Store Leader jobs at DSW

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people's homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is nearly 60 years in the making-and our story is still unfolding. We're here for it. We think you should be too. We're looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as an Assistant Store Leader - Customer Experience & Outreach. Determined and motivating, Assistant Store Leader - Customer Experience & Outreach empower the sales team to deliver the exceptional customer experience that we're known for. You're a natural leader, engaging and inspiring. You're well connected to the pulse of the sales floor and see the big picture, working to create a consistent image and optimistic mood in the store. As an Assistant Store Leader - Customer Experience & Outreach, you own customer resolution. Always in the customer's corner, you're empowered to make timely decisions to accommodate their needs and address their concerns. A mentor, educator and coach, you develop creative ways to encourage your team to meet sales goals and turn out a top-notch performance every day. A day in the life as an Assistant Store Leader... * In collaboration with the Store Leader, manage and delegate workload and ensure execution of plans and strategies across the store and in assigned area. * Partner with the Store Leader to establish and communicate all critical metrics and expectations within the store, including but not limited to sales, visual, operations, safety, loss prevention, human resources, payroll/scheduling and training. * Coach, teach, train, recognize and manage all aspects of performance and development for all store associates to encourage professional growth and build a bench of talent. * Focus on promoting and driving sales as they pertain to, or are driven by, position and acting as the Leader on Duty (LOD). * Collaborate with Store Leader and other functional Assistant Store Leaders during new season planning and execution * Analyze results through reporting, translating numbers into actionable behaviors and goals in order to improve KPI results. * Ensure all customers are provided gracious, quick and efficient service. Set expectations and model excellent service by exhibiting a positive attitude and enthusiasm toward the job and the company to both internal and external customers in all forms of communication. * Communicate regularly with the management team concerning all aspects of sales, customer feedback/traffic and associate training/performance. Participate in weekly store walk-throughs with the management team and follow-up as required. * Stay up to date on all store initiatives and communications that are received, sharing with associates when appropriate. What you'll bring to the table.. * Your sense of personal style with a discerning eye and passion for design and home furnishings * Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem solving skills * Strong delegation skills in support of execution and driving results * Proven ability to build a culture focused on success and teamwork We'd love to hear from you if you have… * 2+ years customer service or retail leadership experience * High school diploma/GED or equivalent, Associate degree or equivalent preferred * Full-Time roles: Open availability to work flexible hours on weekdays, evenings and weekends

YOUR ROLE As the Merchandise Leader, you are the Merchandising Team Leader's right hand in ensuring your store is always rocking AEO Brand Visual Standards. Your expertise lies in executing effective Floorsets, marketing and merchandising updates; plus, you ensure the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment. You have a keen attention to detail, you are passionate about visual standards, and you love working with your team to #getthejobdone. Most importantly, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES You have a passion for merchandising: You support driving an outstanding guest experience in partnership with the Merchandising Team Leader by ensuring your store is always representative of AEO Brand Standards. Floorsets are your "thing"! You drive killer Floorset execution by training and coaching the Floorset team, setting clear productivity goals, and ensuring all areas of the store are effectively executed to Floorset standards - from uppers and bustforms to tables and wardrobers. You're a merchandising innovator: You ensure your store stays in tip-top shape by #owning day to day merchandising, sell-through adjustments and replenishment. You have a keen eye for merchandising opportunities and are always ready to game plan with leadership and take action! You've got a "teamwork" mentality: You support the Merchandising Team Leader in ensuring the team understands how to maintain AEO Brand Standards through merchandising, adjustments and replenishment so your store is always looking #fresh! You're a people person: You ensure the merchandising team's #1 priority is always the guest experience. You make it a priority to champion a culture of recognition and you love to celebrate wins with the team! Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained on the Salesfloor and in the Stockroom. You're committed to shrink-reducing strategies and you always adhere to AEO policies and procedures. YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF: You love AE and Aerie products! You love organization and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are your strong suits. You have flexible availability - you're there to get product moving early in the morning, late in the evening and on the weekends. You have strong retail merchandising and visual skills and you have a history of retail work - #practicemakesperfect. 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.

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by rocking out strong LOD (Leader on Duty) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You hold down the daily operations of the store as needed. You train, motivate and celebrate associates and you have a passion for driving killer sales results. 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: As a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you're an expert at driving sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class, in-store guest experience. You support Store Leadership in doing what it takes to maximize business opportunities to drive KPI results. You're a people leader: You're all about motivating and inspiring the team through AEO's core values. You're a role-model leader and you always hold associates accountable to rocking AEO's service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room. You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You make it a top priority to recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing associates to ensure they continue to provide outstanding service and represent a Guest First culture. You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You challenge Sales and Stock Associates with clear, attainable goals and consistently provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching. You motivate associates and drive engagement by celebrating outstanding performance - #winning! You're a visual & operational innovator: You're a natural at executing and innovating daily visual and operational procedures including shipment processing, merchandising moves and visual standards. Most importantly, you ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and rocking AEO Brand Standards. Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained, you're committed to Asset Protection standards, you always adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always. 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. 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.

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by rocking out strong LOD (Leader on Duty) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You hold down the daily operations of the store as needed. You train, motivate and celebrate associates and you have a passion for driving killer sales results. 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: As a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you're an expert at driving sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class, in-store guest experience. You support Store Leadership in doing what it takes to maximize business opportunities to drive KPI results. You're a people leader: You're all about motivating and inspiring the team through AEO's core values. You're a role-model leader and you always hold associates accountable to rocking AEO's service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room. You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You make it a top priority to recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing associates to ensure they continue to provide outstanding service and represent a Guest First culture. You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You challenge Sales and Stock Associates with clear, attainable goals and consistently provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching. You motivate associates and drive engagement by celebrating outstanding performance - #winning! You're a visual & operational innovator: You're a natural at executing and innovating daily visual and operational procedures including shipment processing, merchandising moves and visual standards. Most importantly, you ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and rocking AEO Brand Standards. Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained, you're committed to Asset Protection standards, you always adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always. 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. 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.

YOUR ROLE As the Merchandise Leader, you are the Merchandising Team Leader's right hand in ensuring your store is always rocking AEO Brand Visual Standards. Your expertise lies in executing effective Floorsets, marketing and merchandising updates; plus, you ensure the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment. You have a keen attention to detail, you are passionate about visual standards, and you love working with your team to #getthejobdone. Most importantly, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES You have a passion for merchandising: You support driving an outstanding guest experience in partnership with the Merchandising Team Leader by ensuring your store is always representative of AEO Brand Standards. Floorsets are your "thing"! You drive killer Floorset execution by training and coaching the Floorset team, setting clear productivity goals, and ensuring all areas of the store are effectively executed to Floorset standards - from uppers and bustforms to tables and wardrobers. You're a merchandising innovator: You ensure your store stays in tip-top shape by #owning day to day merchandising, sell-through adjustments and replenishment. You have a keen eye for merchandising opportunities and are always ready to game plan with leadership and take action! You've got a "teamwork" mentality: You support the Merchandising Team Leader in ensuring the team understands how to maintain AEO Brand Standards through merchandising, adjustments and replenishment so your store is always looking #fresh! You're a people person: You ensure the merchandising team's #1 priority is always the guest experience. You make it a priority to champion a culture of recognition and you love to celebrate wins with the team! Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained on the Salesfloor and in the Stockroom. You're committed to shrink-reducing strategies and you always adhere to AEO policies and procedures. YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF: You love AE and Aerie products! You love organization and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are your strong suits. You have flexible availability - you're there to get product moving early in the morning, late in the evening and on the weekends. You have strong retail merchandising and visual skills and you have a history of retail work - #practicemakesperfect. 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.

