Offline - Store Team Leader (Store Manager)

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading retail company as a Store Team Leader, where you'll drive store operations, develop a strong team, and ensure operational excellence. This full-time role requires a passion for retail, leadership skills, and the ability to make strategic decisions to enhance business performance.

Benefits

Year-round employee discounts (40% off AE & Aerie)

Opportunities for development and career growth

Participation in contests and exclusive prizes

Qualifications

• Experience leading retail teams.
• Strong multi-tasking and attention to detail.
• Flexible availability to meet guest shopping needs.

Responsibilities

• Maximize store productivity and build guest loyalty.
• Analyze sales reports to meet financial goals.
• Recruit and develop a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Communication

Conflict Resolution

Sales Analysis

Job description

Offline - Store Team Leader (Store Manager)

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Pay Range

This range is provided by American Eagle Outfitters Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$53,500.00/yr - $89,100.00/yr

Job Description

YOUR ROLE

As the full-time Store Team Leader, you are the CEO of your store! You are an entrepreneurial-minded business owner who takes pride in maximizing the daily operations of your store. You are passionate about developing a strong team through effective coaching and training. You excel at making strategic decisions to drive your business, consistently deliver operational excellence, and ensure your store always meets AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, bring your authentic self to work every day!

Your Responsibilities

• Driving Results: Maximize store productivity, build guest loyalty through excellent service, and develop your store's business plan to meet KPI goals.
• Business Innovation: Analyze sales reports and trends to make real-time decisions that meet financial goals.
• People Leadership: Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing team, provide leadership development, and manage performance reviews.
• Teamwork: Foster a culture of teamwork, set goals, and recognize outstanding performance.
• Brand Standards: Maintain visual standards, manage merchandising, and ensure the store is guest-ready.
• Workforce Management: Create effective schedules based on traffic and sales data, manage payroll, and leverage top talent.
• Integrity: Uphold company policies, ensure asset protection, and make ethical decisions.

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Passion for AE and Aerie products
• Experience leading retail teams
• Strong multi-tasking, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Leadership and employment law knowledge
• Effective communication and conflict resolution skills
• Business acumen and sales analysis skills
• Flexible availability to meet guest shopping needs

Why Work at AEO?

• Work with genuine people — your #AEOFamily
• Opportunities for development and career growth
• Year-round employee discounts (40% off AE & Aerie)
• Participation in contests and exclusive prizes

About Us

OFFLINE by Aerie offers activewear and accessories for real movement and comfort, celebrating real life and sustainable practices.

Equal Opportunity Statement

AEO is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are provided as required by law.

Pay & Benefits

• Starting pay depends on experience and location.
• Benefits include health care, wellness programs, 401(k), insurance, paid time off, and more.

Job Info

Identification: 13257

Category: Stores

Posting Date: 2025-05-23

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Geneva, IL, United States

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Healthcare, Non-profit, Government