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 and ensuring the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment.
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 deliver an outstanding guest experience by ensuring the store is always representative of AEO Brand Standards.
Ensure the store stays in tip-top shape by leading day-to-day merchandising, sell-through adjustments, and replenishment.
Recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs and train and develop the team to ensure they provide outstanding service.
Execute and innovate daily operational procedures, maintain visual standards throughout every zone in the store, and ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and representative of AEO Brand Standards.
Maintain store safety standards, adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and do the right thing - always.
Qualifications
Loved AE and Aerie products.
Previous experience leading teams in a retail management role.
Multi-talented with attention to detail and strong priority-setting and time management skills.
Experience in leading and developing teams and understanding employment law.
Business acumen and flexibility in availability.
Benefits
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.
Holiday pay varies by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service.
Discretionary bonuses and other incentives at the discretion of AEO.