AE - Store Team Leader (Store Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading casual apparel brand as a Store Team Leader in Brooklyn, NY. You will lead a team, maximize store operations, and ensure a top-notch guest experience. This full-time role offers opportunities for development and a supportive work environment. Enjoy competitive pay and benefits including discounts on products.

Benefits

40% off at AE & Aerie year-round

Opportunities for development and career advancement

Participate in contests and win prizes

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in retail management.
• Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive results by maximizing store productivity and building guest loyalty.
• Recruit, hire, and retain a high-performing team.
• Analyze reporting and sales trends to make innovative business decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Time Management

Business Acumen

Job description

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American Eagle Outfitters Inc. provided pay range

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Base pay range

$58,800.00/yr - $98,100.00/yr

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. You are a pro at making tough, strategic decisions to drive your business. You consistently deliver operational excellence, and your store always rocks AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, you bring your REAL self to work every day!

Your Responsibilities

• Drive results by maximizing store productivity and building guest loyalty through a top-notch guest experience. Create, manage, and own your store's business plan to meet KPI goals.
• Analyze reporting and sales trends to make real-time, innovative business decisions to achieve financial goals.
• Recruit, hire, and retain a high-performing team. Develop store leadership through training, performance feedback, and career development plans.
• Promote teamwork and recognition by establishing goals, holding team accountable, and celebrating performance.
• Maintain AEO Brand Standards through visual merchandising, Floorsets, and merchandise management.
• Manage workforce scheduling based on traffic, calendars, and payroll to optimize business needs and control costs.
• Demonstrate integrity in making decisions, ensuring compliance with policies, and safeguarding assets.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Passion for AE and Aerie products.
• Experience leading teams in retail management.
• Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, and time management skills.
• Leadership and understanding of employment law.
• Effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Business acumen and ability to analyze reports to drive sales.
• Flexible availability to meet guest shopping needs.

Why Our Associates Love AEO

• Work with genuine people — your #AEOFamily.
• Opportunities for development and career advancement.
• 40% off at AE & Aerie year-round, plus seasonal discounts.
• Participate in contests and win prizes.

About Us

American Eagle is a leading casual apparel brand rooted in authenticity and inspired by community. We focus on self-expression and sustainability, empowering our customers to celebrate their uniqueness.

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and other protected characteristics. We provide reasonable accommodations for religion and disability.

Pay/Benefits

• Starting pay depends on experience and location.
• Eligible associates may receive health benefits, 401(k), insurance, paid time off, and more.

Job Info

Job ID: 12503

Category: Stores

Posting Date: 2025-05-13

Schedule: Full time

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales

Industries

• Retail, Apparel, Fashion, IT Services