Project Merchandiser

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 17,000 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.

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!

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Under direction of the Senior New Store Merchandiser, manages all aspects of the assigned project from readiness to project completion
• Identify and communicate potential challenges that may delay project timelines
• Collaborate with WOWtown to ensure all deliverables and timelines are met
• Coach and train WOW crew to Five Below merchandising standards while identifying associate strengths and opportunities
• Adhere to the labor budget for all projects
• Merchandise the store to support floor plans while flexing to inventory challenges
• Ability to adjust daily work assignments based upon unforeseen challenges
• Maintain a positive work environment during the project. Must be an ambassador of our Five Below Brand through the practice and demonstration of our CORE values
• Comply with Five Below policy when booking business travel and managing travel expenses

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Minimum of 2 years experience in merchandising or retail operations
• Proficient in workforce planning, scheduling (KRONOS) and organization
• Must be able to lead self and small store crews through assigned projects
• Must be able to manage and control expense budgets to include travel, payroll and supplies
• Must be organized, detail oriented, and able to work independently without direct supervision
• Must be able to travel a minimum of two weeks at a time
• Need to possess and demonstrate outstanding written and verbal communication skills within the organization

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!