Merchandising Lead & Assistant Manager Elevate Visuals

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% off AE & Aerie products

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. in Gurnee, IL seeks a full-time Merchandising Team Leader to drive the store's merchandising strategy, lead and coach the team, and ensure brand visual standards are kept daily.

You will own floorset execution, replenishment, and guest-ready experiences, train associates, and use real-time coaching to improve performance, aligning with AEO values and store goals.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a retail team or store department.
• Ability to train and develop team members.
• Strong understanding of brand visual standards and merchandising.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales by optimizing floorset execution and replenishment.
• Coach and develop the merchandising team to deliver best-in-class guest experience.
• Lead day-to-day merchandising, trend analysis, and stock management to meet KPIs.
• Recruit and train talent to ensure staffing aligns with business needs.
• Provide real-time feedback, conduct performance reviews, and motivate the team.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Visual merchandising

Guest experience

Job description

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. in Gurnee, IL seeks a full-time Merchandising Team Leader to drive the store's merchandising strategy, lead and coach the team, and ensure brand visual standards are kept daily.

You will own floorset execution, replenishment, and guest-ready experiences, train associates, and use real-time coaching to improve performance, aligning with AEO values and store goals.