AE - Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters • Bloomington, MN

3d

About The Position

The full-time Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager) is the Store Team Leader’s go-to partner in developing and implementing the store’s business strategy and leading daily operations. The role focuses on training and coaching the team to become high-performing sellers who provide an excellent guest experience, achieve sales goals, maintain merchandising standards, and deliver operational excellence. The Selling Team Leader represents the company’s values and leads by example.

Requirements

• Previous experience leading teams in a retail management role.
• Ability to multitask, attention to detail, and strong priority-setting 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

• Serve as a key Leader on Duty and 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 that contribute to the store’s financial success.
• Partner with the Store Team Leader to develop short- and long-term business plans and drive key KPIs.
• Motivate and inspire the team through AEO’s core values, model leadership, and hold associates accountable to customer service standards.
• Recruit and hire talent to ensure staffing meets business needs.
• Train and develop associates to provide outstanding service.
• Provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching, team touch bases, development plans, and performance reviews; support associate engagement by celebrating strong performance.
• Execute and improve daily operational procedures and support maintenance of visual standards throughout the store.
• 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 and learning new skills, with potential for career advancement.
• 40% year-round product discount at AE and Aerie, plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets.
• Store contests offering the chance to win free merchandise and other exclusive prizes.

What This Job Offers

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