AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

About the role

The full-time Merchandising Team Leader is responsible for developing and implementing the Merchandising strategy for the store. The role involves training and coaching the team to deliver AEO brand Visual standards, ensuring the store is always "guest ready," and representing company values.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales 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 develop short and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs.

• Coach the team to ensure they deliver an outstanding guest experience and maintain AEO Brand Standards.

• Maintain visual standards throughout the store and ensure Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready.

• Recruit and hire strong talent to meet business needs and train and develop the team to ensure they provide outstanding service.

• Provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching, develop team touchbases, and drive associate engagement by celebrating outstanding performance.

• Ensure store safety standards are maintained and adhere to AEO's policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• A passion for driving sales and a proven track record in retail management roles.

• Attention to detail and strong time management skills.

• Experience in leading and developing teams and understanding employment law.

• Business acumen and flexibility in availability.

Benefits

• Health care benefits (medical, vision, and dental)

• Wellness benefits

• 401(k) retirement benefits

• Life and disability insurance

• Employee stock purchase program

• Paid time off

• Paid sick leave

• Holiday pay varies by job level and type, job location, employment classification, and years of service.

• Discretionary bonuses and other incentives at the discretion of AEO.

Pay

Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location. Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits, wellness benefits, 401(k) retirement benefits, life and disability insurance, employee stock purchase program, paid time off, paid sick leave, and parental leave and benefits. Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service.