Aerie - Brand Ambassador (Sales Associate)

Overview Join to apply for the Aerie - Brand Ambassador (Sales Associate) role at American Eagle Outfitters Inc. As a part-time Brand Ambassador, you bring our brand to life every day. Your goal is to provide everyone who comes in the store with an amazing shopping experience, making their day better than before they came in. You are the face of our company and you're proud of it. You love the products and are passionate about building brand loyalty with every guest. Most of all, you represent our company values and bring your REAL self to work every day. Responsibilities You're a people person You use the AEO Selling Model to engage with every guest to help them find exactly what they're looking for, and you do so with a "friends first" mindset. (What's the AEO Selling Model? We'll teach you everything you need to know) You're passionate about AE & Aerie product. Guests come to you to educate them on product details and you are excited to make product suggestions to fit their needs. You share the brand love. You're eager to introduce the AEO loyalty program and additional brand channels to guests. You can hang. Your skillset works in any zone and you can flex between the Salesfloor, Cash & Wrap, Fitting Room and Stockroom as needed. You're an innovative problem solver. Making your guests' day is your priority and you're able to proactively resolve guest concerns while sticking to company policy. You're a team player. You're always willing to assist your team in getting the job done. You've got integrity. You do the right thing and you always adhere to AEO's policies & procedures. Qualifications You love interacting with people You're full of energy and can handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. You're available to work when guests shop (evenings, weekends & holidays). You love AE and Aerie products. You've worked in retail before. Practice makes perfect. You're at least 16 years of age. Benefits & Perks They work with REAL people there's nothing like the #AEOFamily. Opportunities for development, learning new skills, and potential for career advancement. Employees receive 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts). Store contests for the chance to win free merchandise and other exclusive prizes. About Us Built on a platform of power, positivity and no photo retouching inspiring people to love their real selves. Aerie is a fast-growing lifestyle brand offering intimates, apparel, activewear, and swim collections. With the #AerieREAL movement, we celebrate our community by advocating for body positivity and the empowerment of all women. As part of our Real Good promise, we create swimsuits, bras, and underwear with materials made from recycled polyester, recycled nylon fabric or sustainably sourced cotton. AEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity (EEO) laws. AEO prohibits discrimination against associates and applicants for employment because of the individual's race or color, religion or 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 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; applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Pay & Scheduling Actual starting pay is determined by factors including relevant experience and location. Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave and other rewards at AEO discretion. Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level, location, classification, and years of service. #J-18808-Ljbffr