General Manager (CCO) Honest Weight Food Co-op
- Date Posted September 27, 2021
- Location Albany, NY
- Category Business
- Job type Full-Time
About the Role
The Honest Weight Food Co-op is more than a grocery store. As a food cooperative with strong Member-Owner involvement, we are a community of people who care about food, about each other, and about the future of the planet.
We are looking for a uniquely qualified individual who can bring together a symphony of voices, talents, and perspectives and help create a common sense of purpose around our organization's future.
This role requires a person with strong values, solid business acumen, exceptional people skills, a commitment to diversity and inclusion, and passion for our mission.
What You'll Do
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Work closely with a wide variety of stakeholders (including Member-Owners, Staff, community members, the Board) to facilitate decisions that align with our mission
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Clearly communicate issues related to store operations, community engagement and organizational change to the Board, Member-Owners, Staff and others
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Create an environment where all voices and perspectives are heard and respected
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Oversee all store and business operations
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Support and promote the Member-Owner time investment program
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Increase sales and increase our overall community impact
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Basic Qualifications
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Degree in Business, Management or related field, or commensurate experience
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7-to-10 years of experience in a leadership role in an organization of similar size
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Experience managing the operations of a customer-facing retail store
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A demonstrated commitment to collaboration and inclusion in interacting with others
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working in a coop, B-Corporation, or similar “triple bottom line” (People, Planet, Profits) / values-driven organization
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