AE - Merchandise Leader (Part-Time)

AEO; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AEO is seeking a Merchandise Leader in Baton Rouge to enhance the store's visual standards and ensure an exceptional guest experience. In this role, you'll lead merchandising efforts, train your team, and drive store readiness, all while embodying AEO's values. Join a supportive team where development and discounts on products are part of the experience!

Benefits

40% off products at AE & Aerie year-round

Opportunities for development and learning new skills

Participation in contests for free merchandise

Qualifications

• Must have retail experience and merchandising expertise.
• Flexible availability for various shifts including mornings and evenings.

Responsibilities

• Lead merchandising execution and team training on Floorsets.
• Manage daily merchandising and stock replenishment.
• Prioritize guest experience while ensuring AEO Brand Standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Retail merchandising

Visual skills

Job description

YOUR ROLE

As the Merchandise Leader, you are the Merchandising Team Leader's right hand in ensuring your store always meets AEO Brand Visual Standards. Your expertise includes executing effective Floorsets, marketing and merchandising updates, and maintaining a "guest ready" store through effective replenishment. You pay close attention to detail, are passionate about visual standards, and enjoy collaborating with your team to #getthejobdone. Most importantly, you embody our company values and bring your authentic self to work every day.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• You have a passion for merchandising: Support delivering an outstanding guest experience by ensuring your store reflects AEO Brand Standards in partnership with the Merchandising Team Leader.
• Floorsets are your specialty! Lead Floorset execution by training and coaching the team, setting clear productivity goals, and ensuring all store areas are effectively prepared according to Floorset standards—from uppers and bustforms to tables and wardrobers.
• You're an innovator in merchandising: Keep your store in top shape by managing day-to-day merchandising, adjusting for sell-through, and replenishing stock. Spot merchandising opportunities and collaborate with leadership to take action.
• Teamwork is key: Assist the Merchandising Team Leader in ensuring the team understands how to maintain AEO Brand Standards through merchandising, adjustments, and replenishment, keeping the store #fresh.
• You are a people person: Prioritize the guest experience for the merchandising team. Foster a culture of recognition and celebrate team successes.
• Integrity is essential: Maintain store safety standards on the sales floor and in the stockroom. Commit to shrink-reducing strategies and adhere to AEO policies and procedures.

YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF:

• You love AE and Aerie products!
• You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and excel at priority-setting and time management.
• You have flexible availability to work early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.
• You possess strong retail merchandising and visual skills with retail experience—#practicemakesperfect.

OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE:

• They work with genuine people—there's nothing like your #AEOFamily.
• They have opportunities for development, learning new skills, and potential career growth.
• They enjoy 40% off products at AE & Aerie year-round, plus seasonal discounts during Floorsets!
• They participate in contests to win free merchandise and exclusive prizes.