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Assistant Manager

J.Crew · Appleton, WI · $17.75–$22.30 an hour · Part time

Posted Jan 29, 2025 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you coached a sales associate in the moment. What did you say?

What they are checking: Whether they give specific, timely feedback that helps people improve on the floor.

Tell me about a time you had to address poor performance on your team.

What they are checking: Whether they handle performance issues directly, fairly and with documentation.

How do you role model the behaviors you want from your team?

What they are checking: Whether they lead by example, including stepping in on tasks when needed.

What would you do

How would you build customer loyalty and community engagement for a J.Crew Factory store?

What they are checking: Whether they have practical ideas for repeat customers and local connections.

Sales are behind plan halfway through the day. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they read the business, adjust coverage and coach the team in real time.

A customer complaint escalates to you. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they resolve issues calmly and protect both the customer relationship and the associate.

How do you partner with the store manager when you disagree on an approach?

What they are checking: Whether they can share a different view respectfully and then support the final decision.

How would you keep the team motivated during a slow season?

What they are checking: Whether they can sustain energy and focus when traffic and sales are down.

About the work

How do you decide where to place associates on the floor during a busy weekend?

What they are checking: Whether they deploy staff based on traffic, zones and individual strengths.

What store metrics do you watch, and how do you use them with your team?

What they are checking: Whether they understand conversion, units per transaction and average sale, and turn them into actions.

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The full job description

As published by J.Crew.

Our Story We’re J.Crew Factory, and we believe shopping should be fun. Our brand is built on creating timeless styles that last season after season—while still making sure to stay in front of what’s next. We also believe in looking like a million bucks, not spending it, which is why we go the extra mile to source the best fabrics at the most accessible prices. We also know that we have a responsibility to the planet and to humanity to choose eco-friendly fabrics and to support our factory workers, without compromise. We aim to cultivate high-quality employees so together, as a team, we can mirror our brand values: creativity, inclusion and collaboration. If this sounds like you, we want to talk. At J.Crew Factory, there are no strangers, only friends you haven’t met yet. Job Summary As an Assistant Manager, you are a key member of the leadership team. You’re responsible for supporting a profitable business--focusing on creating genuine connections that foster customer loyalty, love of the brand, and strong community engagement. You’re responsible for providing in-the-moment feedback and coaching so each team member can contribute at their highest potential. You’ll partner with your leadership team to make adjustments when needed to drive the business forward, while seamlessly stepping in on tasks when needed. Job Responsibilities • Be the role model for creating personalized connections with customers that drive loyalty and excitement for the brand. • Observe associate performance on the selling floor and assist if necessary to make a connection or sale. • Lead fit sessions that enhance product knowledge and fuel a style obsession. • Help associates make the most of each customer interaction by sharing specific actions to improve outcomes. • Ensure the team is always on track to make their goals and exceed customer expectations. • Own the selling floor and ensure that the right people are in the right place at the right time. • Be ready to step in for another manager as needed. • Plan and execute local events that tie to the community and fuel incremental traffic and sales. • Act in a manner that aligns with our values. (About you) You’ll be great in the role if you … • Love our brand, customers and teams. • Have a great fashion aesthetic and are plugged in to what’s happening in the industry and community. • Have a track record of setting and achieving goals. • Are energized by change; shift gears quickly and rally the team behind new strategies and projects. • Make smart decisions by: actively listening, understanding data and looking beyond the obvious. • Have a high school diploma or equivalent combo of education and experience. • Have 2 or more years of experience with similar scope, specialty retail preferred. • Communicate effectively and confidently. • Process information and operate store systems accurately. • Are available when we are busy, including: nights, weekends and holidays. • Are adept with technology and apps and familiar with industry-related blogs and feeds. • Must bend, reach, stretch for product as well as lift, carry and move at least 40 pounds | 18 kilos. • Must regularly move around all store areas and be accessible to customers. Before we wrap, a word about a few of our way cool perks… • Competitive base pay and bonus programs • Flexible days and hours • Amazing merchandise discounts • 24/7 free confidential help with a variety of personal and work concerns • Personal and professional development • Giving back –volunteer program, disaster relief funds, charitable matching donations* • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, ID theft, commuter benefit* • Time Away – paid time off, holidays, parental leave, disability leave, bereavement* • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions* *Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Hourly Range: $17.75 - $22.30 At 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. One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds. JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.

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