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Account Manager roles at American Eagle Outfitters sit at the intersection of retail brand strategy and wholesale or partner relationships, requiring candidates who can manage accounts across a fast-moving consumer environment. American Eagle has a consistent track record of sponsoring international talent for this function across multiple visa categories.
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Get Access To All JobsPOSITION TITLE: Visual Training Managers
REPORTS TO: Sr. Visual Training Manager/Regional Visual Leader
STATUS: Full Time Exempt
SUPERVISES: N/A
Position Summary:
The Visual Training Manager plays a pivotal role in driving brand consistency, customer engagement, and business success by leading AEO’s visual merchandising strategies in a designated market. Reporting to the Regional Visual Leader, you will lead visual merchandising execution across multiple locations, ensuring alignment with brand standards and business objectives. The Visual Training Manager possesses strong leadership skills, creative vision, and a strategic mindset to inspire and develop field leadership teams while responding to the dynamic needs of a competitive retail environment. As a Visual Training Manager you will embody our values by creating a positive and productive workplace culture acting as a role model for all associates.
Responsibilities:
- Leads effective translation and execution of AEO’s merchandise vision, in partnership with Field Leadership. This includes ensuring teams understand seasonal trends and customer demand.
- Supports Field Leadership in managing the product lifecycle by advising and assisting with mapping, execution, and product management throughout the entire floorset process.
- Collaborates with the District Team Leader to review floorset maps, identify localized business opportunities, and support strategic decision-making.
- Provides targeted visual merchandising and coaching to Field Leaders; may assist with development plans.
- Empowers Field Leaders to make independent, quality merchandising decisions that elevate the in-store presentation and experience; analyzes KPIs to assess effectiveness.
- Demonstrates expert level knowledge of product assortment and key items; stays abreast of current industry trends and relevant competitor visual strategies.
- Conducts regular market visits to evaluate floorset execution and sustainment; captures and shares photos and recaps findings with cross-functional partners.
- Participates in Field Visual DOR to enhance effectiveness of visual merchandising tools and resources; optimize processes for Field Leaders to ensure seamless implementation of directives and strategies.
- Actively participates on weekly Field Visual and Regional calls providing valuable insights and suggestions for improvement.
- Develops and sustains key partnerships with Field Leaders, cross-functional partners and Store Experience team.
- Partners with Store Team Leader and District Team Leader to interview Merchandise Team Leader candidates; takes an active role in shaping and implementing onboarding plans.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams throughout the New Store Opening process. Leads NSO initiatives in the market including associated training efforts for a successful opening.
- Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Merchandising, Marketing, or related field preferred.
- 3-5 years’ experience in retail management or merchandising.
- Demonstrated ability to coach, provide feedback, and manage performance in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex and competing priorities.
- Ability to thrive in diverse environments and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Must possess a strong understanding of the retail landscape.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work with and influence field leaders and senior management.
- Ability to think strategically, aligning decisions with organizational goals and objectives.
- Self-motivated with strong prioritization, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, planning and project management skills.
- Proficient computer skills - Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and other technology preferred.
- Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team.
- Travel is required.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Climbing ladders to re-stock and obtain merchandise.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to continually walk, frequently push/pull, occasionally bend/stoop/crawl/reach above shoulders/kneel.
POSITION TITLE: Visual Training Managers
REPORTS TO: Sr. Visual Training Manager/Regional Visual Leader
STATUS: Full Time Exempt
SUPERVISES: N/A
Position Summary:
The Visual Training Manager plays a pivotal role in driving brand consistency, customer engagement, and business success by leading AEO’s visual merchandising strategies in a designated market. Reporting to the Regional Visual Leader, you will lead visual merchandising execution across multiple locations, ensuring alignment with brand standards and business objectives. The Visual Training Manager possesses strong leadership skills, creative vision, and a strategic mindset to inspire and develop field leadership teams while responding to the dynamic needs of a competitive retail environment. As a Visual Training Manager you will embody our values by creating a positive and productive workplace culture acting as a role model for all associates.
Responsibilities:
- Leads effective translation and execution of AEO’s merchandise vision, in partnership with Field Leadership. This includes ensuring teams understand seasonal trends and customer demand.
- Supports Field Leadership in managing the product lifecycle by advising and assisting with mapping, execution, and product management throughout the entire floorset process.
- Collaborates with the District Team Leader to review floorset maps, identify localized business opportunities, and support strategic decision-making.
- Provides targeted visual merchandising and coaching to Field Leaders; may assist with development plans.
- Empowers Field Leaders to make independent, quality merchandising decisions that elevate the in-store presentation and experience; analyzes KPIs to assess effectiveness.
- Demonstrates expert level knowledge of product assortment and key items; stays abreast of current industry trends and relevant competitor visual strategies.
