AE - Store Team Leader (Store Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Store Team Leader to drive store operations and foster a high-performing team. In this full-time role, you will act as the CEO of your store, ensuring operational excellence and maintaining brand standards. Your entrepreneurial spirit will shine as you analyze sales trends and implement strategies to meet financial goals. If you are passionate about retail and have a knack for leading teams, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management with a focus on team leadership.
• Ability to analyze sales reports and make strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Maximize store productivity and build guest loyalty.
• Recruit, hire, and develop a high-performing team.

Skills

Retail Management

Team Leadership

Business Analysis

Time Management

Conflict Management

Job description

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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 maintains AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, you bring your authentic self to work every day!

Your Responsibilities

1. Driving Results: Maximize store productivity, build guest loyalty, and create/manage your store's business plan to meet KPI goals.
2. Business Innovation: Analyze reports and sales trends to make real-time decisions to meet financial goals.
3. People Leadership: Recruit, hire, develop, and retain a high-performing team; conduct performance reviews and develop leadership within your team.
4. Teamwork & Culture: Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and recognition, establishing clear goals and celebrating successes.
5. Brand Standards: Maintain visual and merchandising standards, manage Floorsets, and ensure the store is guest-ready.
6. Workforce Management: Create effective schedules based on traffic and sales data, manage payroll, and leverage top talent.
7. Integrity: Uphold company policies, ensure audit and shrink results meet standards, and act ethically in all decisions.

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, with strong multi-tasking and time management skills.
• You can lead, develop teams, and understand employment law.
• You communicate effectively and manage conflicts well.
• You have strong business acumen and can analyze reports to drive sales.
• You have flexible availability to work when guests shop.