Merchandising Team Leader – Elevate Store Experience

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% off AE & Aerie year-round

Store contests for free merchandise

Career development opportunities

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. seeks a full-time Merchandising Team Leader in Arlington, VA. You will partner with the Store Team Leader to develop and implement merchandising strategies, train staff, and ensure floorset excellence and guest readiness.

You will coach a team to uphold AEO brand standards, drive sales, manage replenishment, and deliver a best-in-class guest experience while maintaining store safety and assets.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a retail management role.
• Ability to coach and develop team members to meet brand standards.
• Strong focus on stock replenishment, floorset execution and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales as Leader on Duty by maximizing floor productivity and guest loyalty.
• Lead day-to-day merchandising, replenishment, and floorset execution to uphold AEO brand standards.
• Motivate and develop the team through real-time coaching, feedback and performance reviews.
• Recruit and train staff to ensure optimal staffing and service levels.
• Support daily store operations and maintain safety and asset protection standards.

Skills

Retail leadership

Sales optimization

Staff coaching

Visual merchandising

People development

Job description

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. seeks a full-time Merchandising Team Leader in Arlington, VA. You will partner with the Store Team Leader to develop and implement merchandising strategies, train staff, and ensure floorset excellence and guest readiness.

You will coach a team to uphold AEO brand standards, drive sales, manage replenishment, and deliver a best-in-class guest experience while maintaining store safety and assets.