Aerie - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

AEO Inc.; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a full-time Merchandising Team Leader, where you'll play a crucial role in executing the store's merchandising strategy. You'll inspire and develop your team while ensuring top-notch customer service and operational excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a passionate team in a dynamic retail environment, promoting body positivity and inclusivity. With competitive pay and a commitment to career growth, this position is perfect for those eager to make a meaningful impact in the retail industry.

Benefits

Employee discounts (40% off AE & Aerie products)

Development opportunities

Participation in contests and incentives

Qualifications

• Experience leading retail teams and driving sales.
• Strong multitasking and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maximize sales and build guest loyalty through effective merchandising.
• Recruit, train, and develop team members for outstanding service.

Skills

Leadership

Retail Management

Customer Service

Multitasking

Time Management

Business Acumen

Job description

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Role Overview

As a full-time Merchandising Team Leader, you serve as the Store Team Leader's key support in developing and executing the store's Merchandising strategy. Your passion is in training and coaching your team to meet AEO brand Visual standards daily. You ensure excellent floorset execution, merchandising, and marketing standards, and maintain a guest-ready store through effective replenishment. Above all, you embody our company values and bring your authentic self to work every day.

Key Responsibilities

1. Driving Sales: Maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity, build guest loyalty, analyze reports, and contribute to business planning.
2. Merchandising Innovation: Lead day-to-day merchandising, identify opportunities, and ensure store standards reflect AEO brand standards.
3. Leading People: Motivate, inspire, and hold your team accountable to customer service standards and sales goals.
4. Talent Development: Recruit, train, and develop team members to ensure outstanding service and store performance.
5. Teamwork and Engagement: Provide ongoing feedback, conduct performance reviews, and celebrate team successes.
6. Operational Excellence: Execute daily operations, maintain visual standards, and ensure the store is guest-ready.
7. Integrity and Safety: Uphold safety standards, asset protection, and adhere to company policies.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about AE and Aerie products
• Experience leading retail teams
• Strong multitasking, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Leadership and employment law knowledge
• Business acumen
• Flexible availability to meet store hours

Benefits and Perks

• Employee discounts (40% off AE & Aerie products)
• Development opportunities and career growth
• Participation in contests and incentives

About Us

Aerie promotes body positivity and empowerment through the #AerieREAL movement, offering sustainable and inclusive products. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.

Additional Information

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Competitive pay based on experience and location
• Comprehensive benefits package