Company description
Purple Carrot Market, a brand-new cooperative grocery store located in Little Falls, MN is ready to hire our General Manager. We are dedicated to providing local, sustainable, organic and clean conventional products to our members and community. We are committed to cooperative principles, equity, and fostering a thriving local food system.
Purple Carrot Market is a member of the Independent Natural Food Retailers Association (INFRA) with an anticipated opening in late 2026. Join our team now to participate in planning, product placement, building supplier relationships and hiring.
Job description
Position Summary: The General Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and operational management of the Purple Carrot Market ensuring the market remains financially sustainable, operationally efficient, and mission-aligned, while delivering high-quality service to owners, shoppers, and the broader community. For a full job description, please click here: https://www.purplecarrotmarket.coop/
The GM leads the market’s staff, executes policies and priorities set by the Board of Directors, and champions a vibrant, inclusive, and community-driven cooperative model.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Leadership & Strategic Management
- Financial Oversight
- Operations Management
- Human Resources & Staff Development
- Marketing, Outreach & Engagement
- Board Relationship & Governance
Little Falls: With an affordable cost of living, excellent schools, and abundant outdoor recreation, Little Falls, MN provides the perfect balance between professional fulfillment and personal well-being. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking and biking trails, fishing, paddling, local arts and cultural events, and a charming historic downtown. Located 90 minutes from the Twin Cities and conveniently located between St. Cloud and the Brainerd Lakes Area, the community offers the amenities of larger regional centers while maintaining the welcoming spirit and close relationships that define small-town living.
Salary range: $55,000-$65,000
Compensation
this position is: salaried, $50,000 - $75,000
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Deadline
November 15, 2026