AE - Sales Leader (Full-Time)

AEO; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a full-time Sales Leader in Kitchener. This role involves supporting store operations, driving sales, and leading a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Ideal candidates will have retail management experience and a passion for the brand.

Benefits

40% off products year-round

Opportunities for development and career growth

Participation in contests for free merchandise

Qualifications

• Previous retail management experience is required.
• Flexible availability to accommodate guest shopping hours.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and maximize store productivity.
• Lead and develop associates to uphold service standards.
• Innovate operational procedures and maintain store integrity.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Time management

Business acumen

Job description

YOUR ROLE

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

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Drive sales: As a key LOD, you excel at maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through an outstanding in-store experience. You support Store Leadership in maximizing business opportunities to achieve KPI results.
2. Lead people: You motivate and inspire your team through AEO's core values, serving as a role model and holding associates accountable to our service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
3. Talent development: You prioritize recruiting and hiring strong talent, and are dedicated to training and developing associates to uphold our Guest First culture and provide exceptional service.
4. Promote teamwork: You set clear, attainable goals for Sales and Stock Associates, provide ongoing feedback through real-time coaching, and celebrate outstanding performance to boost engagement.
5. Innovate operational procedures: You execute and improve daily visual and operational tasks, including shipment processing, merchandising, and visual standards, ensuring the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and aligned with AEO Brand Standards.
6. Maintain integrity: You uphold store safety, Asset Protection standards, adhere to policies, and always do the right thing.

YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF:

• You love AE and Aerie products.
• You have previous retail management experience.
• You excel at multi-tasking, attention to detail, and time management.
• You possess business acumen.
• You have flexible availability to accommodate guest shopping hours.

OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE:

• They work with genuine people — our #AEOFamily.
• They have opportunities for development, learning new skills, and career growth.
• They enjoy 40% off products year-round at AE & Aerie, plus seasonal discounts.
• They can participate in contests to win free merchandise and exclusive prizes.