AE - Store Team Leader (Store Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters•Metairie, LA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

As the full-time Store Team Leader, you are the CEO of your store. You are an entrepreneurial-minded business owner who takes pride in maximizing the daily operations of your store. You are passionate about developing a strong team through effective coaching and training, you are a pro at making tough, strategic decisions to drive your business, you consistently deliver operational excellence and your store is always rocking AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, you bring your REAL self to work every day!

Requirements

Experience leading functional teams in a retail management role previously.
Ability to multi-task and have attention to detail; strong priority-setting and time management skills.
Knowledge of how to lead and develop teams and a general understanding of employment law.
A track record of effective communication and conflict management.
Strong business acumen.
Understanding of how to analyze reporting to drive sales.
Flexible availability to work when the guest shops.

Responsibilities

Drive sales by maximizing overall store productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience.
Create, manage and own your store's business plan to meet KPI goals.
Analyze reporting and daily sales trends to make real-time, innovative business decisions in order to achieve store financial goals, owning the controllable elements of your store's P&L.
Recruit, hire and retain a high-performing team.
Advocate for your team's development, encourage them to pursue internal opportunities, and ensure a clear career path for all associates through a succession plan.
Develop store leadership through leadership development training, performance feedback, individual development plans and annual performance reviews.
Champion a culture of teamwork and recognition by establishing and communicating goals, holding your team accountable to brand standards, and celebrating and rewarding outstanding performance daily.
Ensure your store consistently maintains AEO Brand Visual Standards by owning all visual and merchandising processes.
Manage Floorsets, merchandise adjustments and replenishment, ensuring your team understands their role in keeping the store guest-ready.
Maximize business through well thought-out scheduling by evaluating traffic, calendars and payroll reports, making adjustments to meet business needs.
Ensure payroll is in check and leverage top talent to deliver an impeccable guest experience.
Demonstrate integrity when making compensation decisions.
Ensure audit and shrink results meet Asset Protection Standards.
Follow AEO's policies and procedures and always do the right thing.

Benefits

Work with REAL people - #AEOFamily.
Opportunities for development, the chance to learn new skills, and great potential for career advancement.
40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets!).
Participate in store contests for the chance to win FREE merchandise and other exclusive prizes.
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.
Parental leave and benefits.
Holiday pay.
Discretionary bonuses and other incentives.