New Store Merchandiser

<p>At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited possibilities, priced so low, you can always say yes to the newest, coolest stuff! Just ask any of our over 27,000 associates who work at Five Below and they’ll tell you there’s no other place like it. It all starts with our purpose and then, The Five Below Way, which is our values and behaviors that each and every associate believes in.</p><p></p><p>It’s all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace!</p><p></p><p></p><div><div><p><b><span>JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:</span></b><span> </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Manages all aspects of the project from readiness to project completion</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Identify and communicate <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">potential challenges</span> that may delay project timelines</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Effectively and professionally communicate with WOW crew, District managers and WOWtown </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Collaborate with WOWtown to ensure all deliverables and timelines are met</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Coach and train WOW crew to Five Below standards while identifying associate strengths and opportunities</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Comply with Five Below policy when booking business travel and managing travel expenses</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Adhere to the labor budget for all projects</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Merchandise the store to support floor plans while flexing to inventory challenges </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Ability to adjust daily work assignments based upon unforeseen challenges</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Capability to oversee multiple assignments</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Maintain a positive work environment during the project</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Must be an ambassador of our Five Below Brand through the practice and demonstration of our CORE values</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><b><span>QUALIFICATIONS:</span></b><span> </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Minimum of 2 years experience in merchandising or retail operations </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Minimum of 2 years management (retail preferred) </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Proficient in workforce planning, <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">scheduling (KRONOS) and</span> organization </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Must have the ability to lead a team through complex store projects</span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Must be able to manage and control expense budgets to include travel, payroll and supplies </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Must be organized, detail – oriented, and able to work <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">independently without</span> direct supervision </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Must be able to travel a minimum of two weeks at a time </span></p><p><span><span>·<span><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">        </span> </span></span></span><span>Need to possess and demonstrate <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">outstanding written</span> and verbal communication skills within the <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">organization  </span></span></p></div></div><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Explore our <b>benefits</b> site to discover all the perks and support we offer! From health coverage to financial and personal wellness, we've got you covered—check it out today! </span><a href="https://benefits.fivebelow.com/public/welcome" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="WMM0"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">benefits.fivebelow.com/public/welcome</span></span></a></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Five Below is an <b>Equal Opportunity Employer</b>. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"><span> </span></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Five Below is committed to working with and providing reasonable <b>accommodations for individuals with disabilities</b>. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please submit a request and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. </span><a href="https://crewservices.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="WMM0"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">crewservices.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new</span></span></a></p><p></p><p><b><span>BE AWARE OF FRAUD!</span></b><span> Please be aware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiter activity by persons that are posing as a Five Below recruiters.  Please confirm that the person you are working with has an @fivebelow.com email address.  Additionally, Five Below does NOT request financial information or payments from candidates at any point during the hiring process.  If you suspect fraudulent activity, please visit Five Below's Career Site</span><span> to verify the posting. <a href="http://fivebelow.com/info/careers" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">fivebelow.com/info/careers</span></a></span></p>

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