Assistant Manager

J.Crew Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay and bonus program

Up to 60% discount on branded products

Discounts on entertainment, travel,  f

401(k) plan with company matching

Medical and Prescription coverage

Job summary

J.Crew Factory in Columbus, OH is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a sales team, protect brand integrity, and drive store profitability through genuine customer connections and community engagement.

You will support the Store Director, coach associates, manage store operations, participate in recruiting and training, and stay current with fashion trends while promoting teamwork, flexibility, and exceptional service.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of retail management experience with a similar scope.
• Strong customer service focus and brand advocacy.
• Ability to stay current with fashion trends and industry developments.
• Teamwork, flexibility, and courteous store conduct.
• Scheduling flexibility including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Director and Associate Store Manager to directly impact business results.
• Own designated division (Visual Merchandising, Operations, HR, Service & Selling).
• Manage store operations, systems, and technology with accountability.
• Assist with recruiting, training and development as needed.
• Lead fit sessions to boost product knowledge and customer connection.
• Engage the community and build loyalty through events.

Skills

Retail management

Team leadership

Flexibility

Customer service

Job description

## Assistant ManagerApply: Columbus, OH, USA (Easton Town Center - J.Crew): Full time: Posted Today: 129466**Our Story**J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion.Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting.Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are.**Job Summary**As an Assistant Manager, you're a part of the leadership team. You help drive profitability through genuine customer connections, brand loyalty, and strong community engagement. You'll provide immediate feedback and coaching to the sales team to maximize performance. You will also collaborate with the rest of the leadership team to adapt strategies for business success and ensure smooth operational support as needed.**What You’ll Do*** Support the Store Director & Associate Store Manager to directly impact business results with a meaningful connection to every aspect of the brand while maximizing profitability.* Own your designated division of responsibility (Visual Merchandising, Operations, HR, Service & Selling, etc.)* Manage store operations, systems, and technology while ensuring accountability.* Assist Store Director & Associate Store Manager with recruiting, training and development efforts, if needed.* Partner with Store Director and Associate Store Manager to curate a collaborative working environment for all associates.* Ensure the team is always on track to exceed goals and provide best-in-class customer service.* Lead fit sessions that boost product knowledge for associates to elevate authentic customer connection.* Come up with innovative ways to engage the community and build loyalty through events.* Can step into a variety of roles on the sales floor, if needed.**Who You Are*** Have 1-2 years of retail management experience with a similar scope.* Passionately support our brand, customers, and teams.* Stay up to date with current fashion trends and industry developments.* Embrace teamwork, flexibility, and courtesy while executing tasks.* Innovate and champion new ideas while navigating uncertainty, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.* Have scheduling flexibility, including nights, weekends and holidays.* Must bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry and move at least 40 pounds | 18 kilos.**Some Perks and Benefits****Part-Time*** Competitive base pay and bonus programs* Up to 60% discount on branded product from J. Crew, J. Crew Factory, and Madewell* Entertainment, travel, fitness, and mobile technology discounts* 401(k) plan with company matching donations* Medical and Prescription coverage**Full-Time*** Competitive base pay and bonus programs* Up to 60% discount on branded product from J. Crew, J. Crew Factory, and Madewell* Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) plan, including paid holidays* 401(k) plan with company matching donations* Medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance* Entertainment, travel, fitness, and mobile technology discountsSee our full list of benefits hereNote: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.Hourly Range: $17.75 - $22.30At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.