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Aerie – Merchandise Leader

American Eagle Outfitters · Pleasant Prairie, Kenosha County

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Interview prep

Be ready to discuss how you keep a floor zone neat under traffic, coach peers without full management authority, prioritize recovery vs. customer help, and represent Aerie’s brand standards in a part-time schedule.

Fit summary

Strong fit if you like hands-on merchandising, Aerie’s brand, and part-time retail leadership in a suburban Wisconsin store—less ideal if you want remote work or a pure corporate/buying path.

Day in the role

As a part-time Aerie Merchandise Leader at American Eagle Outfitters, expect floor-facing merch work: setting and recovering product, sizing and folding, supporting visual standards, and keeping the Aerie area shoppable during shifts. You will likely partner with store leads on priorities, help teammates stay on task, and assist customers while protecting presentation and stock accuracy.

Skills to emphasize

Strengthen product presentation, sizing/recovery speed, basic inventory hygiene, and shift communication. No certification family or paid cert resources were provided for this listing.

FAQ from this listing

Is this role remote?

No. The listing is for Pleasant Prairie, Kenosha County (on-site retail).

What company owns Aerie?

Aerie is part of American Eagle Outfitters (ticker AEO), founded in 1977.

What will I mainly do?

Lead day-to-day merchandise presentation and recovery for Aerie as a part-time store-level Merchandise Leader.

Company facts (cached)

Website: ae.com

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. is an American clothing and accessories retailer headquartered at SouthSide Works in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1977 by brothers Jerry and Mark Silverman as a subsidiary of Retail Ventures, Inc., a company that also owned and operated Silverman's Menswear. The Silvermans sold half their ownership interests in 1980 to the Schottenstein family and the remainder in 1991. American Eagle Outfitters is the parent company of Aerie, Unsubscribed, and Todd Snyder.

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Aerie, part of American Eagle Outfitters, is hiring a Merchandise Leader (Part-Time) at our Pleasant Prairie location in Kenosha County. If you have a strong eye for visual presentation and enjoy keeping retail spaces inviting and organized, this role offers an opportunity to develop merchandising and team support skills in a dynamic fashion retail environment. About the Role The Merchandise Leader serves as the key support partner to the Merchandising Team Leader, ensuring the store maintains strong visual standards that reflect the Aerie brand. You'll oversee the execution of floor sets, manage product placement and display updates aligned with current marketing initiatives, and keep the store environment welcoming and fully stocked for customers. This is a part-time position where your organizational skills and attention to detail directly shape how guests experience our store. What You'll Do Execute seasonal and promotional floor sets and merchandise displays to reflect Aerie visual standards Manage product replenishment, ensuring inventory is accessible, well-organized, and ready for customers Coordinate merchandising updates aligned with marketing campaigns and brand direction Support the Merchandising Team Leader in maintaining consistent brand presentation across all store departments Collaborate with the store team to balance visual appeal with operational efficiency Monitor product placement and adjust displays to optimize presentation and customer flow What We're Looking For Meticulous attention to detail and visual presentation Strong organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment Enthusiasm for fashion, retail, and the Aerie brand aesthetic Ability to take direction and work effectively alongside a merchandising leader Physical capability to move, lift, and arrange merchandise safely Availability for a part-time schedule that aligns with store operations Prior retail, visual merchandising, or related experience is a plus About American Eagle Outfitters Aerie is the lifestyle brand of American Eagle Outfitters, dedicated to celebrating authentic self-expression and confidence. Our stores create welcoming spaces where customers explore fashion and connect with our community values. American Eagle Outfitters is a trusted name in retail, with a commitment to fostering inclusive, supportive environments for both customers and team members. How to Apply To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or…

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