AE - Merchandising Team Leader; Assistant Manager

Overview

AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager) role at American Eagle Outfitters Inc. This is a full-time position focused on developing and implementing the Merchandising strategy for the store, training and coaching the team, and ensuring store standards in alignment with AEO brand visuals and guest experience.

• You are the Store Team Leader's go-to for developing and implementing the Merchandising strategy for the store.
• Train and coach your team into great merchants delivering AEO brand Visual standards daily.
• Lead floorset execution, merchandising, and marketing brand standards to maintain guest-ready stores through effective replenishment.
• Drive sales as a Leader on Duty (LOD) by maximizing fitting room and salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience.
• Analyze reporting and daily trends to make strategic business decisions and contribute to the store's financial success.
• Develop short- and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs in partnership with the Store Team Leader.
• Coach and develop team performance through real-time feedback, development plans, and performance reviews to drive associate engagement.
• Recruit and hire strong talent to ensure appropriate staffing and maintain outstanding service levels.
• Maintain visual standards throughout the store and ensure fitting rooms are guest-ready and aligned with AEO Brand Standards.
• Adhere to store safety, Asset Protection standards, and AEO policies and procedures.

• You love AE and Aerie products.
• Experience leading teams in a retail management role.
• Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, priority-setting, and time management.
• Ability to lead and develop teams and a general understanding of employment law.
• Business acumen and flexible availability to work when guests shop.

American Eagle is a leading American jeans and apparel brand, the go-to destination for casual style, embraced by generations of youth since 1977. We are rooted in authenticity, powered by positivity and inspired by our community. Our collections are designed to inspire self-expression and empower our customers to celebrate their own uniqueness. We have broadened our leadership by producing innovative, sustainable fabrics.

• Actual starting pay is determined by factors including relevant experience and location.
• Health care benefits (medical, vision, dental), wellness benefits, 401(k), life and disability insurance, employee stock purchase program, paid time off, paid sick leave, and parental leave and benefits (eligibility may apply).
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level/type, location, classification, and years of service.
• AEO may provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives.

• Job Identification: 22842
• Job Category:
  Stores
• Posting Date:
• Job Schedule:
  
  Full time
• Locations:
  Bowling Green, KY, United States

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