Brand & Community Lead - Retail Assistant Manager

J.Crew; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay and bonus

Up to 60% discount on branded product

Entertainment, travel, fitness, and 
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401(k) plan with company matching

Medical and Prescription coverage

Job summary

J.Crew in Bloomington, MN is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a store team and help maximize profitability through strong brand connections and service excellence.

You will collaborate with the leadership team to implement strategies, coach the sales staff, and ensure smooth operations. This role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays and a hands‑on approach to driving results.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Teamwork, flexibility and courtesy in task execution.
• Strong problem‑solving skills for navigating uncertainty.
• Scheduling flexibility including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to bend, reach, and lift up to 40 pounds (18 kg).

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Director and Associate Store Manager to impact profitability with a brand-focused approach.
• Own divisions of responsibility (Visual Merchandising, Operations, HR, Service & Selling).
• Manage store operations, systems, and technology with accountability.
• Assist Store Director & Associate Store Manager with recruiting, training and development as needed.
• Partner to create a collaborative working environment for all associates.
• Ensure the team exceeds goals and delivers best-in-class customer service.
• Lead fit sessions to boost product knowledge and customer connections.
• Develop innovative ways to engage the community and build loyalty via events.
• Step into various roles on the sales floor as needed.

Skills

Retail management

Team leadership

Customer service

Problem solving

Flexibility

Scheduling

Physical stamina

Job description

J.Crew in Bloomington, MN is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a store team and help maximize profitability through strong brand connections and service excellence.

You will collaborate with the leadership team to implement strategies, coach the sales staff, and ensure smooth operations. This role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays and a hands‑on approach to driving results.