AE - Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters • Woodstock, GA

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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 deliver an outstanding guest experience, achieve sales goals, uphold merchandising brand standards, and maintain operational excellence. The Selling Team Leader models the company’s values and serves as a key Leader on Duty (LOD).

Requirements

• Previous experience leading teams in a retail management role.
• Ability to multitask, with attention to detail, prioritization, 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 strong guest experience.
• Analyze reporting 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, model leadership, and hold associates accountable to customer service standards.
• 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, 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 standards, follow Asset Protection standards, and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Development opportunities and opportunities to learn new skills and advance a career.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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