AE - Sales Leader (Full-Time)

AEO; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer is looking for a Sales Leader in Orland Park to drive sales and manage store operations while supporting a positive guest experience. The ideal candidate has retail leadership experience, strong multi-tasking abilities, and a passion for the brand, with opportunities for development and growth.

Benefits

40% off AE & Aerie products year-round

Opportunities for development and skill-building

Participation in contests for merchandise and prizes

Qualifications

• Experience leading retail teams.
• Flexible availability to match guest shopping hours.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales by maximizing productivity and building guest loyalty.
• Lead and motivate a retail team to achieve service standards.
• Recruit, hire, and develop talent while ensuring a Guest First culture.
• Execute visual and operational procedures according to Brand Standards.

Skills

Leadership

Multi-tasking

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Business Acumen

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 exceptional guest experience. You oversee daily store operations as needed, motivate and train associates, and drive sales results. Most importantly, you embody our company values and bring your authentic self to work every day.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive sales: As a key LOD, you maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and build guest loyalty through outstanding in-store experiences. You support Store Leadership in achieving KPI results.
• Lead people: Motivate and inspire the team through AEO's core values. Model leadership and hold associates accountable to service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
• Talent development: Recruit and hire strong talent to meet business needs. Train and develop associates to deliver excellent service and uphold a Guest First culture.
• Teamwork: Set clear, attainable goals for Sales and Stock Associates, provide ongoing coaching, and celebrate performance to motivate and engage the team.
• Visual & operational innovation: Execute and improve daily visual and operational procedures, including shipment processing, merchandising, and visual standards. Ensure Fitting Rooms are guest-ready and meet Brand Standards.
• Integrity: Maintain store safety, adhere to Asset Protection standards, follow policies and procedures, and always do the right thing.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Passionate about AE and Aerie products.
• Experience leading retail teams.
• Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, and time management skills.
• Business acumen.
• Flexible availability to match guest shopping hours.

WHY OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO

• Work with genuine, supportive people — our #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 free merchandise and prizes.