AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Merchandising Team Leader to join their dynamic team. In this full-time role, you will be instrumental in developing and executing merchandising strategies, ensuring that the store is guest-ready while upholding brand standards. Your leadership will inspire your team to excel in customer service and visual merchandising, fostering a positive work environment. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive culture that values authenticity and teamwork. If you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and are eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

40% employee discount

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Sick leave

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management and leading teams.
• Strong understanding of merchandising and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and maximize productivity on the sales floor.
• Coach team members in maintaining visual merchandising standards.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff for exceptional service.

Skills

Retail Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Sales Analysis

Merchandising Standards

Talent Development

Operational Excellence

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

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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. You excel in training and coaching your team to deliver AEO brand Visual standards daily. Your leadership ensures flawless floorset execution, strong merchandising, and marketing standards. You keep the store guest-ready through effective replenishment and embody our company values by bringing your authentic self to work every day.

Job Description

YOUR ROLE

As the full-time Merchandising Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's key support in developing and executing the store's Merchandising strategy. You are passionate about training and coaching your team into great merchants who uphold AEO brand Visual standards daily. Your leadership guarantees floorset success and adherence to merchandising and marketing standards. You ensure the store remains "guest ready" through effective replenishment, representing our values and authenticity every day.

Your Responsibilities

1. Driving sales: As a Leader on Duty, you maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity, foster guest loyalty, analyze reports, and support strategic planning to meet KPIs.
2. Merchandising innovation: You coach your team in maintaining visual standards, manage day-to-day merchandising, and identify opportunities for improvement.
3. People leadership: Motivating and inspiring your team, setting accountability, and upholding customer service standards.
4. Talent development: Recruiting, training, and developing staff to ensure outstanding service.
5. Team building: Providing ongoing feedback, conducting performance reviews, and celebrating successes to boost engagement.
6. Operational excellence: Executing daily procedures, maintaining visual standards, and ensuring guest-ready fitting rooms.
7. Integrity: Upholding store safety, asset protection, and adherence to policies and procedures.

You'd Be Great For This Role If

• You love AE and Aerie products.
• You have retail management experience leading teams.
• You are detail-oriented, capable of multitasking, and good at prioritizing.
• You understand employment law and team development.
• You possess business acumen.
• You have flexible availability to meet shopping hours.

Our Associates Love AEO Because

• They work with genuine people and feel part of the #AEOFamily.
• Opportunities for development, skill-building, and career growth.
• Year-round 40% employee discount on AE & Aerie products.
• Participation in contests and chances to win merchandise and prizes.

About Us

American Eagle is a leading casual apparel brand founded in 1977, known for authentic, positive, community-inspired collections that promote self-expression and sustainability.

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusive hiring and workplace policies. We prohibit discrimination based on race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and other protected characteristics. We also provide reasonable accommodations for religion and disability.

For Brand Ambassador and Stock roles, hiring depends on need; applications are ongoing. For other roles, applications are accepted until the specified deadline or as volume dictates.

Pay/Benefits

• Starting pay varies based on experience and location.
• Eligible associates may receive health benefits, 401(k), insurance, paid time off, and other perks.
• Paid time off and sick leave depend on employment status and tenure.
• Discretionary bonuses and incentives may be offered.

Job Info

Job ID: 12009

Category: Stores

Post Date: 2025-05-05

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Louisville, KY, USA

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Business Development and Sales

Industries

• Retail, Apparel, Fashion, IT Services, IT Consulting