AE - Merchandise Leader; Part-Time

YOUR ROLE

As the Merchandise Leader, you are the Merchandising Team Leader's right hand in ensuring the 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, are passionate about visual standards, and love working with your team to get the job done.

Most importantly, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day.

• Support driving an outstanding guest experience in partnership with the Merchandising Team Leader by ensuring the store is always representative of AEO Brand Standards.
• Drive killer Floorset execution by training and coaching the Floorset team, setting clear productivity goals, and ensuring all areas are effectively executed to Floorset standards – from uppers and bustforms to tables and wardrobers.
• Own day‑to‑day merchandising, sell‑through adjustments and replenishment, and proactively look for merchandising opportunities to keep the store in tip‑top shape.
• Ensure the merchandising team understands how to maintain AEO Brand Standards through adjustments and replenishment so the store is always looking fresh.
• Championship a culture of recognition and celebrate wins with the team while maintaining guest focus.
• Ensure store safety standards on the sales floor and in the stockroom, commit to shrink‑reducing strategies, and adhere to AEO policies and procedures.

• Love AE and Aerie products.
• Strong at detailed organization, setting priorities, and managing time.
• Flexible availability – early morning, late evening, and weekends.
• Strong retail merchandising and visual skills with a history of retail work.

• They work with REAL people – a supportive family.
• Opportunities for development, learning new skills and career advancement.
• Receives 40% off product year‑round at AE & Aerie, plus seasonal discounts with new Floorsets.
• Participate in store contests to win free merchandise and exclusive prizes.

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 inspire self‑expression and empower customers to celebrate their uniqueness. We 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 based on race, color, religion, 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, but applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. For all other store jobs, applications are accepted until the Apply Before date, but may be extended based on applicant volume.

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including experience and location.
• If eligible, associates may receive paid sick leave and AEO may provide real rewards at its discretion.
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave and holiday pay vary by job level and type, location, employment classification, and years of service.

Job Identification 27598

Job Category:
Stores

Posting Date:

Job Schedule:

Part time

Location:

Joplin, MO, United States