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89th & Madison

Sells affordable women's wardrobe essentials

Assistant Store Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$17 - $20+ Monthly bonus incentives
Junior
Johnson Creek, WI, USA
In Person
RetailRetail Store Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Prior retail management experience is required; ideally, the candidate has at least one year of Assistant Manager experience.
  • The candidate must be results-oriented, strongly focused on sales, and capable of leading and coaching team members.
  • The candidate must be willing to initiate customer interactions and guide customers through the store.
  • The candidate must have strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with customers and corporate partners.
  • The candidate must be proficient with retail point-of-sale systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, email, and related technology.
  • The candidate must be able to lift, carry, or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds while merchandising the sales floor, and be comfortable using ladders or stairs.
  • The candidate must demonstrate proficiency in coaching and mentoring employees and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented team environment.
Responsibilities
  • Exceed personal and store sales goals, set a benchmark for the team, and facilitate the development of sales skills among team members.
  • Devise and implement sales strategies to optimize revenue, deliver an outstanding customer experience, and uphold key performance indicators.
  • Capture and manage client information, including phone numbers, email addresses, and physical addresses.
  • Identify customer needs, address objections, and resolve problems promptly.
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of store merchandise, pricing models, and the sales floor and stockroom layout.
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping and visual merchandising.
  • Use computer systems and applications, including point-of-sale systems, customer relationship management systems, and inventory management tools.
  • Enforce inventory security measures by following the company loss prevention program.
  • Follow store operational policies and procedures.
  • Assist the Store Manager in coaching and mentoring employees to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Collaborate with the Store Manager on recruiting and interviewing new employees and ensuring a seamless onboarding experience.

About the company

89th & Madison designs and sells women's clothing for everyday wear and focuses on affordable wardrobe essentials for casual and dressier settings. Its range spans knit tops, sweaters and woven separates, with petite and plus selections alongside regular sizes. Customers buy individual garments through physical stores and an online shop, where seasonal collections sit alongside everyday basics. The clothing is designed to move between workplace and weekend wear, and the broader catalog includes sleepwear and swimwear as well as accessories. The brand first sold through major retailers before developing its own retail channels to reach shoppers directly.

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What believers are saying

  • Orlando's May 2026 store-manager posting included monthly performance incentives.
  • Peoria's May 2026 assistant-manager posting promised two weekends off each month.
  • A dedicated app supports repeat customer contact: 89th & Madison promotes app discounts, early access and giveaways.

What critics are saying

  • A May 2026 Peoria listing specified variable full-time hours: 32-40 weekly, adjusted to business needs.
  • Online returns carry customer friction: 89th & Madison charges $7 per returned package and does not refund shipping.
  • Online fulfillment leaves little room for corrections: 89th & Madison prohibits cancellations and address changes after ordering.

What makes 89th & Madison unique

  • Fit anchors its pants proposition: Little Black Pants use ultra-stretch fabric designed to sculpt without restricting movement.
  • Layering is built into one garment: the Madison Sweater uses a built-in layered look.
  • Pricing follows a stated marketing tradeoff: the brand says prices exclude markups for celebrity endorsements and expensive advertising.

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