Aeries - Merchandise Team Leader

The Merchandise Team Leader supports the Store Team Leader and is responsible in achieving sales goals, meeting merchandising brand standards anddelivering operational excellence through effectively leading a high performing merchandising and stock team.

The Merchandising Lead is expected torole model AEO values and AEO Customer First behaviors in all actions and interactions in order to create a positive Customer First experience.

ESSENITAL FUNCTIONS:Put the customer first through Visual Merchandising by delivering flawless execution in Windows, Floorsets, Marketing and 5 Standards to drive Trafficand deliver our seasonal brand and product message.

RESPONSIBILITIES:Visual & Operational Execution• Maintain 5 S standards on the sales floor, cash wrap and fitting room ensuring store environment is safe for employees andcustomers.• Manage all visual directives, mappingand floorset are properly planned, scheduled and executed seamlesslywithin allottedtimeframe.• Generate and analyze merchandise reports and make necessary brand appropriate merchandising moves to maximizepresentation and drive sales.• Oversee and participate in the efficient and productive handling of all merchandise from shipment receipt and processing, floorsets,markdown optimization, FlexFulfillmentand replenishment systems while maintaining stockroom Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).• Oversees and ensures efficiency of all daily operational procedures.• Executes all daily operational procedures and supports the management team to ensure the store audit compliance and shrink resultsmeet company loss prevention standards.Leadership• Motivate and inspire the team by developing and delivering a compelling vision and purpose which encompasses American Eagle OutfittersCore Values• Act as the leader on duty and consistently models the brand customer service standards and Customer First sellingbehaviors.• Hold the store team and self-accountable for achieving all brand, performance and behavior standards.• Build effective relationships with associates, peers and supervisor to develop a high performing team and customer-centric culture• Lead and participate in productive weekly leadership meetings that align with and drive the business strategy.• Proactively seek personal learning and development opportunities to build leadership skill set and enhance individualperformance• Comply with all AEO Inc. Loss Prevention standards and provide a safe environment for associates and customers.• Ensure all associates training and development initiatives are executed in a timely manner

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