AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a full-time Merchandising Team Leader in Asheville, NC. You will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing merchandising strategies while leading a dynamic team. Your responsibilities will include driving sales, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering a supportive team environment. This role offers opportunities for personal development and career growth, along with employee discounts and a chance to make a real impact in a vibrant retail setting. If you're passionate about retail and team leadership, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

40% employee discount

Opportunities for personal development

Supportive team environment

Paid time off

Health and wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Passion for AE and Aerie products.
• Previous retail management experience leading teams.
• Strong multi-tasking and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity.
• Coach your team to deliver an outstanding guest experience.
• Recruit, hire, train, and develop team members.

Skills

Retail Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Business Acumen

Multi-tasking

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Job description

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YOUR ROLE

As the full-time Merchandising Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the Merchandising strategy for the store. Your passion lies in training and coaching your team into great merchants delivering AEO brand Visual standards every day. Through your leadership, your team always nails floorset execution, and rocks merchandising and marketing brand standards. You ensure the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment. Most importantly, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day.

Job Description

YOUR ROLE

As the full-time Merchandising Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the Merchandising strategy for the store. Your passion lies in training and coaching your team into great merchants delivering AEO brand Visual standards every day. Through your leadership, your team always nails floorset execution, and rocks merchandising and marketing brand standards. You ensure the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment. Most importantly, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day.

Your Responsibilities

• Driving sales: As a key Leader on Duty (LOD), maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity, build guest loyalty, analyze reports and trends for strategic decisions, and develop business plans to meet KPIs.
• Merchandising innovation: Coach your team to deliver an outstanding guest experience, maintain visual standards, and identify merchandising opportunities with actionable plans.
• People leadership: Motivate and inspire your team, uphold customer service standards, and hold your team accountable.
• Talent development: Recruit, hire, train, and develop team members to ensure excellent service and store performance.
• Team building: Provide ongoing feedback, conduct performance reviews, and foster associate engagement.
• Operational excellence: Execute daily procedures, maintain visual standards, and ensure the Fitting Rooms are guest-ready.
• Integrity and safety: Uphold store safety, Asset Protection, and adhere to company policies.

Qualifications

• Passion for AE and Aerie products
• Previous retail management experience leading teams
• Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Leadership and team development abilities
• Understanding of employment law
• Business acumen
• Flexible availability to match store hours

Why Join Us

• Work with real people in a supportive team environment
• Opportunities for personal development and career growth
• Employee discounts of 40% at AE & Aerie
• Participate in contests and win prizes

About Us

American Eagle is a leading casual apparel brand rooted in authenticity, positivity, and community. We focus on self-expression and sustainability, empowering our customers to celebrate their uniqueness. We are committed to equal opportunity employment and fostering an inclusive workplace.

Pay & Benefits

• Starting pay varies based on experience and location
• Eligible for health, wellness, retirement, and insurance benefits
• Paid time off and holiday pay, with details available upon hiring
• Discretionary bonuses and incentives

Job Details

Identification: 12000

Category: Stores

Posting Date: 2025-05-05

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Asheville, NC, United States

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

Retail, Retail Apparel and Fashion, IT Services and IT Consulting

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