Merchandising Team Leader: Elevate Visuals & Sales

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Discount AE & Aerie

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is seeking a full-time Merchandising Team Leader to guide store merchandising strategy, coach teams, and ensure visual standards are met. You will lead floorset execution and replenishment, while delivering a best-in-class guest experience.

You will train and develop your team to uphold AE brand standards, drive sales, and maintain a guest-ready environment. This role emphasizes leadership, accountability, and store collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience leading retail teams.
• Ability to coach and develop a sales staff.
• Strong knowledge of store visuals and branding.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales as a Leader on Duty by maximizing floor productivity.
• Lead day-to-day merchandising, replenishment, and floorset execution.
• Develop short and long-term business plans to improve KPIs.
• Recruit, train, and develop store associates to deliver exceptional service.
• Provide real-time coaching and performance feedback to the team.
• Maintain store safety and asset protection standards.
• Uphold AE brand standards and guest-ready store conditions.

Skills

Retail leadership

Team coaching

Visual standards

Sales-driven

Guest experience

Job description

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is seeking a full-time Merchandising Team Leader to guide store merchandising strategy, coach teams, and ensure visual standards are met. You will lead floorset execution and replenishment, while delivering a best-in-class guest experience.

You will train and develop your team to uphold AE brand standards, drive sales, and maintain a guest-ready environment. This role emphasizes leadership, accountability, and store collaboration.