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 contribute to the development of short and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs.
Coach the team to deliver an outstanding guest experience, ensuring the store is always representative of AEO Brand Standards.
Ensure the store stays in tip-top shape by managing day-to-day merchandising, sell-through adjustments, and replenishment.
Recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is staffed to meet business needs and train and develop the team to provide outstanding service.
Execute and innovate daily operational procedures, maintain visual standards throughout the store, and ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and representative of AEO Brand Standards.
Maintain store safety standards, adhere to AEO policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with employment laws.
Qualifications
A passion for driving sales and a commitment to delivering an outstanding guest experience.
Experience leading teams in a retail management role.
Attention to detail and strong time management skills.
Ability to lead and develop teams, understand employment law, and have business acumen.
Flexible availability to work when guests shop.
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
Parental leave and benefits
Discretionary bonuses and other incentives
Pay
Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including 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 holiday pay. 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.