YOUR ROLE As the Merchandise Leader, you are the Merchandising Team Leader's right hand in ensuring your store is always rocking AEO Brand Visual Standards. Your expertise lies in executing effective Floorsets, marketing and merchandising updates; plus, you ensure the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment. You have a keen attention to detail, you are passionate about visual standards, and you love working with your team to #getthejobdone. Most importantly, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES You have a passion for merchandising: You support driving an outstanding guest experience in partnership with the Merchandising Team Leader by ensuring your store is always representative of AEO Brand Standards. Floorsets are your "thing"! You drive killer Floorset execution by training and coaching the Floorset team, setting clear productivity goals, and ensuring all areas of the store are effectively executed to Floorset standards - from uppers and bustforms to tables and wardrobers. You're a merchandising innovator: You ensure your store stays in tip-top shape by #owning day to day merchandising, sell-through adjustments and replenishment. You have a keen eye for merchandising opportunities and are always ready to game plan with leadership and take action! You've got a "teamwork" mentality: You support the Merchandising Team Leader in ensuring the team understands how to maintain AEO Brand Standards through merchandising, adjustments and replenishment so your store is always looking #fresh! You're a people person: You ensure the merchandising team's #1 priority is always the guest experience. You make it a priority to champion a culture of recognition and you love to celebrate wins with the team! Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained on the Salesfloor and in the Stockroom. You're committed to shrink-reducing strategies and you always adhere to AEO policies and procedures. YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF: You love AE and Aerie products! You love organization and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are your strong suits. You have flexible availability - you're there to get product moving early in the morning, late in the evening and on the weekends. You have strong retail merchandising and visual skills and you have a history of retail work - #practicemakesperfect. 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.

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by rocking out strong LOD (Leader on Duty) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You hold down the daily operations of the store as needed. You train, motivate and celebrate associates and you have a passion for driving killer sales results. 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: As a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you're an expert at driving sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class, in-store guest experience. You support Store Leadership in doing what it takes to maximize business opportunities to drive KPI results. You're a people leader: You're all about motivating and inspiring the team through AEO's core values. You're a role-model leader and you always hold associates accountable to rocking AEO's service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room. You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You make it a top priority to recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing associates to ensure they continue to provide outstanding service and represent a Guest First culture. You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You challenge Sales and Stock Associates with clear, attainable goals and consistently provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching. You motivate associates and drive engagement by celebrating outstanding performance - #winning! You're a visual & operational innovator: You're a natural at executing and innovating daily visual and operational procedures including shipment processing, merchandising moves and visual standards. Most importantly, you ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and rocking AEO Brand Standards. Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained, you're committed to Asset Protection standards, you always adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always. 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. 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.

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Associate Selling Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the business strategy and leading the daily operations of the store. Your passion lies in training and coaching your team into high-performing sellers who consistently provide an unforgettable guest experience. Through your leadership, your team always nails their sales goals, rocks merchandising brand standards and delivers operational excellence! 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: As a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you're an expert at driving sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience. You contribute to the overall financial success of the store by analyzing reporting and daily trends to make strategic business decisions. You're the Store Team Leader's right hand in developing short and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs. You're a people leader: You're all about motivating and inspiring your team through AEO's core values. You're a role-model leader and you always hold your team accountable to rocking AEO's customer service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room. You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You make it a top priority to recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing your team to ensure they continue to provide outstanding service to the best of their abilities. You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You know that building a great team requires you to consistently provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching. You make team touch bases, development plans, and performance reviews a priority and you drive associate engagement by celebrating your team's outstanding performance - #winning! You're an operational innovator : You're a natural at executing and innovating daily operational procedures, you support the team in maintaining visual standards throughout every zone in the store, and most importantly, you ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and rocking AEO Brand Standards. Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained, you're committed to Asset Protection standards, you always adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always. 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.

