Aerie - 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 contributing to the overall financial success of the store.
Develop short and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs, working closely with the Store Team Leader.
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 leading day-to-day merchandising, sell-through adjustments, and replenishment.
Have a keen eye for merchandising opportunities and be ready with a game plan to take action!
Motivate and inspire your team through AEO's core values, holding them accountable to customer service standards.
Execute and innovate daily operational procedures, maintain visual standards throughout the store, and ensure Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and represent AEO Brand Standards.
Ensure store safety standards are maintained, 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.
Ability to multi-task and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are strong suits.
General understanding of employment law.
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 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.
Schedule
Full time
Locations
Gilbert, AZ, United States