AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The full-time Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager) is the Store Team Leader’s go-to for developing and implementing the store’s merchandising strategy. The role focuses on training and coaching the team to deliver AEO visual standards, execute floorsets, maintain merchandising and marketing standards, and keep the store guest-ready through effective replenishment. The Team Leader also represents the company’s values and leads by example.

As a key Leader on Duty, this position supports sales and store financial performance by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity, building guest loyalty, analyzing reports and daily trends, and helping develop short- and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs. The role leads merchandising, sell-through adjustments, replenishment, operational procedures, and visual standards throughout the store.

The position also recruits, hires, trains, and develops associates; provides ongoing feedback and coaching; supports team engagement and performance; and maintains store safety, Asset Protection standards, and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience leading teams in a retail management role.
• Ability to multitask with attention to detail, strong 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

• Passion for AE and Aerie products.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and implement the store’s merchandising strategy with the Store Team Leader.
• Lead and coach the team to meet AEO visual, merchandising, marketing, and customer service standards.
• Execute floorsets, day-to-day merchandising, sell-through adjustments, and replenishment.
• Keep the store and Fitting Rooms guest-ready and maintain visual standards throughout store zones.
• Serve as a key Leader on Duty and maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity to drive sales and guest loyalty.
• Analyze reporting 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.
• Recruit and hire talent to ensure the store is staffed for business needs.
• Train and develop associates, provide real-time coaching and ongoing performance feedback, and prioritize touchbases, development plans, and performance reviews.
• Motivate and inspire the team, promote associate engagement, and celebrate strong performance.
• Execute and improve daily operational procedures.
• Maintain store safety standards, follow Asset Protection standards, and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 40% year-round product discount at AE and Aerie, plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets.
• Store contests offering opportunities to win free merchandise and other exclusive prizes.
• Opportunities for development, learning new skills, and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed