Aerie - Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters • Philadelphia, PA

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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 team that delivers an outstanding guest experience, achieves sales goals, maintains brand merchandising standards, and supports operational excellence. The Selling Team Leader represents company values and leads authentically.

Requirements

• Previous experience leading teams in a retail management role.
• Ability to multitask and attention to detail, with 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

• Love of 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 reports 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, model leadership, and hold associates accountable to customer service standards on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
• Recruit and hire talent to ensure the store is staffed to meet business needs.
• Train and develop associates to support outstanding service.
• Provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching; prioritize team touch bases, development plans, and performance reviews, and celebrate team performance.
• Execute and improve daily operational procedures, support visual standards throughout store zones, and keep Fitting Rooms guest-ready and aligned with brand standards.
• Maintain store safety standards, follow Asset Protection standards, and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 40% year-round product discount at AE and Aerie, plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets.
• Store contests offering opportunities to win free merchandise and other exclusive prizes.
• Development opportunities, the chance to learn new skills, and potential for career advancement.
• Opportunity to work with the AEO team and its community of associates.

What This Job Offers

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