YOUR ROLE As the Merchandise Leader, you are the Merchandising Team Leader's right hand in ensuring your store is always rocking AEO Brand Visual Standards. Your expertise lies in executing effective Floorsets, marketing and merchandising updates; plus, you ensure the store is always "guest ready" through effective replenishment. You have a keen attention to detail, you are passionate about visual standards, and you love working with your team to #getthejobdone. Most importantly, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES You have a passion for merchandising: You support driving an outstanding guest experience in partnership with the Merchandising Team Leader by ensuring your store is always representative of AEO Brand Standards. Floorsets are your "thing"! You drive killer Floorset execution by training and coaching the Floorset team, setting clear productivity goals, and ensuring all areas of the store are effectively executed to Floorset standards - from uppers and bustforms to tables and wardrobers. You're a merchandising innovator: You ensure your store stays in tip-top shape by #owning day to day merchandising, sell-through adjustments and replenishment. You have a keen eye for merchandising opportunities and are always ready to game plan with leadership and take action! You've got a "teamwork" mentality: You support the Merchandising Team Leader in ensuring the team understands how to maintain AEO Brand Standards through merchandising, adjustments and replenishment so your store is always looking #fresh! You're a people person: You ensure the merchandising team's #1 priority is always the guest experience. You make it a priority to champion a culture of recognition and you love to celebrate wins with the team! Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained on the Salesfloor and in the Stockroom. You're committed to shrink-reducing strategies and you always adhere to AEO policies and procedures. YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF: You love AE and Aerie products! You love organization and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are your strong suits. You have flexible availability - you're there to get product moving early in the morning, late in the evening and on the weekends. You have strong retail merchandising and visual skills and you have a history of retail work - #practicemakesperfect. 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.

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by rocking out strong LOD (Leader on Duty) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You hold down the daily operations of the store as needed. You train, motivate and celebrate associates and you have a passion for driving killer sales results. 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: As a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you're an expert at driving sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class, in-store guest experience. You support Store Leadership in doing what it takes to maximize business opportunities to drive KPI results. You're a people leader: You're all about motivating and inspiring the team through AEO's core values. You're a role-model leader and you always hold associates accountable to rocking AEO's service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room. You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You make it a top priority to recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing associates to ensure they continue to provide outstanding service and represent a Guest First culture. You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You challenge Sales and Stock Associates with clear, attainable goals and consistently provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching. You motivate associates and drive engagement by celebrating outstanding performance - #winning! You're a visual & operational innovator: You're a natural at executing and innovating daily visual and operational procedures including shipment processing, merchandising moves and visual standards. Most importantly, you ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and rocking AEO Brand Standards. Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained, you're committed to Asset Protection standards, you always adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always. 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. 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.

