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American Eagle Outfitters Inc., Knoxville, TN, United States


Associate Selling Team Leader – Full Time
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. You train and coach your team into high‑performing sellers who consistently provide an unforgettable guest experience. Through your leadership, the team finishes their sales goals, rocks merchandising brand standards, and delivers operational excellence. You also represent our company values and bring your real self to work every day.

Responsibilities

Drive sales by maximizing Fitting Room and Salesfloor productivity and building guest loyalty through a best‑in‑class guest experience. Analyze reporting and daily trends to make strategic business decisions. Help develop short and long‑term business plans to drive key KPIs.

Motivate and inspire your team through AEO's core values. Hold the team accountable to AEO's customer service standards on the Salesfloor and in the Fitting Room.

Recruit and hire strong talent to ensure the store is always staffed to meet business needs. Train and develop team members to maintain outstanding service.

Provide ongoing performance feedback through real‑time coaching, team touch‑bases and performance reviews, and celebrate outstanding performance.

Execute and innovate daily operational procedures. Maintain visual standards in every zone, keep Fitting Rooms guest‑ready, and uphold AEO Brand Standards.

Maintain store safety and asset protection standards. Adhere to AEO's policies and procedures and do the right thing.

Qualifications

Experience leading retail teams.

Strong multitasking, attention to detail, priority‑setting and time‑management skills.

Ability to lead and develop teams, with a general understanding of employment law.

Business acumen.

Flexible availability to work when guests shop.

Benefits

Starting pay determined by 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, parental leave.

Paid time off, paid sick leave and holiday pay vary by job level, classification, and years of service.

Discretionary bonuses and incentives at AEO's discretion.

EEO Statement
AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws. AEO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, alienage, 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, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. AEO also provides reasonable accommodation of religion and disability in accordance with applicable law.

Job Information
Job ID: 24661
Category: Stores
Posting Date: 2026‑04‑17
Schedule: Full time
Location: Knoxville, TN, United States

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