Market/Warehouse Manager

Market/Warehouse Manager Cold Country Salmon Falls Church, VA Job Details Full-time $60,000•$80,000 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Operations management Outdoor work Performance management Hiring Team management Decision making Recruiting Retail management

Full Job Description Location :

Falls Church, VA; in person

Compensation :

$60,000•$80,000 annual base salary (DOE), plus benefits, and a performance based bonus structure ($65,000•80,000+ annual target earning)

Position Type :

Full Time, weekend availability required

Application Deadline:

Open until filled; applications reviewed on a rolling basis Position Overview Cold Country Salmon is seeking a highly organized, accountable and hands-on Market Operations Manager to run weekend market operations, manage staff, and drive both retail and wholesale growth. This is a performance-driven role with upside tied to results. We are a locally owned and operated direct from fisherman business that sells wild-caught Alaskan salmon and other seafood in Virginia & the DMV. We participate in multiple high volume farmers markets each weekend as well as have a growing direct to consumer & wholesale business.

Key Responsibilities Weekend Market Operations:

oversee market prep; ensure each stand is properly stocked, staffed, and merchandised; troubleshoot issues in real time (staffing gaps, inventory shortages, equipment problems); move between locations and operate markets/supervise as needed to maintain performance

Staff Leadership & Hiring:

hire and onboard qualified market staff; train team on sales approach, product knowledge, and efficiency; manage scheduling and handle callouts; ensure accountability and strong performance across all staff; shadow each staff member 1x per quarter to provide support and maintain quality service

Market Oversight:

monitor sales by person, location and product; drive revenue through upselling and product bundling; identify underperforming location and implement coordinators; communicate with farmers market managers and coordinators as needed; report sales to market managers each month; maintain strong relationships and ensure smooth operations at each location

Inventory & Product Management:

allocate inventory across market stands based on expected demand; track product movement and report end of day inventory; minimize loss (thawing, overstocking, poor allocation); coordinate inventory needs in a timely manner with ownership; maintain freezers/refrigerators to ensure product quality

Wholesale Operations & Billing:

manage wholesale deliveries and logistics; ensure accurate invoicing and billing; support growth of wholesale accounts

Reporting and Communication:

provide end of day and weekend summaries including: sales by location, inventory remaining, issues and opportunities; communicate proactively with ownership Qualifications and Requirements Experience managing large teams in fast paced environments (retail, food service, logistics or markets) Strong organizational and problem solving skills Comfortable making independent decisions under pressure Physically capable of lifting and working outdoors Reliable transportation (multiple locations required) To apply, please submit the following to : Resume outlining relevant experience and qualifications Cover letter describing your interest in the position and how your experience aligns with Cold Country Salmon and the Market Operations Manager role

Pay:

$60,000.00•$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance

Shift:

Morning shift Ability to

Commute:

Falls Church, VA (Required)

Work Location:

In person