Aerie - Sales Leader (Full-Time)

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% off products at AE & Aerie

Opportunities for career advancement

Bonuses and incentives

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. is looking for a full-time Sales Leader in King of Prussia, PA. In this role, you will drive sales, support the Store Leadership Team, and ensure a stellar guest experience. You'll lead store operations, train associates, and foster team motivation. A passion for AE and Aerie products is highly desired. Benefits include health care, 401(k), employee discounts, and various paid leaves.

Qualifications

• Led teams in a retail management role previously.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize time effectively.
• Passion for AE and Aerie products.

Responsibilities

• Maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity.
• Motivate and inspire the team through company values.
• Recruit and hire strong talent for the store.
• Set clear goals for associates and provide coaching.
• Maintain store safety and uphold policies.

Skills

Retail management experience

Attention to detail

Strong business acumen

Ability to multi-task

Flexible availability

Job description

YOUR ROLE

As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by rocking out strong LOD (Leader on Duty) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You hold down the daily operations of the store as needed, train, motivate and celebrate associates, and drive killer sales results. Most importantly you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• You have a passion for driving sales: As a key LOD you maximize Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and build guest loyalty through a best-in-class, in-store experience. You support Store Leadership in maximizing business opportunities to drive KPI results.
• You're a people leader: You motivate and inspire the team through AEO's core values, serve as a role‑model, and hold associates accountable to AEO's service standards on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.
• You have an eye for talent and a love of training: You recruit and hire strong talent to keep the store staffed for business needs, and you take pride in training and developing associates to provide outstanding service and represent a Guest First culture.
• You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You set clear, attainable goals for Sales and Stock associates, provide ongoing performance feedback through real‑time coaching, and celebrate outstanding performance to increase engagement.
• You are a visual & operational innovator: You execute and innovate daily visual and operational procedures—including shipment processing, merchandising moves, and maintaining visual standards—ensuring the Fitting Rooms are always guest‑ready and aligned with AEO Brand Standards.
• Integrity is your middle name: You maintain store safety standards, uphold Asset Protection standards, adhere to all AEO policies, and consistently do the right thing.

YOU'RE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE

• You love AE and Aerie products.
• You have led teams in a retail management role previously.
• You can multi‑task with strong attention to detail and prioritize time effectively.
• You possess strong business acumen.
• You have flexible availability and can work when guests shop.

OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE

• They work with REAL people – a supportive AEO Family.
• They receive opportunities for development, new skills, and career advancement.
• They receive 40% off products at both AE & Aerie year‑round (plus additional seasonal discounts).
• They can win free merchandise and exclusive prizes through store contests.

ABOUT US

Built on a platform of power, positivity, and no photo retouching – inspiring people to love their real selves. Aerie is a fast‑growing lifestyle brand offering intimates, apparel, activewear, and swim collections. With the AerieREAL movement, we celebrate our community by advocating body positivity and empowering all women. Our Real Good promise includes swimwear, bras, and underwear made from recycled polyester, recycled nylon, and sustainably sourced cotton.

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity ("EEO") laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of race, color, religion, creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.

For Brand Ambassador and Stock positions, hiring is based on need; applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. For all other store jobs, applications are accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.

PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility, associates may receive health care benefits (medical, vision, 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, sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level, type, location, classification, and years of service. For additional information, please click HERE.
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.

JOB INFO

Job Identification: 24662

Job Category: Stores

Posting Date: 2026-04-20T12:50:51+00:00

Job Schedule: Full time

Location: King of Prussia, PA, United States