AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters • Mashantucket, CT

21h

About The Position

The full-time Merchandising Team Leader is the Store Team Leader’s go-to person for developing and implementing the store’s merchandising strategy. The role leads, trains, and coaches the team to deliver AEO visual and brand standards, execute floorsets, maintain merchandising and marketing standards, and keep the store guest-ready through effective replenishment.

As a key Leader on Duty, the Merchandising Team Leader helps drive sales and guest loyalty, contributes to the store’s financial performance through analysis of reporting and daily trends, and supports development of short- and long-term business plans. The position also leads day-to-day merchandising and operational execution, supports talent recruitment and development, and helps maintain a safe store while following asset protection standards and company policies.

Requirements

• Previously led teams in a retail management role.
• Able to multitask, with attention to detail, priority-setting, and time-management skills.
• Able to lead and develop teams.
• General understanding of employment law.
• Business acumen.
• Flexible availability to work when guests shop.

Nice To Haves

• Love of AE and Aerie products.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a strong guest experience.
• Analyze reporting and daily trends to make strategic business decisions and contribute to the store’s financial success.
• Support the Store Team Leader in developing short- and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs.
• Coach the team to deliver a strong guest experience and meet AEO Brand Standards.
• Lead day-to-day merchandising, sell-through adjustments, replenishment, and floorset execution.
• Identify merchandising opportunities and develop plans to address them.
• Motivate and inspire the team through AEO’s core values, model leadership, and hold the team accountable to customer service standards.
• Recruit and hire talent so the store is staffed to meet business needs.
• Train and develop team members to support outstanding service.
• Provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching, team touchbases, development plans, and performance reviews; support associate engagement by celebrating performance.
• Execute and improve daily operational procedures and support visual standards throughout store zones.
• Ensure Fitting Rooms are guest-ready and meet AEO Brand Standards.
• Maintain store safety standards, follow Asset Protection standards, and adhere to AEO policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 40% year-round product discount at AE and Aerie, with additional seasonal discounts during new Floorsets.
• Store contests offering chances 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