Pay: CA$28,000.00 - CA$30,000.00 per year
 

Job description:

Are you ready to take Cranbrook Farmers Market to the next level?
Are you passionate about building a sustainable and vibrant community? Do you enjoy working outdoors in contact with people, in a dynamic environment with flexible hours? The Cranbrook Farmer’s Market Society is currently seeking an active, reliable and responsible individual who is willing to take up the baton and make our local farmers market flourish!
 

The Market Manager, with professional innovative practices, leads the way in developing, organizing and maintaining the Cranbrook Farmer’s Market, fostering a community institution that is trusted, vibrant and entrepreneurial in spirit for both market vendors and their patrons.
 

Under general direction from the President/Board of Directors, the market manager has day-to-day responsibility for the successful operation of the farmers’ markets. This is a seasonal position at present with opportunity for expansion. Workload varies with market season. It is expected that the Manager will be on site on all market days. Other hours are flexible, as required to accomplish the required tasks in a timely manner:
 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Market Operations Management – Coordinates and oversees day-to-day operations of the market throughout the year. This includes, but is not limited to, invoicing and payment follow-up, collection of fees on market day, completion of Market Day Transaction Report, preparation of bank deposits, working with bookkeeper on payables and other receivables, booking location with City of Cranbrook, liaise with Market Music Coordinator for weekly performers.

2. Vendor Management
Processing market applications in Marketwurks, assignment of stall locations, overseeing/ensuring the logistics of setup/break down; the management of market volunteers; interfacing with the public and the vendors, resolution of conflicts or problems that may arise, and administering the Farmer’s Market Nutrition Coupon Program.

3. Vendor Relations – Develops and manages relationships with vendors, ensuring timely communications (e-mail, telephone, newsletters and in person) and resolution of issues or problems Monitors vendor operations and ensures compliance to Market Rules and Interior Health Guidelines where applicable. Works to recruit vendors as needed, screens applications and monitors quality of products and presentation. Provides orientation and tips to new vendors and offers ongoing support/communication to help ensure vendors’ success.

4. Market Customer Relations – Interacts with the public at the Markets and monitors and ensures the Market’s attractiveness and appeal. Develops recommendations to enhance/improve the Market and promotes the CFM in a positive, professional manner. Models and promotes collaborative and respectful communications and relationships.

5. Volunteer Management - Recruits volunteers as needed and provides initial training and ongoing direction/training as needed for market volunteers.

6. Planning – Works with and provides input to the Board of Directors in the development of business plans and manager’s work priorities. Performs regular market, vendors and customer’s assessments. Prepares reports and keeps the Board informed regarding the status of the Market(s) and progress toward established goals.

7. Financial Planning & Management – Works with bookkeeper to manage and maintain records of the organization’s revenues and expenses, providing monthly reports to the board. Processes fee payments, refunds, and banking activities. Works with and provides input to the Treasurer/Finance Committee on annual budget development. Manages resources within the constraints of the budget and long-range business plans and ensures compliance with financial controls. Continuously explores and pursues funding opportunities such as grants and sponsorships.

8. Market Promotions – Oversees all advertising and promotion of the market through traditional and social media, including paid ads, press releases, posters, postcards, website and social media upkeep, signage, banners, etc.

9. Board, Policies and Bylaws – Manager may assist Board with preparing Board’s meeting agendas, keeping records such as minutes, developing and updating policies and bylaws and registry of such, in compliance and up to date with current regulations.

10. Other Duties - Performs other duties as assigned from time to time by the President.
 

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Understanding of Cranbrook Farmer’s Market Society organization mission and mandate.

• Passion for local food/community sustainability and farmers markets.

• Incredible self-motivation, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.

• A strong ability to develop team relationships with market vendors, patrons and volunteers.

• Proficient computer and social media/marketing skills.

• A strong community connection.

• Post-Secondary education and/or relevant experience in a related field such as Sustainable Food Systems, Business/Marketing, Environmental Sciences, Event Planning, Management.

• Experience in personnel management, budgeting, operations management, working with multiple stakeholder groups/public, and experience in retail and/or other customer service.

• Experience running, vending, or volunteering at farmers’ markets.
   

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle capable of transporting market gear and equipment

• Availability to work every Saturday during outdoor season (May to October)

• Availability to work three days of the Winter Market

• · Provide Current employer references

• · Ability to work from a home office environment
   

Start date: April 6, 2026 or as soon as possible

Salary: $28,000 – $30,000/year on semi-monthly instalments, less applicable statutory deductions
*Approximately 25 hours per week on average with more hours required for Winter Market

Probation: 90 days from actual start date
 

Hours of work:
This is a seasonal position: April to Mid-December
Hours per week average : 25 hours - More during Winter Market
 

Reporting relationship:

• Reports to: The President of the Cranbrook Farmer’s Market Society

• Manager supervises the following organization’s positions: market volunteers and market assistant during outdoor season.

• Liaise with: Various Community stakeholders (eg. City of Cranbrook, Interior Health Authority, Downtown Business Association, Chambers of Commerce, Cranbrook Community Connections, School District, other Farmers Markets, BCFMA, etc.)
   

Following the initial probationary period, a progress and performance review will be conducted on a yearly basis to assess performance to-date, and to clarify or modify this arrangement, as the need may arise.
 

This arrangement may be terminated by either party upon notice in writing to either party with notice that complies with Employment Standards (or Labour Standards) for British Columbia.
 

Interested?
Please send your resume and cover letter to email:
manager@cranbrookfarmersmarket.com
Deadline is Friday March 20 at 4pm