AE - Store Team Leader (Store Manager)

AEO; Colonial Heights (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AEO is seeking a full-time Store Team Leader who will act as the business owner of the store. This role requires maximizing operations, fostering teamwork, and driving sales through effective leadership. The ideal candidate will have a passion for AEO products and a proven retail management background, alongside strong business and communication skills. Join AEO to lead a dynamic team and enjoy significant perks, including discounts and career development opportunities.

Benefits

40% off AE & Aerie products year-round

Opportunities for development and learning new skills

Participation in contests for free merchandise

Qualifications

• Retail management experience leading functional teams.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and good at multitasking.
• Ability to analyze reports to drive sales.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales by maximizing store productivity and guest loyalty.
• Lead the recruitment, development, and retention of a high-performing team.
• Optimize scheduling based on traffic and sales data.

Skills

Leadership

Business Acumen

Organization

Communication

Multitasking

Job description

YOUR ROLE

As the full-time Store Team Leader, you are the CEO of your store! You are an entrepreneurial-minded business owner who takes pride in maximizing the daily operations of your store. You are passionate about developing a strong team through effective coaching and training, and you excel at making strategic decisions to drive your business. You consistently deliver operational excellence and ensure your store always meets AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, you bring your authentic self to work every day!

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Passion for results: You drive sales by maximizing store productivity and building guest loyalty through a top-notch guest experience. You create, manage, and own your store's business plan to meet KPI goals.
• Business innovation: As the owner of your store's controllable P&L elements, you analyze reports and sales trends to make real-time decisions to meet financial goals.
• People leadership: You recruit, hire, and retain a high-performing team. You focus on their development through training, performance feedback, and career growth opportunities, including succession planning.
• Teamwork: You foster a culture of teamwork and recognition by setting goals, holding your team accountable, and celebrating success.
• Brand standards: You ensure the store maintains AEO visual standards, managing visual merchandising, floorsets, and merchandise replenishment.
• Workforce management: You optimize scheduling based on traffic and sales data, keeping payroll in check while delivering excellent guest service.
• Integrity: You demonstrate integrity in all decisions, adhere to policies, and ensure compliance with asset protection standards.

YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF:

• You love AE and Aerie products!
• You have retail management experience leading functional teams.
• You are detail-oriented, organized, and good at multitasking.
• You can lead, develop teams, and understand employment law.
• You communicate effectively and manage conflicts well.
• You possess strong business acumen and can analyze reports to drive sales.
• You have flexible availability to work when guests shop.

OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE:

• They work with real, authentic people - their #AEOFamily.
• They have opportunities for development, learning new skills, and career growth.
• They receive 40% off AE & Aerie products year-round, plus seasonal discounts.
• They participate in contests to win free merchandise and exclusive prizes.