Aerie - Merchandise Leader (Part-Time)

About the role

The Merchandise Leader is the Merchandising Team Leader's right-hand person in ensuring the store adheres to AEO Brand Visual Standards. The role involves executing effective Floorsets, managing marketing and merchandising updates, and ensuring the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment.

Responsibilities

• Support driving an outstanding guest experience in partnership with the Merchandising Team Leader by ensuring the store is representative of AEO Brand Standards.
• Drive killer Floorset execution by training and coaching the Floorset team, setting clear productivity goals, and ensuring all areas of the store are effectively executed to Floorset standards - from uppers and bustforms to tables and wardrobers.
• #Own day-to-day merchandising, sell-through adjustments and replenishment. Ensure a keen eye for merchandising opportunities and be ready to game plan with leadership and take action!
• Ensure the merchandising team's #1 priority is always the guest experience. Champion a culture of recognition and celebrate wins with the team!
• Maintain store safety standards on the Salesfloor and in the Stockroom. Adhere to AEO policies and procedures. Participate in store contests for the chance to win FREE merchandise and other exclusive prizes.

Requirements

• Love AE and Aerie products.
• Have strong retail merchandising and visual skills.
• Have a history of retail work.
• Have flexible availability.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Experience with priority-setting and time management.
• Commitment to shrink-reducing strategies and adherence to AEO policies and procedures.

Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Flexibility with availability.
• Effective merchandising and visual skills.

Benefits

• Opportunities for development and career advancement.
• 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets).

Pay

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Paid sick leave and AEO may provide REAL rewards at its discretion.

Schedule

• Part time