AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)
About The Position
The full-time Merchandising Team Leader serves as the Store Team Leader’s go-to person for developing and implementing the store’s merchandising strategy. The role trains and coaches the team to meet AEO visual, merchandising, marketing, and floorset standards, and keeps the store guest-ready through effective replenishment. The Team Leader also contributes to sales and financial performance, leads and develops associates, supports store operations, and upholds company values, safety requirements, and Asset Protection standards. This role requires previous retail management leadership, strong team-development and business skills, attention to detail, and flexible availability to work when guests shop. The job posting lists benefits that eligible associates may receive, including health care, wellness, retirement, insurance, paid leave, parental benefits, and employee discounts.
Requirements
- Previous experience leading teams in a retail management role.
- Ability to multitask and strong attention to detail, prioritization, and time-management skills.
- Ability to lead and develop teams.
- General understanding of employment law.
- Business acumen.
- Flexible availability to work when guests shop.
Nice To Haves
- Enthusiasm for AE and Aerie products.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the store’s merchandising strategy in partnership with the Store Team Leader.
- Train and coach the team to deliver AEO visual, merchandising, marketing, and customer-service standards.
- Lead floorset execution, day-to-day merchandising, sell-through adjustments, and replenishment to keep the store guest-ready.
- Drive sales as a Leader on Duty by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a strong guest experience.
- Analyze reports and daily trends to make strategic business decisions and contribute to store financial success.
- Help develop short- and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs.
- Motivate and inspire the team through AEO’s core values, model leadership, and hold associates accountable to customer-service standards.
- Recruit and hire talent to ensure staffing meets business needs.
- Train and develop associates and provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching, touchbases, development plans, and performance reviews.
- Promote associate engagement and recognize strong team performance.
- Execute and improve daily operational procedures and maintain visual standards throughout store zones.
- Keep Fitting Rooms guest-ready and aligned with AEO Brand Standards.
- Maintain store safety standards, follow Asset Protection standards, and comply with AEO policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Eligible associates may receive health care benefits, including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
- Wellness benefits.
- 401(k) retirement benefits.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Employee stock purchase program.
- Paid time off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay, subject to job level, location, employment classification, and years of service.
- Parental leave and benefits.
- Potential discretionary bonuses and other incentives.
- 40% year-round discount on AE and Aerie products, with additional seasonal discounts.
- Store contests offering opportunities to win merchandise and other prizes.
- Opportunities for development, learning new skills, and career advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
