PRIMARY POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Manager – OFFLINE Labs

REPORTS TO: General Manager – Visual Labs

SUPERVISES: Lead Lab Associate- Offline, Lead Lab Associate - Offline Creative               

PURPOSE

Responsible for assisting the Visual Merchandising Team and Lab Management in all operational aspects of the Visual Lab Stores, including the build and maintenance of visual floor sets, inventory control, personnel acquisition and development, visual standards and presenting the Offline brand.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Train, develop and coach all Lab associates on corporate visual, marketing and operational standards. Motivate and maximize the team’s efficiency through inspiring them to reach targeted goals. Assist in developing weekly schedules and manage workflow across all Aerie and Offline lab store needs. Support each seasonal floorset build process: Drive initial execution of each floorset build. Possess strong seasonal assortment knowledge across all segments.  Partner with Visual Merchandising coordinators to assist in placement, coloring, wall builds and formatting.  Support solves to all format deviations. Ensure placement of seasonal marketing inclusive of small and large format. Partner with Visual Merchandising coordinators on all merchandise placement tests as directed by the Visual team. Develop a strong understanding of the Aerie/Offline Lab Store Calendar. Responsible for protecting the stores physical location while maintaining all operational and loss prevention standards. Supervise extraction receipts and transferring of seasonal product. Monitor all samples that circulate throughout the Lab stores. Oversee all written documentation and photography at the end of each floorset. Collaborate with cross functional partners to drive the Coordination process. Partner with Coordinators to support Flagship and Pop Up needs. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong prioritization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills Strong collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team Work and communicate well with a diverse group of individuals at multiple levels Self-motivated with critical attention to detail  Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment Minimum 2-year degree. Bachelors Degree in Business, Marketing or Fashion—related field preferred 2+ years retail store management experience or equivalent preferred Excellent visual organizational, verbal and written communication skills Proficient in PC/MAC/Adobe Creative Suite Software

PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:

Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location. Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits. Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click HERE. AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.