Merchandising Team Leader - Drive Sales & Training

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% off AE & Aerie products

Store contests and exclusive prizes

Seasonal discounts with new Floorsets

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is seeking a full-time Merchandising Team Leader in Auburn Hills, MI to drive merchandising strategy and coach a high-performing team. You will ensure brand standards are met, floorsets executed, and the store remains guest-ready with strong replenishment and selling floor execution.

You will lead talent development, provide real-time coaching, and champion AEO customer service expectations while maintaining asset protection and store safety.

Qualifications

• Must have retail leadership experience
• Strong coaching and training abilities
• Proven track record in driving sales and merchandising standards

Responsibilities

• Drive sales through optimizing fitting room and salesfloor productivity and guest loyalty.
• Coach team to deliver brand standards and maintain visual merchandising.
• Lead talent recruitment, training, and development to ensure staffing meets business needs.
• Provide real-time feedback, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Maintain store safety, asset protection, and adherence to policies.
• Execute daily operations and floorset standards to keep guest-ready environments.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Sales

Merchandising

Guest experience

Fitting room management

Team development

Job description

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is seeking a full-time Merchandising Team Leader in Auburn Hills, MI to drive merchandising strategy and coach a high-performing team. You will ensure brand standards are met, floorsets executed, and the store remains guest-ready with strong replenishment and selling floor execution.

You will lead talent development, provide real-time coaching, and champion AEO customer service expectations while maintaining asset protection and store safety.