Cosmo Prof Job Title: Assistant Manager Essential Function Store Managers are responsible for hiring, developing and leading all store associates while ensuring optimal customer experiences, effectively overseeing all store operations, and maintaining brand standards. Develop the strategies and plans to achieve key performance indicators and financial targets through business analysis, action planning, effective communication and consistent accountability. Assistant Managers, as part of their development, support the Store Manager in all areas outlined below and are responsible for all Primary Duties when the Store Manager is not present. Primary Duties * 30% Brand: Provides supervision and supports the direction planning of associates daily goals and activities to deliver an exceptional client experience which maximizes sales/KPIs and drives customer loyalty in assigned stores. Emphasis placed on both the in-store selling model and Omni-channel. Ensures all brand standards are met such as merchandising, POGs, marketing, back rooms, dress code, etc. Acts as main point of contact to resolve customer issues and concerns. Analyzes store trends and can anticipate customer demands. * 30% People: Engages, trains and develops their teams to achieve positive results. Leverages internal hiring platforms and actively recruits to build strong network of external candidates to fill positions when required. Can identify strengths as well as opportunities for each associate and can effectively address by coaching or counseling. Holds team accountable to Company policies and expectations. Maintains positive associate relations by resolving associate concerns and keeping associates informed of relevant Company information. Builds strong working relationships with Store Manager peers. Maintains consistent and timely communication with AM/DM. Fosters an environment of diversity, inclusion and belonging. * 30% Operations: Ensures execution of all company processes through training, management, analysis and continuous improvement. Ensures all processes to support digital strategies are utilized such as Omni-channel fulfillment (SFS/SDD/BOPIS). * Store Managers effectively manages inventory through ordering and shipment processing. Manages payroll hours to the needs of the business and schedules appropriately. Ensures all store opening and closing procedures are performed correctly. Timely and accurate follow through with Company directives, assignments projects. * 10% Safety/Loss Prevention: Ensures the store environment is safe at all times for associates and customers; all policies and procedures are followed and enforced. Responsible for protecting company assets by ensuring all inventory and cash control procedures are being followed in store as they relate to shrink, damages, banking, etc. Analyzes and utilizes all available reporting, tools and technology. Ensures stores are compliant with all HAZMAT training and execution. Knowledge, Skills/Abilities and Requirements * High School Diploma or equivalent * Must 18 years of age or older * Minimum 3+ years retail sales/customer service experience preferred * At least 1+ year(s) prior management experience preferred * Ability to lead or support a team of associates to meet business objectives * Can effectively communicate with team and management * Must have scheduling availability to meet the needs of the business * Cosmetology license desirable, but not required Competencies * Passionate Learner * Desire to grow and learn * Flexible Agile Adapter * Adjusts to multiple demands and effectively responds to new circumstances and ambiguous situations * Talent Builder * Builds competent, diverse teams by hiring, developing, motivating and coaching talent and prepares for future success * Effective Communicator * Expresses information in a candid, straight forward way, creating an engaging and inviting, open environment * Team Builder * Develops strong partnerships and engages with all associates, at all levels, and across different functions/segments within the Company. Understands the importance of inclusion. * Customer Focused Partner * Understands and works to meet the needs of external and internal customers * Results Driver * Effective at driving and delivering plans, holds self and team accountable to a high standard to deliver objectives. Lead and motivates team and demonstrates GRIT with a determination to succeed. * Strategic Thinker * Demonstrates vision and broad perspective to drive business performance * Big Picture Thinker * Executes and adapts plans, follows through on commitments and keeps up with the pace of the business. Not afraid to innovate. * Problem Solver Decision Maker * Analyzes information and objectively evaluates alternatives to make sound decisions Nature and Extent of Direct or Indirect Controls Exercised by the Supervisor * Task Level High * Departmental/Division Level High * Project Level High * Consultative Level High The amount of discretion or freedom this position has * Strict Adherence to Guidelines * Interprets and Adapts Guidelines * Develops and Implements Guidelines Working Conditions / Physical Requirements * The position requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items such as shipment or record boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities such as above-average agility and dexterity. May be required to work in other stores from time to time. * The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, retail store and residences or commercial vehicles, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals, etc. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.

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're an expert at driving sales by maximizing overall store productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience. You're entrepreneurial-minded and you create, manage and own your store's business plan to meet KPI goals. You're a business innovator: Because you own the controllable elements of your store's P&L, you are skilled at analyzing reporting and daily sales trends to make real-time, innovative business decisions in order to achieve store financial goals. You're a people leader: You're passionate about recruiting, hiring and retaining a high-performing team. You're an advocate for your team's development, you encourage your team to pursue internal opportunities, and you always have a succession plan in place to ensure a clear career path for all associates. You take pride in developing store leadership through leadership development training, performance feedback, individual development plans and annual performance 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 and rewarding outstanding performance daily. Your store rocks AEO Brand Standards: You ensure your store consistently maintains AEO Brand Visual Standards by owning all visual and merchandising processes. You are the "go-to" when it comes to Floorsets, merchandise adjustments and replenishment and your team always has a clear understanding of their role in keeping the store guest-ready. Workforce Management - it's your "thing" : You know that maximizing your business requires a well thought-out schedule! By evaluating traffic, calendars and payroll reports, you're able to make scheduling adjustments to meet business needs. As a result, payroll is always in check and you're always leveraging your top talent to deliver an impeccable guest experience. Integrity is your middle name: You demonstrate integrity when making compensation decisions, you ensure audit and shrink results meet Asset Protection Standards, you follow AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always. YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF: You love AE and Aerie products! You've led functional 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. You have a track record of effective communication and conflict management. Business acumen? You've got it! You understand how to analyze reporting to drive sales. 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.

