Title:

Inventory Planning Full Time Training Program Location:

Pittsburgh, PA Get to Know the

Role:

The Inventory Planning Training Program is a robust 16 week rotational training program that gives you exposure to multiple areas of a corporate Inventory Planning team. Teammates will complete two rotations in two departments within Inventory Planning. During each rotation, you will have classroom training that you will then implement on the job. At the end of the program, you will then have the opportunity to be placed in a department within Inventory Planning in either of our two brands - AE or aerie. The Inventory Planning department ensures that the AEO customer has what they want, when they want it, and where they need it. They determine appropriate levels of merchandise to send to each and every store. You will be responsible for replenishing store inventory levels based upon shipment received, as well as maintaining a well-balanced inventory in direct proportion to sales. Inventory Planners interpret and analyze inventory and sales reports, to make logical and profitable business decisions.

What You'll Do:

Teammates will have the opportunity to rotate between two areas within the Inventory Planning department "On-the-Job" training with assignments guided by an individual Coach & Mentor Classroom learning that includes: retail math, reports, systems training, imports, department overviews, career path, and presentation skills Individual and group projects Roundtables with top executives Monthly self-evaluations to understand progress throughout program Opportunity of being placed into an open role within an IP team upon completion of the program AEO runs two cadences of the Inventory Planning Full Time Training Program each year - February 2027 and July 2027

What You Bring:

Preferred majors include a Business related degree - Finance, Accounting, Logistics, Supply Chain Candidates must obtain their degree in advance of the intended program start date Minimum 3.0 GPA required Passion for retail and knowledge of the AEO Inc. family of brands Strong business acumen through classes, internships or prior work experience Ability to think strategically coupled with strong analytical skills Strong organizational, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, and presentation skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Outlook & Internet applications New hires must be willing to relocate to AEO Office in Pittsburgh, PA.

Perks:

Why You'll Love it

Here Generous Associate Discount:

Treat yourself to the best our brands offer! Summer Fridays (For Pittsburgh, NYC and Remote Corporate Associates): More time for the sun and the weekend between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

Casual Dress Code:

Come as you are (and stay comfy).

Hybrid Schedule:

Enjoy a blend of home-office focus and in-office collaboration.

In-Person Connection:

While we love our digital tools, we love our people even more! To keep our culture thriving, in-person presence is required at one of our Pittsburgh or NYC headquarters, distribution centers or field locations for interviews, orientation and periodic quarterly meetups.

In-Office Events:

Exciting company-wide events you won't want to miss!

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

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may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.