festivals, special events)
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills or Experience
2-3 years in a leadership role in a retail environment, ideally in a food retail or farm setting
Proven experience training and motivating staff
Experience managing a point of sale system
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven experience engaging customers in a successful retail sales environment
Detail oriented; comfortable working with numbers, metrics, and spreadsheets
Self-directed and highly motivated
Ability to work well as a team with a diverse set of co-workers
Desired Skills or Experience
At least 3 years of sales management experience, with demonstrated success
Up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in organic food sales
Experience managing and optimizing online ordering systems
A strong sense of aesthetics and the ability to create visually appealing retail displays
Knowledge of and enthusiasm about organic and regenerative agriculture is a plus
COMPENSATION
The Farm Retail Manager is a full time year-round position, with flexible hours especially during the off-season. The position is hourly with benefits including health insurance (100% of the group premium is employer paid), paid time off, fresh produce, and a 20% discount in our farmstand and café. Pay starts at $23 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]
Or apply with a resume and cover letter on our website: cedarcirclefarm.org
We will start interviewing candidates as they apply. The position will remain open until filled.