Merchandising & Store Operations Lead

Socket.dev; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Wellness programs

Job summary

Five Below is seeking a store leadership role based in the Champaign area to oversee daily operations, manage associates, and ensure excellent customer service. Responsibilities include opening/closing the store, maintaining displays, and executing the market plan per corporate guidelines.

The role emphasizes training, sales optimization, and adherence to inventory processes, with an hourly pay structure starting at $18.00. Applicants must be 18+ and able to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• College experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of management experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Creative thinking.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the receiving, unpacking, and organizing of new stock to ensure items are quickly and efficiently placed on the sales floor.
• Manages the setup and maintenance of displays for specific store sections, ensuring signage is accurate and promotions are properly highlighted, following corporate guidelines for resets and seasonal updates.
• Manages the entire process of opening or closing the store, which includes securing cash, locking doors, setting alarms, and ensuring everything is in place for a smooth daily operation.
• Acts as Manager on Duty when needed, taking full responsibility for store operations, staff management, customer service, and addressing any urgent issues.
• Helps oversee the daily activities of all store associates, ensuring they are performing their duties effectively and providing excellent customer service.
• Supports the onboarding and ongoing training of associates, helping them learn store policies, product knowledge, and operational procedures to improve their performance.
• Drives store sales and controls expenses: Actively seeks ways to boost sales by optimizing merchandising, staff performance, and customer service.
• Executes the market plan by arranging products and signage according to corporate guidelines, ensuring promotional materials are displayed properly and updated regularly. Ensures the execution of company Inventory Integrity process

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Creative thinking

Composure under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College experience preferred

Job description

Five Below is seeking a store leadership role based in the Champaign area to oversee daily operations, manage associates, and ensure excellent customer service. Responsibilities include opening/closing the store, maintaining displays, and executing the market plan per corporate guidelines.

The role emphasizes training, sales optimization, and adherence to inventory processes, with an hourly pay structure starting at $18.00. Applicants must be 18+ and able to work varied shifts.