Project Manager - Networking

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Associate Discount

Hybrid Schedule

In-Person Interviews at Pittsburgh/NYC

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead enterprise-scale networking initiatives from our Pittsburgh area teams.

You will oversee multi-million dollar networks projects, align roadmaps with business goals, and drive complex data center and WAN/LAN migrations. You will partner with network engineers, security operations, and vendors to ensure on-time delivery, clear reporting, and governance across global environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business or IT-related field and 10+ years of enterprise IT infrastructure and network engineering project leadership.
• Strong networking technology understanding (SD-WAN, LAN/WAN, firewalls, data center architecture).
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred; networking certifications (CCNA/CCNP, Network+) a plus.
• Experience managing multi-million dollar networking initiatives and vendor relationships.
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration with technology, security, and external service providers.

Responsibilities

• Define project roadmaps, critical paths, and resource allocations for enterprise networking initiatives.
• Lead end-to-end delivery of global networking projects across data centers, offices, and retail environments.
• Partner with telecom vendors and PMs to drive high-impact infrastructure goals aligned with business strategy.
• Provide transparent reporting, executive updates, and audit documentation for network projects.
• Manage risks, scope changes, and change management to minimize downtime.
• Develop standardized project management practices and tooling for network deployments.
• Support vendor negotiations and maintain accountability for performance and cost.
• Supervise network engineers and external contractors to ensure execution excellence.

Skills

Networking knowledge

Project management

Vendor management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Miro

Monday.com

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Description

Title: Project Manager - Networking

Reports To: Director - Program & Project Management

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

American Eagle is a youth culture brand grounded in denim. Our purpose extends beyond making the best jeans–we embrace self expression, culture, optimism and connection. Through the brand platform Live Your Life, we empower our community to be who they want to be all while wearing the clothes that make them most confident.]

Get To Know The Role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex, enterprise-scale initiatives across our Corporate Infrastructure domain. This role requires deep networking knowledge and experience to manage multi-million dollar investments, high-value vendor relationships, and critical networking project delivery.

As the primary project leader for our core networking function, you will align long-term business goals with robust, highly available technical solutions. You will drive large-scale infrastructure improvements across global environments—serving as the critical bridge between network engineering, security operations, external service providers, and cross-functional technology teams.

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Infrastructure Planning: Partner with Network leadership and Product Management to define project roadmaps, critical paths, and resource allocations for enterprise networking initiatives.
• Enterprise-Scale Delivery: Lead end-to-end delivery of global strategic initiatives such as data center migrations, firewall migrations, switch migrations, DAS / Telecom implementations and infrastructure changes across corporate offices, distribution centers, data centers, and retail environments.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner effectively with telecom vendors, AEO engineering teams, and PMs across Technology to drive the delivery of high-impact infrastructure goals that support the company's long-term technology strategy.
• Communication & Compliance Reporting: Act as the primary liaison for network projects, delivering transparent progress reports, executive updates, and technical/audit documentation.
• Risk & Cutover Management: Proactively monitor project dependencies, manage scope changes, and lead change management efforts around high-risk maintenance windows to minimize business downtime.
• Operational Excellence & Tooling: Develop standardized project management practices and tools tailored to network deployments, accelerating delivery velocity across the infrastructure organization.
• Vendor Negotiations & Telecom Management: Support vendor negotiations and vendor relationships ensuring accountability, performance, and cost efficiency.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Supervise and motivate project team members, network engineers, and external vendors/contractors, fostering a culture of accountability and execution excellence.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of direct project management experience leading complex, enterprise-scale IT infrastructure and network engineering initiatives.
• Understanding of networking technology (e.g., SD-WAN, LAN/WAN, firewalls, wireless, data center architecture, and cloud connectivity).
• Proven track record of managing and delivering global network migrations (e.g., SD-WAN deployments, data center consolidations, global WAN/LAN overhauls).
• Demonstrated history of holding external vendors accountable to strict SLAs.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification (e.g., CSM) is strongly preferred. Networking certifications (e.g., CCNA/CCNP, Network+) are a major plus.
• Experience with fashion retail industry operations, supply chain logistics, or retail store connectivity is highly desirable.
• Excellent strategic planning, communication, negotiation, and executive presentation skills.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Atlassian Cloud - specifically Jira and Confluence, Miro, Monday.com).
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.

Perks: Why You’ll Love it Here

• Generous Associate Discount: Treat yourself to the best our brands offer!
• Summer Fridays (For Pittsburgh, NYC and Remote Corporate Associates): More time for the sun and the weekend between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
• Casual Dress Code: Come as you are (and stay comfy).
• Hybrid Schedule: Enjoy a blend of home-office focus and in-office collaboration.
• In-Person Connection: While we love our digital tools, we love our people even more! To keep our culture thriving, in-person presence is required at one of our Pittsburgh or NYC headquarters, distribution centers or field locations for interviews, orientation and periodic quarterly meetups.
• In-Office Events: Exciting company-wide events you won’t want to miss!

Pay/Benefits Information

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here .
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.

About Us

Get to Know AEO

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) is a leading global specialty retailer with a portfolio of beloved apparel brands including American Eagle, Aerie, OFFL/NE by Aerie, Todd Snyder and Unsubscribed.

Rooted in optimism, inclusivity and authenticity, AEO’s brands empower every customer to celebrate their unique personal style by offering casual, comfortable, timeless outfitting and high-quality products that are made to last. In addition to a robust e-commerce business, we operate stores in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with merchandise available in more than 30 countries through a global network of license partners.

At AEO, we believe in the power of our people and our brands. Our Better Together culture creates a mutual desire to succeed–inspiring our community to excel, while driving future growth for the business and associates. Through experience, exposure and education we empower associates to build their unique career journey.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Access at AEO

We remain committed to building an inclusive culture that is welcoming and fosters a sense of belonging for everyone. Please see more about our initiatives here .

AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity (“EEO”) laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or creed, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, compensation, assignment, training, promotion, performance evaluation, discipline and discharge. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.

Applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume.

JOB INFO

Job Identification 31140

Job Category : Technology

Posting Date : 2026-09-10T14:39:26+00:00

Job Schedule : Full time

Locations : Pittsburgh, PA, United States