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by rocking out strong LOD (Leader on Duty) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You hold down the daily operations of the store as needed. You train, motivate and celebrate associates and you have a passion for driving killer sales results. 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: As a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you're an expert at driving sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class, in-store guest experience. You support Store Leadership in doing what it takes to maximize business opportunities to drive KPI results. You're a people leader: You're all about motivating and inspiring the team through AEO's core values. You're a role-model leader and you always hold associates accountable to rocking AEO's service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room. You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You make it a top priority to recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing associates to ensure they continue to provide outstanding service and represent a Guest First culture. You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You challenge Sales and Stock Associates with clear, attainable goals and consistently provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching. You motivate associates and drive engagement by celebrating outstanding performance - #winning! You're a visual & operational innovator: You're a natural at executing and innovating daily visual and operational procedures including shipment processing, merchandising moves and visual standards. Most importantly, you ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and rocking AEO Brand Standards. Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained, you're committed to Asset Protection standards, you always adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always. 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. 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.

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Sales Leader, you support the Store Leadership Team by rocking out strong LOD (Leader on Duty) shifts and ensuring a stellar guest experience. You hold down the daily operations of the store as needed. You train, motivate and celebrate associates and you have a passion for driving killer sales results. 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: As a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you're an expert at driving sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class, in-store guest experience. You support Store Leadership in doing what it takes to maximize business opportunities to drive KPI results. You're a people leader: You're all about motivating and inspiring the team through AEO's core values. You're a role-model leader and you always hold associates accountable to rocking AEO's service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room. You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You make it a top priority to recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing associates to ensure they continue to provide outstanding service and represent a Guest First culture. You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You challenge Sales and Stock Associates with clear, attainable goals and consistently provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching. You motivate associates and drive engagement by celebrating outstanding performance - #winning! You're a visual & operational innovator: You're a natural at executing and innovating daily visual and operational procedures including shipment processing, merchandising moves and visual standards. Most importantly, you ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and rocking AEO Brand Standards. Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained, you're committed to Asset Protection standards, you always adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always. 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. 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.

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Associate Selling Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the business strategy and leading the daily operations of the store. Your passion lies in training and coaching your team into high-performing sellers who consistently provide an unforgettable guest experience. Through your leadership, your team always nails their sales goals, rocks merchandising brand standards and delivers operational excellence! 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: As a key LOD (Leader on Duty), you're an expert at driving sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience. You contribute to the overall financial success of the store by analyzing reporting and daily trends to make strategic business decisions. You're the Store Team Leader's right hand in developing short and long-term business plans to drive key KPIs. You're a people leader: You're all about motivating and inspiring your team through AEO's core values. You're a role-model leader and you always hold your team accountable to rocking AEO's customer service standards, especially on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room. You've got an eye for talent and a love of training: You make it a top priority to recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. You take pride in training and developing your team to ensure they continue to provide outstanding service to the best of their abilities. You know that teamwork makes the dream work: You know that building a great team requires you to consistently provide ongoing performance feedback through real-time coaching. You make team touch bases, development plans, and performance reviews a priority and you drive associate engagement by celebrating your team's outstanding performance - #winning! You're an operational innovator : You're a natural at executing and innovating daily operational procedures, you support the team in maintaining visual standards throughout every zone in the store, and most importantly, you ensure the Fitting Rooms are always guest-ready and rocking AEO Brand Standards. Integrity is your middle name: You ensure store safety standards are maintained, you're committed to Asset Protection standards, you always adhere to AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always. 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.

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're an expert at driving sales by maximizing overall store productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience. You're entrepreneurial-minded and you create, manage and own your store's business plan to meet KPI goals. You're a business innovator: Because you own the controllable elements of your store's P&L, you are skilled at analyzing reporting and daily sales trends to make real-time, innovative business decisions in order to achieve store financial goals. You're a people leader: You're passionate about recruiting, hiring and retaining a high-performing team. You're an advocate for your team's development, you encourage your team to pursue internal opportunities, and you always have a succession plan in place to ensure a clear career path for all associates. You take pride in developing store leadership through leadership development training, performance feedback, individual development plans and annual performance 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 and rewarding outstanding performance daily. Your store rocks AEO Brand Standards: You ensure your store consistently maintains AEO Brand Visual Standards by owning all visual and merchandising processes. You are the "go-to" when it comes to Floorsets, merchandise adjustments and replenishment and your team always has a clear understanding of their role in keeping the store guest-ready. Workforce Management - it's your "thing" : You know that maximizing your business requires a well thought-out schedule! By evaluating traffic, calendars and payroll reports, you're able to make scheduling adjustments to meet business needs. As a result, payroll is always in check and you're always leveraging your top talent to deliver an impeccable guest experience. Integrity is your middle name: You demonstrate integrity when making compensation decisions, you ensure audit and shrink results meet Asset Protection Standards, you follow AEO's policies and procedures, and you do the right thing - always. YOU'D BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF: You love AE and Aerie products! You've led functional 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. You have a track record of effective communication and conflict management. Business acumen? You've got it! You understand how to analyze reporting to drive sales. 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.

