Aerie - Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters • Sioux Falls, SD

3d

About The Position

The full-time Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager) serves as the Store Team Leader’s go-to partner in developing and implementing business strategy and leading daily store operations. The role focuses on training and coaching a high-performing sales team that delivers a strong guest experience, achieves sales goals, maintains merchandising standards, and supports operational excellence. The Selling Team Leader represents company values and leads by example.

Requirements

• Previous experience leading teams in a retail management role.
• Ability to multitask with attention to detail, prioritization, and time management.
• Ability to lead and develop teams.
• General understanding of employment law.
• Business acumen.
• Flexible availability to work when guests shop.
• Passion for AE and Aerie products.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales as a Leader on Duty 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 that contribute to the store’s financial success.
• Partner with the Store Team Leader on short- and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs.
• Motivate and inspire the team using AEO’s core values and hold team members accountable to customer service standards.
• Recruit and hire talent to staff the store according to business needs.
• Train and develop team members to deliver outstanding service.
• Provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching, team touch bases, development plans, and performance reviews.
• Drive associate engagement by recognizing and celebrating team performance.
• Execute and improve daily operational procedures and support visual standards throughout the store.
• Maintain guest-ready Fitting Rooms that meet AEO Brand Standards.
• Maintain store safety and Asset Protection standards and follow 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