Offline - 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 and commit to shrink-reducing strategies.

Requirements

• Love AE and Aerie products.
• Have strong retail merchandising and visual skills with a history of retail work.
• Have flexible availability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Have attention to detail and priority-setting and time management skills.
• Have integrity and ensure store safety standards are maintained.

Qualifications

• Commitment to AEO's Real Good promise and sustainability initiatives.
• Experience in a similar role or related field.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for visual standards and guest experience.

Skills

• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Leadership and team-building skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to different work schedules.

Benefits

• Opportunities for development and career advancement.
• Access to 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets).
• Participation in store contests for the chance to win FREE merchandise and other exclusive prizes.

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. 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

Part time

Locations

Newark, DE, United States