District Manager

J.Crew

District Manager leading retail store teams to achieve operational excellence and profitability for J.Crew Factory. Fostering an inclusive culture and talent development within the Upstate NY area.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,800 - $155,400 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead store teams to deliver consistent business results, ensuring accountability for operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Collaborate across departments and functions to align district performance with company goals, using clear communication to drive action and understanding.
Develop strong talent pipelines by coaching, mentoring, and implementing succession planning to ensure leadership continuity.
Analyze district performance using data tools like PowerBi to identify challenges and execute action plans for underperforming locations.
Navigate operational complexity by aligning priorities, managing resources, and maintaining brand and operational standards.
Create and support an inclusive work culture where diverse teams feel valued, empowered, and motivated.
Communicate effectively at all levels-tailoring messages to influence, engage, and drive alignment.
Ability to travel regularly to stores within assigned area.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of District Management experience, including responsibility for leading, coaching, and developing store managers, driving sales and profitability, and ensuring consistent execution of company standards across multiple locations.
Skilled communicator with the ability to inspire teams and drive collaborations across functions.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills; able to manage complexity with confidence.
Proficient in retail technologies, reporting tools, and productivity systems.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (preferred).
Background in specialty retail or the apparel industry (preferred).
Demonstrated success turning around underperforming stores (preferred).
Experience with omnichannel retail and digital engagement strategies (preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 60% discount on branded product from J. Crew, J. Crew Factory, and Madewell
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) plan, including paid holidays
401(k) plan with company matching donations
Medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance
Entertainment, travel, fitness, and mobile technology discounts

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Hard Skills & Tools

district managementcoachingmentoringdata analysisperformance analysissales managementprofitability managementomnichannel retaildigital engagement strategiessuccession planning

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationdecision-makingproblem-solvingleadershipinspirationinfluenceadaptabilityteam buildingcultural inclusivity