Retail Associate Manager: Lead Brand & Team Impact

J.Crew; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Bonus programs

Discounts on apparel

PTO plan

401(k) matching

Insurance

Tech discounts

Job summary

J.Crew is seeking an Associate Manager to join the leadership team at a fast-paced retail store. You will partner with the Store Director to drive profitability, coach staff, and uphold brand standards across merchandising, operations, HR, and service.

You’ll own a division, recruit and train teammates, and foster a collaborative environment while exceeding goals with exceptional customer service. You may step into various sales-floor roles as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-time 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.
• Scheduling flexibility, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Lift and move at least 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Store Director to act as a shared business owner 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.
• Support Store Director with recruiting, training and development efforts.
• Partner with Store Director and management team 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.
• 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.

Skills

Retail management

Brand passion

Fashion awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Flexible hours

Physical stamina

Job description

J.Crew is seeking an Associate Manager to join the leadership team at a fast-paced retail store. You will partner with the Store Director to drive profitability, coach staff, and uphold brand standards across merchandising, operations, HR, and service.

You’ll own a division, recruit and train teammates, and foster a collaborative environment while exceeding goals with exceptional customer service. You may step into various sales-floor roles as needed.