Assistant Manager

J.Crew • Portland, OR

3d • $22 - $27

About The Position

As an Assistant Manager, you are part of the leadership team and help drive profitability through genuine customer connections, brand loyalty, and community engagement. You provide immediate feedback and coaching to the sales team to maximize performance, and collaborate with the leadership team to adapt strategies for business success and provide operational support.

You support the Store Director and Associate Store Manager in impacting business results and maximizing profitability. You own an assigned division of responsibility, such as Visual Merchandising, Operations, HR, or Service & Selling, and help manage store operations, systems, and technology. You may also support recruiting, training, and development, foster a collaborative environment, help the team exceed goals and deliver excellent customer service, lead product fit sessions, develop community events, and step into varied sales-floor roles as needed.

Requirements

• Have 1–2 years of retail management experience with a similar scope.
• Passionately support the 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 and demonstrating strong problem-solving skills.
• Have scheduling flexibility, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Bend, reach, and stretch for products; lift, carry, and move at least 40 pounds (18 kilos).

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Director and Associate Store Manager in driving business results and maximizing profitability.
• Own a designated division of responsibility, such as Visual Merchandising, Operations, HR, or Service & Selling.
• Manage store operations, systems, and technology while ensuring accountability.
• Assist with recruiting, training, and development efforts as needed.
• Partner with store leadership to create a collaborative working environment for associates.
• Keep the team on track to exceed goals and provide best-in-class customer service.
• Lead fit sessions to build associates’ product knowledge and strengthen customer connections.
• Develop innovative ways to engage the community and build loyalty through events.
• Step into a variety of roles on the sales floor as needed.
• Provide immediate feedback and coaching to the sales team to maximize performance.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and bonus programs.
• Up to 60% discount on branded products 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 plan, including paid holidays.
• Dental, vision, and life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed