YOUR ROLE As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by leading strong LOD (Leader on Duty) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You oversee daily store operations as needed. You train, motivate, and celebrate associates and have a passion for driving sales results. Most importantly, you embody our company values and bring your authentic self to work every day.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Passion for driving sales: As a key LOD, you excel at boosting sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through an exceptional in-store experience. You support Store Leadership in maximizing business opportunities to meet KPI targets.
- People leadership: You motivate and inspire your team through AEO's core values, serving as a role model and holding associates accountable to our service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
- Talent acquisition and training: You prioritize recruiting and hiring strong talent to ensure adequate staffing. You are committed to training and developing associates to deliver outstanding service and uphold a Guest First culture.
- Teamwork and engagement: You set clear, achievable goals for Sales and Stock Associates, provide ongoing performance feedback, and celebrate successes to motivate and engage your team.
- Visual & operational innovation: You execute and innovate daily visual and operational procedures, including shipment processing, merchandising, and visual standards. You ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and aligned with AEO Brand Standards.
- Integrity: You maintain store safety standards, adhere to Asset Protection policies, follow AEO's policies and procedures, and always do the right thing.
YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF:
- You love AE and Aerie products.
- You have previous experience leading retail teams.
- You are skilled at multitasking, attention to detail, priority setting, and time management.
- You possess strong business acumen.
- You have flexible availability to accommodate guest shopping hours.
OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE:
- They work with genuine people — our #AEOFamily.
- They have opportunities for development, learning new skills, and career growth.
- They receive 40% off products year-round at AE & Aerie, with additional seasonal discounts.
- They can participate in store contests to win free merchandise and exclusive prizes.