AE - Merchandise Leader (Part-Time)

AEO; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AEO is seeking a Merchandise Leader in Nashville to support store merchandising and uphold visual standards. In this role, you will drive a positive guest experience, train the Floorset team, and help create a vibrant shopping atmosphere, all while embodying AEO's values.

Benefits

40% off AE & Aerie products year-round

Opportunities for development and learning

Participation in contests for free merchandise

Qualifications

• Strong retail merchandising and visual skills required.
• Flexible availability for varying shifts.
• Passion for AE and Aerie products is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure store fits AEO Brand Visual Standards.
• Execute and train on Floorsets.
• Identify merchandising opportunities and collaborate with leadership.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Time management

Integrity

Education

Retail experience

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. You also ensure the store is 'guest ready' through effective replenishment. You have a keen attention to detail, are passionate about visual standards, and enjoy working 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 an outstanding guest experience in partnership with the Merchandising Team Leader by ensuring your store reflects AEO Brand Standards.
• Floorsets are your specialty! Drive Floorset execution by training and coaching the Floorset team, setting clear productivity goals, and ensuring all areas of the store meet Floorset standards—from uppers and bustforms to tables and wardrobers.
• You're an merchandising innovator: Maintain your store's appearance through daily merchandising, sell-through adjustments, and replenishment. Identify merchandising opportunities and collaborate with leadership to take action.
• Teamwork is key: Support the Merchandising Team Leader in ensuring the team understands how to maintain AEO Brand Standards through merchandising, adjustments, and replenishment, keeping your store #fresh!
• People skills: Prioritize the guest experience, foster a culture of recognition, and celebrate team wins.
• Integrity: 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 organized, detail-oriented, and excel at prioritizing and time management.
• You have flexible availability to work early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.
• You possess strong retail merchandising and visual skills with a history of retail experience.

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 receive 40% off AE & Aerie products year-round, plus seasonal discounts with new Floorsets.
• They can participate in contests to win free merchandise and exclusive prizes.