AE - Merchandise Leader (Part-Time)

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.

Canutillo (TX)

On-site

USD 16,531 - 27,552

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

40% discount at AE & Aerie year-round

Opportunities for development and learning

Participation in store contests for free merchandise

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. is seeking a Merchandise Leader in Canutillo, Texas. The role focuses on ensuring the store meets brand visual standards, executing effective merchandising updates, and maintaining a guest-ready environment. Ideal candidates will have retail merchandising experience, strong organization skills, and availability for early morning and evening shifts. The position offers a vibrant work atmosphere with team recognition and development opportunities.

Qualifications

Must have a history of retail work.
Available early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

Ensure the store meets AEO Brand Visual Standards.
Drive floorset execution and merchandising.
Support the Merchandising Team Leader.

Skills

Strong organization and attention to detail

Retail merchandising and visual skills

Job description

YOUR ROLE

As the Merchandise Leader, you are the Merchandising Team Leader's right hand ensuring the store always meets AEO Brand Visual Standards. Your expertise lies in executing effective floorsets, marketing and merchandising updates; you also ensure the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment. You bring strong attention to detail, passion for visual standards and a collaborative spirit to get the job done. You represent our company values and bring your real self to work every day.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Passion for merchandising: support driving an outstanding guest experience in partnership with the Merchandising Team Leader by ensuring the store is always representative of AEO Brand Standards.
Floorsets: drive killer floorset execution by training and coaching the floor set team, setting clear productivity goals, and ensuring all areas of the store are executed to floorset standards—from uppers and bustforms to tables and wardrobes.
Merging day‑to‑day merchandising: own day‑to‑day merchandising, sell‑through adjustments and replenishment. Spot opportunities and game‑plan with leadership and take action.
Teamwork: support the Merchandising Team Leader in ensuring the team understands how to maintain AEO Brand Standards through merchandising, adjustments and replenishment so the store always looks fresh.
People focus: prioritize the guest experience, champion a culture of recognition, and celebrate wins with the team.
Integrity: maintain store safety standards on the sales floor and in the stockroom, commit to shrink‑reduction strategies and adhere to AEO policies and procedures.

YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF

You love AE and Aerie products.
You have strong organization and attention to detail; priority‑setting and time management are your strong suits.
You are available early in the morning, late in the evening and on weekends.
You have strong retail merchandising and visual skills and a history of retail work.

OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE

They work with REAL people and belong to an AEO family.
They receive opportunities for development, learning new skills and career advancement.
They receive 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year‑round and additional seasonal discounts.
They participate in store contests for the chance to win free merchandise and other exclusive prizes.

ABOUT US

American Eagle is a leading American jeans and apparel brand, the go‑to destination for casual style, embraced by generations of youth since 1977. We are rooted in authenticity, powered by positivity and inspired by our community. Our collections are designed to inspire self‑expression and empower our customers to celebrate their own uniqueness. We have broadened our leadership by producing innovative, sustainable fabrics.

PAY & BENEFITS INFORMATION

Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
Eligible associates may receive paid sick leave and AEO may provide rewards at its discretion.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and location, employment classification, and years of service.

EEO STATEMENT

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. It prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of race or color, religion, creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.

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