AE - Sales Leader (Full-Time)
About The Position
As a full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by leading strong Leader on Duty (LOD) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You help manage daily store operations, train and motivate associates, and drive sales results while representing the company’s values. You lead salesfloor and fitting-room productivity, build guest loyalty, and support the Store Leadership Team in maximizing business opportunities and key performance indicators. You recruit, hire, train, and develop associates; set clear goals; provide real-time coaching and feedback; and celebrate strong performance. You also execute and improve visual and operational procedures, including shipment processing, merchandising moves, and visual standards. You help maintain guest-ready fitting rooms, store safety, and Asset Protection standards, and follow 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.
- Business acumen.
- Flexible availability to work when guests shop.
Nice To Haves
- Love of AE and Aerie products.
Responsibilities
- Lead Leader on Duty shifts and support daily store operations as needed.
- Drive sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through an excellent in-store experience.
- Support Store Leadership in maximizing business opportunities and driving KPI results.
- Motivate and inspire associates through AEO’s core values, model leadership, and hold associates accountable to service standards.
- Recruit and hire talent to ensure the store is staffed to meet business needs.
- Train and develop associates to provide outstanding service and support a Guest First culture.
- Set clear, attainable goals for Sales and Stock Associates and provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching.
- Celebrate outstanding performance and promote associate engagement.
- Execute and innovate daily visual and operational procedures, including shipment processing, merchandising moves, and visual standards.
- Ensure Fitting Rooms are guest-ready and meet AEO Brand Standards.
- Maintain store safety and Asset Protection standards and adhere to company policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Opportunities for development, learning new skills, and career advancement.
- 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.
- A supportive team environment described as the AEO family.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