Cosmo Prof Job Title: Assistant Manager Essential Function Store Managers are responsible for hiring, developing and leading all store associates while ensuring optimal customer experiences, effectively overseeing all store operations, and maintaining brand standards. Develop the strategies and plans to achieve key performance indicators and financial targets through business analysis, action planning, effective communication and consistent accountability. Assistant Managers, as part of their development, support the Store Manager in all areas outlined below and are responsible for all Primary Duties when the Store Manager is not present. Primary Duties * 30% Brand: Provides supervision and supports the direction planning of associates daily goals and activities to deliver an exceptional client experience which maximizes sales/KPIs and drives customer loyalty in assigned stores. Emphasis placed on both the in-store selling model and Omni-channel. Ensures all brand standards are met such as merchandising, POGs, marketing, back rooms, dress code, etc. Acts as main point of contact to resolve customer issues and concerns. Analyzes store trends and can anticipate customer demands. * 30% People: Engages, trains and develops their teams to achieve positive results. Leverages internal hiring platforms and actively recruits to build strong network of external candidates to fill positions when required. Can identify strengths as well as opportunities for each associate and can effectively address by coaching or counseling. Holds team accountable to Company policies and expectations. Maintains positive associate relations by resolving associate concerns and keeping associates informed of relevant Company information. Builds strong working relationships with Store Manager peers. Maintains consistent and timely communication with AM/DM. Fosters an environment of diversity, inclusion and belonging. * 30% Operations: Ensures execution of all company processes through training, management, analysis and continuous improvement. Ensures all processes to support digital strategies are utilized such as Omni-channel fulfillment (SFS/SDD/BOPIS). * Store Managers effectively manages inventory through ordering and shipment processing. Manages payroll hours to the needs of the business and schedules appropriately. Ensures all store opening and closing procedures are performed correctly. Timely and accurate follow through with Company directives, assignments projects. * 10% Safety/Loss Prevention: Ensures the store environment is safe at all times for associates and customers; all policies and procedures are followed and enforced. Responsible for protecting company assets by ensuring all inventory and cash control procedures are being followed in store as they relate to shrink, damages, banking, etc. Analyzes and utilizes all available reporting, tools and technology. Ensures stores are compliant with all HAZMAT training and execution. Knowledge, Skills/Abilities and Requirements * High School Diploma or equivalent * Must 18 years of age or older * Minimum 3+ years retail sales/customer service experience preferred * At least 1+ year(s) prior management experience preferred * Ability to lead or support a team of associates to meet business objectives * Can effectively communicate with team and management * Must have scheduling availability to meet the needs of the business * Cosmetology license desirable, but not required Competencies * Passionate Learner * Desire to grow and learn * Flexible Agile Adapter * Adjusts to multiple demands and effectively responds to new circumstances and ambiguous situations * Talent Builder * Builds competent, diverse teams by hiring, developing, motivating and coaching talent and prepares for future success * Effective Communicator * Expresses information in a candid, straight forward way, creating an engaging and inviting, open environment * Team Builder * Develops strong partnerships and engages with all associates, at all levels, and across different functions/segments within the Company. Understands the importance of inclusion. * Customer Focused Partner * Understands and works to meet the needs of external and internal customers * Results Driver * Effective at driving and delivering plans, holds self and team accountable to a high standard to deliver objectives. Lead and motivates team and demonstrates GRIT with a determination to succeed. * Strategic Thinker * Demonstrates vision and broad perspective to drive business performance * Big Picture Thinker * Executes and adapts plans, follows through on commitments and keeps up with the pace of the business. Not afraid to innovate. * Problem Solver Decision Maker * Analyzes information and objectively evaluates alternatives to make sound decisions Nature and Extent of Direct or Indirect Controls Exercised by the Supervisor * Task Level High * Departmental/Division Level High * Project Level High * Consultative Level High The amount of discretion or freedom this position has * Strict Adherence to Guidelines * Interprets and Adapts Guidelines * Develops and Implements Guidelines Working Conditions / Physical Requirements * The position requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items such as shipment or record boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities such as above-average agility and dexterity. May be required to work in other stores from time to time. * The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, retail store and residences or commercial vehicles, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals, etc. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.

