AE - Sales Leader (Full-Time)

AEO; Burlington; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail company in Burlington is seeking a full-time Sales Leader to manage the Store Leadership Team and ensure an exceptional guest experience. In this role, you will oversee daily operations, motivate associates, and drive sales results while upholding the company's values. Ideal candidates possess retail management experience and a passion for the brand. Opportunities for personal development and significant discounts are offered.

Benefits

40% off AE & Aerie products year-round

Opportunities for personal development

Participation in contests with prizes

Qualifications

• Previous retail management experience leading teams.
• Flexible availability to work when guests shop.

Responsibilities

• Maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity.
• Motivate and inspire your team, ensuring service standards.
• Recruit, hire, and train talented associates.
• Set clear goals and provide ongoing feedback.
• Execute and improve visual and operational procedures.
• Maintain store safety and adhere to policies.

Skills

Retail management experience

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Time management

Business acumen

Passion for AE and Aerie products

Job description

YOUR ROLE

As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by managing Leader on Duty (LOD) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You oversee daily store operations as needed, motivate and train associates, and drive sales results. Most importantly, you embody our company values and bring your authentic self to work every day.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Driving sales: As a key LOD, you maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity, build guest loyalty through exceptional in-store experiences, and support Store Leadership in achieving KPI results.
• People leadership: You motivate and inspire your team, serve as a role model, and ensure associates uphold AEO's service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
• Talent development: You prioritize recruiting and hiring strong talent, and focus on training and developing associates to deliver outstanding service and uphold a Guest First culture.
• Teamwork and engagement: You set clear, attainable goals, provide ongoing feedback, and celebrate performance to motivate and engage your team.
• Visual & operational innovation: You execute and improve daily visual and operational procedures, including shipment processing, merchandising, and visual standards, ensuring the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and aligned with AEO Brand Standards.
• Integrity: You maintain store safety and Asset Protection standards, adhere to policies and procedures, and do the right thing always.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Passion for AE and Aerie products
• Previous retail management experience leading teams
• Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Business acumen
• Flexible availability to work when guests shop

WHY OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO

• Work with genuine, real people - our #AEOFamily
• Opportunities for personal development, skill-building, and career growth
• 40% off AE & Aerie products year-round, plus seasonal discounts
• Participation in contests with chances to win merchandise and exclusive prizes