- Conducts regular market visits to evaluate floorset execution and sustainment; captures and shares photos and recaps findings with cross-functional partners.
- Participates in Field Visual DOR to enhance effectiveness of visual merchandising tools and resources; optimize processes for Field Leaders to ensure seamless implementation of directives and strategies.
- Actively participates on weekly Field Visual and Regional calls providing valuable insights and suggestions for improvement.
- Develops and sustains key partnerships with Field Leaders, cross-functional partners and Store Experience team.
- Partners with Store Team Leader and District Team Leader to interview Merchandise Team Leader candidates; takes an active role in shaping and implementing onboarding plans.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams throughout the New Store Opening process. Leads NSO initiatives in the market including associated training efforts for a successful opening.
- Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Merchandising, Marketing, or related field preferred.
- 3-5 years’ experience in retail management or merchandising.
- Demonstrated ability to coach, provide feedback, and manage performance in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex and competing priorities.
- Ability to thrive in diverse environments and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Must possess a strong understanding of the retail landscape.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work with and influence field leaders and senior management.
- Ability to think strategically, aligning decisions with organizational goals and objectives.
- Self-motivated with strong prioritization, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, planning and project management skills.
- Proficient computer skills - Google Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and other technology preferred.
- Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team.
- Travel is required.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Climbing ladders to re-stock and obtain merchandise.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to continually walk, frequently push/pull, occasionally bend/stoop/crawl/reach above shoulders/kneel.
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Frame your retail account experience clearly
Account Manager roles at American Eagle require demonstrated experience managing wholesale, vendor, or brand partnerships in a retail context. Tailor your resume to highlight measurable outcomes like sell-through rates, account growth, and cross-functional collaboration with merchandising or buying teams.
Target roles tied to wholesale or brand divisions
American Eagle's Account Manager openings often sit within its wholesale or AEO brand portfolio teams. Focusing your search on these divisions increases the likelihood of landing a role with a defined sponsorship precedent rather than a generalist or store operations position.
Confirm your visa category with the recruiter early
American Eagle sponsors multiple visa types for this function, including H-1B and TN. In your first recruiter conversation, clarify which category applies to your situation and ask whether the role is flagged for sponsorship, so you're not surprised late in the process.
Understand H-1B cap timing before accepting offers
If you need an H-1B, the annual cap registration window opens in March for an October 1 start. If you receive an offer outside that window, ask American Eagle's immigration team whether cap-exempt options or OPT bridge arrangements can cover the gap period.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Account Manager roles
Sorting through open positions manually is slow. Use Migrate Mate to filter American Eagle Outfitters Account Manager roles by visa sponsorship type, so you're only applying to positions where your specific visa category is already supported.
Prepare your LCA documentation references in advance
For H-1B sponsorship, DOL requires your employer to file a Labor Condition Application certifying prevailing wage compliance before USCIS filing begins. Ask American Eagle's HR team which third-party immigration counsel they use so you can coordinate documentation requests without delays.
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Does American Eagle Outfitters sponsor H-1B visas for Account Managers?
Yes, American Eagle Outfitters has an established history of sponsoring H-1B visas for Account Manager roles. Sponsorship is more consistent for positions tied to wholesale, brand partnerships, or strategic account management functions. You'll want to confirm sponsorship eligibility directly with the recruiter, since not every open Account Manager posting carries the same sponsorship support.
How do I apply for Account Manager jobs at American Eagle Outfitters?
Applications go through American Eagle's careers portal on their official website, where you can filter by role and location. For visa-sponsored positions specifically, Migrate Mate lets you browse Account Manager openings at American Eagle filtered by visa type, which saves time identifying roles where sponsorship is already confirmed before you apply.
Which visa types does American Eagle Outfitters use for Account Manager roles?
American Eagle sponsors several visa categories for Account Manager positions, including H-1B for specialty occupation workers, TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying roles, and F-1 OPT and CPT for current students or recent graduates. Candidates further along in their immigration journey may also find Green Card pathways supported through EB-2 or EB-3 classifications depending on the position.
What qualifications does American Eagle Outfitters expect for Account Manager roles?
Most Account Manager openings at American Eagle require a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, merchandising, or a related field, along with hands-on experience in retail account management, wholesale relationships, or brand partnerships. Familiarity with retail planning cycles, sell-through analysis, and cross-functional work with buying or planning teams is commonly referenced in their job descriptions.
How do I plan my timeline for H-1B sponsorship at American Eagle Outfitters?
The H-1B cap registration window typically opens in early March, with USCIS selecting registrations by late March and October 1 as the earliest possible start date. If you're on OPT, confirm your OPT end date and whether you qualify for the 24-month STEM extension, which can bridge you through an H-1B filing cycle if the initial timeline is tight. Align your offer negotiation timeline with these USCIS deadlines.
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