AE - Store Team Leader (Store Manager)

AEO Inc.; Ocean City (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Store Team Leader to drive sales and enhance customer experiences. In this full-time role, you will be the entrepreneurial spirit of the store, responsible for maximizing operations and developing a strong team. You will lead by example, ensuring the store meets brand standards while fostering a culture of teamwork and recognition. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, making it perfect for those passionate about retail and team leadership. Join a community that values authenticity and empowers its associates to shine.

Benefits

40% off products

Health care benefits

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase program

Paid sick leave

Parental leave and benefits

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail management with a focus on team development.
• Strong analytical skills to drive sales and manage P&L effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maximize store productivity and guest loyalty through effective strategies.
• Recruit, hire, and develop a high-performing team while ensuring operational excellence.

Skills

Retail Management

Sales Strategy

Team Leadership

Conflict Management

Business Acumen

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Join to apply for the AE - Store Team Leader (Store Manager) role at American Eagle Outfitters Inc.

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. provided pay range

This range is provided by American Eagle Outfitters Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$53,500.00/yr - $89,100.00/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 is always rocking AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, you bring your REAL self to work every day!

Your Responsibilities

• You have a passion for driving results: You're an expert at driving sales by maximizing overall store productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience. You're entrepreneurial-minded and you create, manage and own your store's business plan to meet KPI goals.
• You're a business innovator: Because you own the controllable elements of your store's P&L, you are skilled at analyzing reporting and daily sales trends to make real-time, innovative business decisions in order to achieve store financial goals.
• You're a people leader: You're passionate about recruiting, hiring and retaining a high-performing team. You're an advocate for your team's development, you encourage your team to pursue internal opportunities, and you always have a succession plan in place to ensure a clear career path for all associates. You take pride in developing store leadership through leadership development training, performance feedback, individual development plans and annual performance reviews.
• You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You champion a culture of teamwork and recognition by establishing and communicating goals, holding your team accountable to brand standards, and celebrating and rewarding outstanding performance daily.
• Your store rocks AEO Brand Standards: You ensure your store consistently maintains AEO Brand Visual Standards by owning all visual and merchandising processes. You are the "go-to" when it comes to Floorsets, merchandise adjustments and replenishment and your team always has a clear understanding of their role in keeping the store guest-ready.
• Workforce Management - it's your "thing": You know that maximizing your business requires a well thought-out schedule! By evaluating traffic, calendars and payroll reports, you're able to make scheduling adjustments to meet business needs. As a result, payroll is always in check and you're always leveraging your top talent to deliver an impeccable guest experience.
• Integrity is your middle name: You demonstrate integrity when making compensation decisions, you ensure audit and shrink results meet Asset Protection Standards, you follow AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always.

You'd Be Great For This Role If

• You love AE and Aerie products!
• You've led functional teams in a retail management role previously - #practicemakesperfect!
• You can multi-task and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are your strong suits.
• You know how to lead and develop teams and have a general understanding of employment law.
• You have a track record of effective communication and conflict management.
• Business acumen? You've got it!
• You understand how to analyze reporting to drive sales.
• You have flexible availability - you're available to work when the guest shops!

Our Associates Love AEO Because

• They work with REAL people - there's nothing like your #AEOFamily.
• They're given opportunities for development, the chance to learn new skills, and are offered great potential for career advancement.
• They receive 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets!)
• They participate in store contests for the chance to win FREE merchandise and other exclusive prizes.

About Us

American Eagle is a leading American jeans and apparel brand, the go-to destination for casual style, embraced by generations of youth since 1977. We are rooted in authenticity, powered by positivity and inspired by our community. Our collections are designed to inspire self-expression and empower our customers to celebrate their own uniqueness. We have broadened our leadership by producing innovative, sustainable fabrics.

Pay/Benefits Information

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service.
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.

JOB INFO

Job Identification 11698
Job Category : Stores
Posting Date : 2025-04-15T14:34:03+00:00
Job Schedule : Full time
Locations : Ocean City, MD, United States

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

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