AE - Sales Leader (Full-Time)

AEO

Fort Worth (TX)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

40% off products year-round

Opportunities for development and learning

Participation in contests for prizes

Job summary

A leading retail company in Fort Worth, Texas, is seeking a retail manager to drive sales and enhance customer experience. Candidates should possess strong retail management experience, with a focus on motivating teams and achieving sales goals. Responsibilities include recruiting talent, providing exceptional customer service, and maintaining store standards. The role offers competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

Proven experience in a retail management role.
Strong ability to drive sales and team performance.
Flexibility in availability to meet guest needs.

Responsibilities

Drive sales by maximizing store productivity and guest experience.
Motivate and inspire team members through core values.
Recruit and train strong talent for store operations.
Provide ongoing performance feedback to drive engagement.
Ensure store safety and uphold company standards.

Skills

Retail management experience

Sales driving

Team motivation

Detail-oriented multitasking

Business acumen

Job description

Responsibilities

You have a passion for driving sales: As a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you are an expert at driving sales by maximizing fitting room and salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class, in-store guest experience. You support Store Leadership in doing what it takes to maximize business opportunities to drive KPI results.
You're a people leader: You motivate and inspire the team through AEO's core values. You are a role-model leader and consistently hold associates accountable to upholding AEO's service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You prioritize recruiting and hiring strong talent to ensure the store is staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing associates to continue providing outstanding service and representing a Guest First culture.
Teamwork: You challenge Sales and Stock Associates with clear, attainable goals and provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching. You motivate associates and drive engagement by celebrating outstanding performance.
Visual & operational innovator: You execute and improve daily visual and operational procedures including shipment processing, merchandising moves and visual standards. You ensure the fitting rooms are guest-ready and aligned with brand standards.
Integrity: You maintain store safety standards, uphold Asset Protection standards, adhere to AEO policies and procedures, and do the right thing—always.

You'd be great for this role if

You love AE and Aerie products.
You have led teams in a retail management role.
You can multi-task with attention to detail; you are strong at priority setting and time management.
You have business acumen.
You have flexible availability to meet guest shopping needs.

Our Associates Love AEO Because

They work with REAL people and are part of the #AEOFamily.
They have opportunities for development, learning new skills, and potential for career advancement.
They receive 40% off product at AE & Aerie year-round (plus seasonal discounts with new Floorsets).
They can participate in store contests for a chance to win free merchandise and other exclusive prizes.

About Us

American Eagle is a leading American jeans and apparel brand, the go-to destination for casual style, embraced by generations of youth since 1977. We are rooted in authenticity, powered by positivity and inspired by our community. Our collections are designed to inspire self-expression and empower our customers to celebrate their own uniqueness. We have broadened our leadership by producing innovative, sustainable fabrics.

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.

For Brand Ambassador and Stock positions, hiring will be based on need, however, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. For all other store jobs, applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.

Pay/Benefits Information

Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification and years of service. For additional information, please click HERE.
AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.

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