AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Merchandising Team Leader, where you'll lead a dynamic team in delivering exceptional customer experiences. This full-time role emphasizes training, coaching, and effective merchandising strategies to drive sales and ensure the store is always guest-ready. With a focus on teamwork and operational excellence, you'll play a key role in shaping the store's success while enjoying a supportive environment that values your contributions. Take advantage of career development opportunities and a generous employee discount as you embark on this exciting journey in the retail industry.

Benefits

40% employee discount

Career development opportunities

Participation in contests and exclusive prizes

Health care benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Passion for AE and Aerie products.
• Previous retail management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maximize sales productivity and build guest loyalty.
• Coach team to uphold brand standards and manage merchandising.

Skills

Retail Management

Multitasking

Attention to Detail

Leadership

Business Acumen

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

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Base pay range

$19.15/yr - $31.85/yr

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, and develop business plans to meet KPIs.
• Merchandising innovation: Coach your team to uphold Brand Standards, manage merchandising and replenishment, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• People leadership: Motivate, inspire, and hold your team accountable, ensuring excellent customer service standards.
• Talent development: Recruit, hire, train, and develop team members to deliver outstanding service.
• Teamwork: Provide ongoing feedback, conduct performance reviews, and foster team engagement.
• Operational excellence: Execute daily procedures, maintain visual standards, and ensure guest-ready fitting rooms.
• Integrity: Maintain store safety, asset protection, and adhere to policies and laws.

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Passion for AE and Aerie products
• Previous retail management experience
• Strong multitasking, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Leadership and understanding of employment law
• Business acumen
• Flexible availability

Why Work With Us

• Work with real people in a supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career development and skill-building
• 40% employee discount year-round
• Participation in contests and exclusive prizes

About Us

American Eagle is a leading casual apparel brand rooted in authenticity and self-expression. Committed to sustainability and innovation, we empower our community and celebrate diversity.

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with laws.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay is determined by experience and location
• Benefits include health care, 401(k), insurance, paid time off, and bonuses

Job Information

Job ID: 11646

Category: Stores

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

Additional Details

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Business Development and Sales

Industries: Retail, Apparel, Fashion, IT Services