Aerie - Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters•Lexington, KY

11d

About The Position

The full-time Selling Team Leader is the Store Team Leader’s go-to partner for developing and implementing business strategy and leading daily store operations. The role focuses on training and coaching a high-performing sales team that delivers an outstanding guest experience, meets sales goals, maintains merchandising brand standards, and achieves operational excellence. The Selling Team Leader represents AEO’s values and serves as a key Leader on Duty.

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

Drive sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience.
Analyze reports and daily trends to make strategic business decisions and contribute to the store’s financial success.
Partner with the Store Team Leader to develop short- and long-term business plans that drive key KPIs.
Motivate and inspire the team through AEO’s core values and hold team members accountable for customer service standards.
Recruit and hire talent to ensure the store is staffed to meet business needs.
Train and develop team members to provide 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.
Ensure Fitting Rooms are guest-ready and meet AEO Brand Standards.
Maintain store safety standards, uphold Asset Protection standards, and follow AEO policies and procedures.

Benefits

Eligible associates may receive health care benefits, including medical, vision, and dental.
Wellness benefits.
401(k) retirement benefits.
Life and disability insurance.
Employee stock purchase program.
Paid time off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay, subject to job level, job type, location, employment classification, and years of service.
Parental leave and benefits.
Potential discretionary bonuses and other incentives.
40% year-round product discount at AE and Aerie, plus additional seasonal discounts.
Store contests offering chances to win free merchandise and other exclusive prizes.
Development opportunities, opportunities to learn new skills, and potential for career advancement.