Merchandising Team Leader: Elevate Visual Standards

AEO; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

40% off AE & Aerie

Paid time off

Job summary

AEO is seeking a full‑time Merchandising Team Leader in Carlsbad, CA. You will be the Store Team Leader's go‑to for developing and implementing the merchandising strategy, training your team to deliver AEO brand standards, and ensuring floorset execution and guest readiness.

You will lead, mentor, and develop staff to meet KPIs, drive sales, manage replenishment, and uphold store safety and asset protection policies. The role emphasizes guest experience and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management and leading a team to meet business KPIs.
• Ability to train and coach staff to deliver brand standards and guest experience.
• Strong merchandising focus with replenishment and floorset execution.
• Proven ability to analyze trends and make strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales as Leader on Duty by maximizing fitting room and salesfloor productivity.
• Lead day‑to‑day merchandising, sell‑through adjustments and replenishment to reflect brand standards.
• Coach and develop team to deliver excellent customer service and maintain store standards.
• Recruit and train talent to ensure adequate staffing for business needs.
• Provide real‑time coaching and performance feedback to the team.

Skills

Retail management

Team leadership

Training & coaching

Merchandising

Tools

Merchandising standards

Job description

AEO is seeking a full‑time Merchandising Team Leader in Carlsbad, CA. You will be the Store Team Leader's go‑to for developing and implementing the merchandising strategy, training your team to deliver AEO brand standards, and ensuring floorset execution and guest readiness.

You will lead, mentor, and develop staff to meet KPIs, drive sales, manage replenishment, and uphold store safety and asset protection policies. The role emphasizes guest experience and teamwork.