As an Assistant Store Manager, you will support the Store Manager to build a team that delivers results through providing an amazing customer experience. You also share the responsibility to execute all store operations and maintain a visually appealing store. You create a positive environment that develops and engages your managers, associates, and customers every day. You love being part of a winning team and you bring your energy to work every day. The Assistant Store Manager reports to the Store Manager. Who You Are: Inspirational leader who guides their team and partners with the store manager to achieve great results. Engaging personality who attracts great talent. Demonstrates a competitive spirit and desire to win. Team player with an entrepreneurial spirit. Operates with a sense of urgency and effectively manage competing priorities. Able to adapt to change and takes on more responsibilities. Self-motivated; seeks personal growth and development. Responsibilities As the Assistant Store Manager you will: Partner with the Store Manager to create action plans to achieve results and grow the business. Understand and demonstrate product knowledge, selling and operational skills to maximize sales. Engage with customers to build relationships and brand loyalty by using company tools. Partner with the Store Manager to develop team members who are committed to creating a great experience for our customers. Oversee assigned division of responsibility and be accountable for results. Support the Store Manager to ensure store standards for merchandising and operations are met consistently. Learn about all aspects of the business and share ideas to drive the business. Remain composed in the face of challenges and unforeseen circumstances. Perform POS transactions on designated shifts and execute management functions in the absence of Store Manager. Model our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity. Qualifications You will also have: 2+ years as a Co/Assistant Manager in similar volume, apparel business (preferred). Proven track record of exceeding sales and statistical expectations. Flexible availability to meet the needs of the business (including evenings and weekends). May require occasional travel to other store locations (if needed).

As an Assistant Store Manager, you will support the Store Manager to build a team that delivers results through providing an amazing customer experience. You also share the responsibility to execute all store operations and maintain a visually appealing store. You create a positive environment that develops and engages your managers, associates, and customers every day. You love being part of a winning team and you bring your energy to work every day. The Assistant Store Manager reports to the Store Manager. Who You Are: Inspirational leader who guides their team and partners with the store manager to achieve great results. Engaging personality who attracts great talent. Demonstrates a competitive spirit and desire to win. Team player with an entrepreneurial spirit. Operates with a sense of urgency and effectively manage competing priorities. Able to adapt to change and takes on more responsibilities. Self-motivated; seeks personal growth and development. Responsibilities As the Assistant Store Manager you will: Partner with the Store Manager to create action plans to achieve results and grow the business. Understand and demonstrate product knowledge, selling and operational skills to maximize sales. Engage with customers to build relationships and brand loyalty by using company tools. Partner with the Store Manager to develop team members who are committed to creating a great experience for our customers. Oversee assigned division of responsibility and be accountable for results. Support the Store Manager to ensure store standards for merchandising and operations are met consistently. Learn about all aspects of the business and share ideas to drive the business. Remain composed in the face of challenges and unforeseen circumstances. Perform POS transactions on designated shifts and execute management functions in the absence of Store Manager. Model our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity. Qualifications You will also have: 2+ years as a Co/Assistant Manager in similar volume, apparel business (preferred). Proven track record of exceeding sales and statistical expectations. Flexible availability to meet the needs of the business (including evenings and weekends). May require occasional travel to other store locations (if needed).