AE - Merchandise Leader (Part-Time)

AEO; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Merchandise Leader to enhance guest experiences through effective merchandising and adherence to brand standards. This role involves leading the Floorset team, managing daily merchandising efforts, and embodying company values. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and visual merchandising skills, along with a passion for AE and Aerie products.

Benefits

40% off AE & Aerie products

Opportunities for development and career advancement

Participation in store contests

Qualifications

• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and prioritization skills.
• Flexible availability for early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.
• Strong retail merchandising and visual skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Floorset execution and coach the team in merchandising standards.
• Manage merchandising and stock replenishment for optimizing sell-through.
• Foster a positive guest experience and teamwork within the merchandising team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

YOUR ROLE

As the Merchandise Leader, you are the Merchandising Team Leader's right hand in ensuring your store consistently meets AEO Brand Visual Standards. Your expertise includes executing effective Floorsets, marketing, and merchandising updates. You also ensure the store is always '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 creating an outstanding guest experience in partnership with the Merchandising Team Leader by ensuring your store reflects AEO Brand Standards.
• Floorsets are your specialty! Lead Floorset execution by training and coaching the Floorset team, setting clear productivity goals, and ensuring all store areas are effectively executed 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. Be alert to merchandising opportunities and ready to strategize with leadership and take action.
• Maintain a teamwork mentality: Assist the Merchandising Team Leader in ensuring the team understands how to uphold AEO Brand Standards through merchandising, adjustments, and replenishment, keeping your store looking #fresh.
• You're a people person: Prioritize the guest experience for your merchandising team. Foster a culture of recognition and celebrate team wins.
• Integrity is key: Maintain store safety standards on the sales floor and in the stockroom. Commit to shrink-reducing strategies and adhere to AEO policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

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

WHY OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO

• They work with genuine, real people — that’s your #AEOFamily.
• Opportunities for development, learning new skills, and career advancement.
• Year-round 40% off AE & Aerie products (plus seasonal discounts during Floorsets!)
• Participation in store contests for chances to win free merchandise and exclusive prizes.