Aerie - Sales Leader (Full-Time)

AEO; Albertville (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AEO is seeking a full-time Sales Leader in Albertville to lead the store team and enhance guest experience. The ideal candidate will drive sales, manage daily operations, and foster a Guest First culture, ensuring team engagement and productivity. Join a passionate team that offers significant discounts and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

40% off AE & Aerie products year-round

Opportunities for personal development

Participation in contests for merchandise prizes

Qualifications

• Previous retail management experience required.
• Flexibility to match guest shopping hours.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and maximize store productivity.
• Motivate and train team members to uphold service standards.
• Ensure store operations meet company policies and procedures.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Business Acumen

Job description

YOUR ROLE

As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by leading strong Leader on Duty (LOD) shifts and ensuring an excellent guest experience. You manage daily store operations as needed, train, motivate, and celebrate associates, and have a passion for driving sales results. Most importantly, you embody our company values and bring your authentic self to work every day.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive sales: As a key LOD, you maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity, build guest loyalty through exceptional in-store service, and support Store Leadership in achieving KPI results.
• Lead people: Motivate and inspire the team through AEO's core values. Serve as a role model and hold associates accountable to service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
• Talent development: Recruit, hire, and train strong talent to ensure adequate staffing. Develop associates to deliver outstanding service and uphold a Guest First culture.
• Teamwork: Set clear, attainable goals for Sales and Stock Associates, provide ongoing feedback, and celebrate successes to boost engagement.
• Operational & visual innovation: Execute and improve daily visual and operational procedures, including shipment processing, merchandising, and visual standards. Ensure the Fitting Rooms are guest-ready and meet Brand Standards.
• Integrity: Maintain store safety, adhere to Asset Protection standards, follow policies and procedures, and do the right thing always.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Passion for AE and Aerie products
• Previous retail management experience
• Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Business acumen
• Flexible availability to match guest shopping hours

WHY OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO

• Work with genuine, real people — our #AEOFamily
• Opportunities for personal development and career growth
• 40% off AE & Aerie products year-round, plus seasonal discounts
• Participation in contests with chances to win free merchandise and prizes