AE - Sales Leader (Full-Time)

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; Leeds (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. is seeking a full-time Sales Leader to support store operations and enhance guest experiences in Leeds, AL. The role involves driving sales, managing team performance, and ensuring a positive shopping environment. Ideal candidates will have retail management experience and a passion for the brand.

Benefits

40% off AE & Aerie products year-round

Opportunities for development and career growth

Participation in contests with chances to win prizes

Qualifications

• Retail management experience required.
• Flexible availability to work when guests shop.

Responsibilities

• Maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity.
• Motivate and inspire associates to meet service standards.
• Recruit, hire, and train talent for outstanding service.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Business acumen

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YOUR ROLE

As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by managing Leader on Duty (LOD) shifts and ensuring an excellent guest experience. You oversee daily store operations, train, motivate, and celebrate associates, and drive sales results. Most importantly, you embody our company values and bring your authentic self to work every day.

Job Description

YOUR ROLE

As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by managing Leader on Duty (LOD) shifts and ensuring an excellent guest experience. You oversee daily store operations, train, motivate, and celebrate associates, and drive sales results. Most importantly, you embody our company values and bring your authentic self to work every day.

Your Responsibilities

• Driving Sales: Maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity, build guest loyalty, and support KPI results.
• People Leadership: Motivate, inspire, and hold associates accountable to service standards.
• Talent Development: Recruit, hire, and train strong talent to ensure outstanding service and a Guest First culture.
• Teamwork: Set goals, provide performance feedback, and celebrate achievements to motivate the team.
• Visual & Operational Innovation: Execute visual standards, manage shipment processing, merchandising, and ensure the Fitting Rooms are guest-ready.
• Integrity: Maintain store safety, asset protection, adhere to policies, and do the right thing.

You'd Be Great For This Role If

• You love AE and Aerie products.
• You have retail management experience.
• You are detail-oriented, good at multitasking, and skilled in priority-setting.
• You have strong business acumen.
• You have flexible availability to work when guests shop.

Our Associates Love AEO Because

• They work with authentic people — your #AEOFamily.
• Opportunities for development, skill-building, and career growth.
• 40% off AE & Aerie products year-round, plus seasonal discounts.
• Participation in contests with chances to win merchandise and prizes.

About Us

American Eagle is a leading casual apparel brand, known for authentic style since 1977. We promote self-expression, community, and sustainability through innovative fabrics.

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities and religious practices.

Pay/Benefits

• Starting pay depends on experience and location.
• Benefits include healthcare, 401(k), insurance, employee stock purchase, paid time off, and more, subject to eligibility.

Job Info

Identification: 11778

Category: Stores

Posting Date: 2025-04-22

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Leeds, AL, United States

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Sales and Business Development

Industries

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