Aerie - District Team Leader (District Manager)
Position Summary
The role of the District Team Leader is to drive the company’s key performance indicators by delivering an exceptional customer store experience through the Store Team Leaders they supervise.
Responsibilities
Leadership: Motivate team through a compelling vision and direction to encompass American Eagle Outfitter’s Core values. Form partnerships with upward management and key business partners. Act as a leader amongst peers in the field and with Home Office. Lead consistent store visit evaluations and provide proactive feedback.
People Development: Recruit, hire, develop and retain top management talent for the region, to include filling all open positions in a timely manner. Develop an effective succession plan that leads to internal promotions. Train store leadership and create development plans. Recommend and approve all salaries and wage changes in conjunction with conducting and approving performance appraisals for management.
Visual Merchandising: Ensure that all visual directives are executed seamlessly and within scheduled time frame and allotted payroll budget. Maintain extensive knowledge of product assortment and key items. Communicate current trends and competitor strategies in the market. Ensure stores are properly assorted in partnership with Regional Director and Allocation. Analyze, identify and capitalize upon opportunities for increasing revenue and profitability.
Drive for Results: Drive brand loyalty through demonstrating sales leadership, coaching and connecting with the customer experience. Establish and lead the execution of district business strategies to drive store Key Performance Indicator (KPI) results that maximize performance and achievement of sales plan and goals. Control all aspects of the annual budget process, to include sales, controllable expenses, payroll and annual shrink results. Communicate business needs for the district and company that play an active role in driving results. Plan and execute effective, productive store visits reviewing KPI performance, Personnel, Visual Merchandising, Operations and key‐business initiatives. Hold Store Team Leaders accountable for execution of all operational responsibilities and instill a high standard for compliance.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain/Logistics, Finance, or related field preferred
6+ years of progressively more responsible retail experience, including at least 3+ years of Store Management experience
3+ years of multi-store supervision experience strongly preferred
Overnight and daily travel is required
High degree of proficiency in Google suite, Gmail & Internet applications
Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team
Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
About the Role
The District Team Leader supervises Store Leadership Teams and drives the company’s key performance indicators by delivering an exceptional customer store experience.