American Eagle Outfitters Inc.
AE - Store Team Leader (Store Manager)
American Eagle Outfitters Inc., Grand Island, Nebraska, United States, 68803
Overview
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 are a pro at making tough, strategic decisions to drive your business, you consistently deliver operational excellence and your store is always rocking AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, you bring your REAL self to work every day!
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 are a pro at making tough, strategic decisions to drive your business, you consistently deliver operational excellence and your store is always rocking AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, you bring your REAL self to work every day!
Your Responsibilities
You have a passion for driving results: You are an expert at driving sales by maximizing overall store productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience. You create, manage and own your store\'s business plan to meet KPI goals.
You are a business innovator: You own the controllable elements of your store\'s P&L, analyze reporting and daily sales trends to make real-time, innovative business decisions to achieve store financial goals.
You are a people leader: You are passionate about recruiting, hiring and retaining a high-performing team. You advocate for your team\'s development, encourage internal opportunities, and maintain a succession plan for clear career paths. You lead leadership development, provide performance feedback, and develop individual development plans and annual reviews.
You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You champion a culture of teamwork and recognition by establishing and communicating goals, holding your team accountable to brand standards, and celebrating outstanding performance daily.
Your store rocks AEO Brand Standards: You ensure your store maintains AEO Brand Visual Standards by owning all visual and merchandising processes. You lead Floorsets, merchandise adjustments and replenishment with a clear understanding of each team member\'s role in keeping the store guest-ready.
Workforce Management: You maximize business through smart scheduling by evaluating traffic, calendars and payroll reports to meet business needs, keeping payroll aligned and leveraging top talent to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
Integrity: You demonstrate integrity in compensation decisions, ensure audit and shrink results meet Asset Protection Standards, follow AEO policies and do the right thing.
You\'d Be Great For This Role If
You love AE and Aerie products
You\'ve led functional teams in retail management roles
You can multi-task with attention to detail; you excel at priority-setting and time management
You know how to lead and develop teams and have a general understanding of employment law
You have a track record of effective communication and conflict management
You have strong business acumen
You understand how to analyze reporting to drive sales
You have flexible availability to meet guest shopping needs
Our Associates Love AEO Because
They work with real people and a supportive #AEOFamily
Opportunities for development, learning new skills and career advancement
40% off AE & Aerie year-round (plus seasonal Floorset discounts)
Store contests with chances to win free merchandise and exclusive prizes
About Us
American Eagle is a leading American jeans and apparel brand, the go-to destination for casual style, embraced by generations of youth since 1977. We are rooted in authenticity, powered by positivity and inspired by our community. Our collections are designed to inspire self-expression and empower our customers to celebrate their own uniqueness. We have broadened our leadership by producing innovative, sustainable fabrics.
AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of 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. AEO also provides reasonable accommodations of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
Pay/Benefits Information
Actual starting pay is determined by factors including relevant experience and location.
Health care benefits (medical, vision, dental), wellness benefits, 401(k), life and disability insurance, employee stock purchase program, paid time off, paid sick leave, and parental leave benefits may be available, subject to eligibility.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level/type, location, classification, and years of service.
AEO may provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives.
Job Info
Job Identification: 18903
Job Category: Stores
Posting Date: 2025-09-29
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: Grand Island, NE, United States
Locations : Grand Island, NE
This description reflects the role as posted; for brand and store-specific requirements, refer to official postings. This content is intended for prospective applicants and is not a contract.
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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 are a pro at making tough, strategic decisions to drive your business, you consistently deliver operational excellence and your store is always rocking AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, you bring your REAL self to work every day!
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 are a pro at making tough, strategic decisions to drive your business, you consistently deliver operational excellence and your store is always rocking AEO Brand Standards. Most importantly, you bring your REAL self to work every day!
Your Responsibilities
You have a passion for driving results: You are an expert at driving sales by maximizing overall store productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience. You create, manage and own your store\'s business plan to meet KPI goals.
You are a business innovator: You own the controllable elements of your store\'s P&L, analyze reporting and daily sales trends to make real-time, innovative business decisions to achieve store financial goals.
You are a people leader: You are passionate about recruiting, hiring and retaining a high-performing team. You advocate for your team\'s development, encourage internal opportunities, and maintain a succession plan for clear career paths. You lead leadership development, provide performance feedback, and develop individual development plans and annual reviews.
You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You champion a culture of teamwork and recognition by establishing and communicating goals, holding your team accountable to brand standards, and celebrating outstanding performance daily.
Your store rocks AEO Brand Standards: You ensure your store maintains AEO Brand Visual Standards by owning all visual and merchandising processes. You lead Floorsets, merchandise adjustments and replenishment with a clear understanding of each team member\'s role in keeping the store guest-ready.
Workforce Management: You maximize business through smart scheduling by evaluating traffic, calendars and payroll reports to meet business needs, keeping payroll aligned and leveraging top talent to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
Integrity: You demonstrate integrity in compensation decisions, ensure audit and shrink results meet Asset Protection Standards, follow AEO policies and do the right thing.
You\'d Be Great For This Role If
You love AE and Aerie products
You\'ve led functional teams in retail management roles
You can multi-task with attention to detail; you excel at priority-setting and time management
You know how to lead and develop teams and have a general understanding of employment law
You have a track record of effective communication and conflict management
You have strong business acumen
You understand how to analyze reporting to drive sales
You have flexible availability to meet guest shopping needs
Our Associates Love AEO Because
They work with real people and a supportive #AEOFamily
Opportunities for development, learning new skills and career advancement
40% off AE & Aerie year-round (plus seasonal Floorset discounts)
Store contests with chances to win free merchandise and exclusive prizes
About Us
American Eagle is a leading American jeans and apparel brand, the go-to destination for casual style, embraced by generations of youth since 1977. We are rooted in authenticity, powered by positivity and inspired by our community. Our collections are designed to inspire self-expression and empower our customers to celebrate their own uniqueness. We have broadened our leadership by producing innovative, sustainable fabrics.
AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of 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. AEO also provides reasonable accommodations of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.
Pay/Benefits Information
Actual starting pay is determined by factors including relevant experience and location.
Health care benefits (medical, vision, dental), wellness benefits, 401(k), life and disability insurance, employee stock purchase program, paid time off, paid sick leave, and parental leave benefits may be available, subject to eligibility.
Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level/type, location, classification, and years of service.
AEO may provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives.
Job Info
Job Identification: 18903
Job Category: Stores
Posting Date: 2025-09-29
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: Grand Island, NE, United States
Locations : Grand Island, NE
This description reflects the role as posted; for brand and store-specific requirements, refer to official postings. This content is intended for prospective applicants and is not a contract.
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