.POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Manager supports the Store Manager in the daily operations of the store. The Assistant Manager is responsible for supporting the Store Manager in achieving sales goals, meeting merchandising brand standards and delivering operational excellence through effectively leading a high performing team. The Assistant Manager is expected to role model AEO values and AEO Customer First behaviors in all actions and interactions in order to create a positive Customer First experience.POSITION TITLE: Assistant ManagerREPORTS TO: Store ManagerSTATUS: Full TimeSUPERVISES: Store AssociatesRESPONSIBILITIES:LeadershipMotivate and inspire the team by communicating a compelling vision and purpose which encompasses American Eagle Outfitter's Core values.Act as the leader on duty and consistently model the brand customer service standards and Customer First selling behaviors.Communicate clear expectations and hold the store team and self accountable for achieving all brand, performance and behavior standards.Build effective relationships with associates, peers and supervisor to develop a high performing team and customer-centric culture.Participate in productive weekly leadership meetings.Proactively seek personal learning and development opportunities to build leadership skill set and enhance individual performance.Drive for ResultsSupport the Store Manager in the execution of the short and long term store business plans to drive KPI results and maximize business opportunities to include CRM, Loyalty and technology.Manage payroll and schedule adjustments effectively to maximize productivity and achieve daily/hourly targets.Analyze reporting and daily sales trends to make real-time strategic business decisions to drive results.Effective use of technology to enhance customer engagement and drive KPI results (BOSS, Store to Door, Social Media).Contribute to the achievement of all store financial, revenue and expense targets.Build customer loyalty through in-store experience, utilization of social media and email capture.Talent ManagementRecruit, hire, develop and retain sales associates to ensure the store is sufficiently staffed to meet the needs of the business.Train, develop and coach the associate team; provide appropriate level of performance feedback to increase confidence and capability.Support the annual review process for sales associates.Drive employee engagement by recognizing and rewarding employees for outstanding performance.Execute all Division of Responsibility as assigned by the Store Manager.Ensure that the associate team adheres to all employment practices and policies.Proactively identify customer and performance issues and communicate them to store management in a timely manner; collaborate to develop and implement a plan for resolution