Assistant Manager

About usOur founder, Lena Bryant didn't set out to change fashion forever, but that's exactly what she did. 120 years later, Lane Bryant remains the iconic plus-size brand. Empowering women is kind of our thing. Our inclusive community of customers and associates champions the acceptance of all sizes, shapes, and people. If you believe in the power of clothes to create confidence and empower self-expression, you'll be at home here.

About the role

As Assistant Manager, you drive daily operational and brand excellence throughout the store. You are responsible for guiding the store team to deliver consistently positive customer experiences. You will work closely with the store leadership team to achieve store goals. As Assistant Manager, you prioritize coaching and leading on the sales floor while staying engaged with talent development, merchandising, and store performance. If you want to work for a brand that emphasizes empowering customers and associates in its community, Lane Bryant is the place for you.

The impact you can have

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Cultivate an inclusive and welcoming environment for associates and customers.

• Own the execution of daily store operations, visual standards, and action plans.

• Drive store results by implementing Lane Bryant customer experience, incentive, and product knowledge strategies.

• Deliver a fashion-focused Lane Bryant experience for customers.

• Partner with the store leadership team to recruit, hire, and develop a diverse team of talent.

• Collaborate with associates on merchandising, stocking the sales floor, and maintaining a clean, neat, well-presented store.

• Engage in company-sponsored community events and philanthropic initiatives.

You'll bring to the role

• 6 months specialty retail and management experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Strong communication, supervisory, and customer service skills

• Flexible availability – including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English

• Proficient with technology, including an ability to operate store systems accurately
   

Benefits

• Merchandise discount at our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Lane Bryant, plus you may also be eligible for discounts at other KnitWell Group brands

• Support for your individual development plus opportunity for growth within our family of brands

• A culture of giving back – opportunities to support our philanthropic partners that benefit local communities*

• Medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k) retirement*

• Time off – Paid time off & holidays*
   

 *Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills. Eligibility of certain benefits and associate programs is based on employment type, role, and location.

Location:

Store 4193-Williamsburg PrmOtl-LaneBryant-Williamsburg, VA 23188Position Type:Regular/Full timeEqual Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified people at all levels.  It is our policy in all employment decisions to ensure that all associates and potential associates are evaluated on the basis of qualifications and ability without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification under applicable law.  We do not discriminate in any of our employment policies and practices.  All associates are expected to follow these principles in all relationships with other associates, applicants, or others with whom we do business. 

The Company welcomes applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the application process.