AE - Sales Leader (Full-Time)
About The Position
As a full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by leading effective Leader on Duty (LOD) shifts, delivering a strong guest experience, and overseeing daily store operations as needed. You train, motivate, and celebrate associates while driving sales results and representing the company’s values. The role combines sales leadership, associate development, visual execution, and store operations. You help maximize salesfloor and fitting room productivity, build guest loyalty, coach associates, and maintain store safety, asset protection, and brand standards.
Requirements
- Previous experience leading teams in a retail management role.
- Ability to multitask with attention to detail, prioritization, and time-management skills.
- Business acumen.
- Flexible availability to work when guests shop.
- Passion for AE and Aerie products.
Responsibilities
- Lead Leader on Duty shifts and support the Store Leadership Team with daily store operations.
- Drive sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a strong in-store experience.
- Support Store Leadership in pursuing business opportunities and improving KPI results.
- Motivate and inspire associates through AEO’s core values, and hold them accountable to service standards.
- Recruit and hire talent to ensure the store is staffed for 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 and real-time coaching.
- Drive associate engagement by recognizing and celebrating strong performance.
- Execute and improve daily visual and operational procedures, including shipment processing, merchandising moves, and visual standards.
- Keep Fitting Rooms guest-ready and aligned with AEO Brand Standards.
- Maintain store safety standards, follow Asset Protection standards, and adhere to company policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Opportunities for development, learning new skills, and career advancement.
- Year-round 40% product discount at AE and Aerie, plus additional seasonal discounts.
- Store contests offering opportunities to win free merchandise and other prizes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
