Store Leader: Drive Sales & Team Excellence

American Eagle Outfitters; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40% off AE & Aerie products year-round

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters in Mentor, OH is seeking a Store Team Leader who runs the store as a CEO—owning the P&L, coaching teams, and driving sales while upholding brand standards. You will lead scheduling, performance reviews and training to ensure exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence.

Ideal candidates have retail leadership experience, strong communication skills, and are capable of making strategic decisions that align with AEO Brand Standards.

Qualifications

• Proven retail store leadership experience with P&L ownership.
• Strong coaching, training and team development skills.
• Ability to analyze reports and drive sales through action.
• Excellent communication and conflict-management abilities.
• Knowledge of employment law and schedule management.

Responsibilities

• Own the store business plan to meet KPI goals.
• Drive sales and guest experience through productivity.
• Recruit, hire and develop a high-performing team.
• Manage floorsets, merchandising and brand standards.
• Prepare schedules and monitor payroll to optimize labor.
• Uphold integrity and asset protection standards.

Skills

Retail leadership

Team development

Sales strategy

P&L management

Scheduling

Guest experience

Job description

American Eagle Outfitters in Mentor, OH is seeking a Store Team Leader who runs the store as a CEO—owning the P&L, coaching teams, and driving sales while upholding brand standards. You will lead scheduling, performance reviews and training to ensure exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence.

Ideal candidates have retail leadership experience, strong communication skills, and are capable of making strategic decisions that align with AEO Brand Standards.