Retail Merchandising Team Leader: Drive Visuals & Sales

American Eagle Outfitters; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% off AE & Aerie

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters in Naperville, IL is hiring a full-time Merchandising Team Leader to partner with the Store Team Leader on developing and implementing the merchandising strategy. You will train and coach your team to deliver top-tier guest experiences, ensure floorset excellence, and uphold AEO brand standards across the store.

You will lead with integrity, manage replenishment, and drive key KPIs while building a high-performing team committed to excellent service and asset protection.

Qualifications

• You will lead and coach a team to deliver AEO brand Visual standards and guest experience.
• You drive floorset execution, replenishment, and daily merchandising to achieve KPIs.
• You recruit, train, and develop store talent while upholding store safety and asset protection policies.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales as a Leader on Duty (LOD) by maximizing fitting room and salesfloor productivity.
• Ensure store is guest-ready and aligned with AEO brand standards.
• Coach team through real-time feedback, development plans, and performance reviews.

Skills

leadership

training

coaching

merchandising

floorset

guest experience

replenishment

brand standards

people management

talent development

operations

asset protection

Job description

American Eagle Outfitters in Naperville, IL is hiring a full-time Merchandising Team Leader to partner with the Store Team Leader on developing and implementing the merchandising strategy. You will train and coach your team to deliver top-tier guest experiences, ensure floorset excellence, and uphold AEO brand standards across the store.

You will lead with integrity, manage replenishment, and drive key KPIs while building a high-performing team committed to excellent service and asset protection.