Retail Team Leader

Job Description YOUR ROLE As the full-time Merchandising Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the Merchandising strategy for the store. Your passion lies in training and coaching your team into great merchants delivering AEO brand Visual standards every day. Through your leadership, your team always nails floorset execution, and rocks merchandising and marketing brand standards. You ensure the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment. Most importantly, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES You have a passion for driving sales: You're a merchandising innovator: You're a people leader: You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You're an operational innovator: Integrity is your middle name: YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF: You love AE and Aerie products! You've led teams in a retail management role previously - #practicemakesperfect! You can multi-task and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are your strong suits. You know how to lead and develop teams and have a general understanding of employment law. Business acumen? You've got it! You have flexible availability - you're available to work when the guest shops! OUR ASSOCIATES LOVE AEO BECAUSE: They work with REAL people - there's nothing like your #AEOFamily. They're given opportunities for development, the chance to learn new skills, and are offered great potential for career advancement. They receive 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets!) They participate in store contests for the chance to win FREE merchandise and other exclusive prizes. About Us Built on a platform of power, positivity and no photo retouching - inspiring people to love their real selves. Aerie is a fast-growing lifestyle brand offering intimates, apparel, activewear, and swim collections. With the #AerieREAL™ movement, we celebrate our community by advocating for body positivity and the empowerment of all women. As part of our Real Good promise, we create swimsuits, bras, and underwear with materials made from recycled polyester, recycled nylon fabric or sustainably sourced cotton. 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. For Brand Ambassador and Stock positions, hiring will be based on need, however, applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. For all other store jobs, applications will be accepted until the Apply Before date (if applicable), but may be extended based on applicant volume. 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. Job Info Job Identification 31317 Job Category Stores Posting Date 09/10/2026, 05:58 PM Locations Streets of Brentwood - 02494 Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Variable Anticipated Pay Range for All Posted Locations $22.25/hour up to $34.75/hour #J-18808-Ljbffr