Assistant Manager

Madewell • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Assistant Manager at Madewell, you are a key part of the leadership team, responsible for driving profitability through strong customer connections, brand loyalty, and community engagement. You will provide immediate feedback and coaching to the sales team to maximize their performance and collaborate with the rest of the leadership team to adapt strategies for business success and ensure smooth operational support as needed.

Requirements

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) plan, including paid holidays
• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees