Store Ops & Guest Experience Lead

Five Below; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Five Below is hiring to lead customer service and store operations in a fast-paced retail environment. The role oversees daily activities of store associates, ensures excellent service, and acts as Manager on Duty when needed.

The position involves opening/closing the store, cash handling, training teammates, merchandising, and driving sales while controlling expenses. Flexible schedule and teamwork are required.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent; college experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and think creatively.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Ensures all crew members are Wowing the Customer through personal contact with customers.
• Trains the crew on the B.E.S.T. customer service experience; ensuring that each guest has a fast, friendly check out experience.
• Helps oversee the daily activities of all store associates, ensuring they are performing their duties effectively and providing excellent customer service.
• Assists with the receiving, unpacking, and organizing of new stock to ensure items are quickly and efficiently placed on the sales floor
• Acts as Manager on Duty when needed, taking full responsibility for store operations, staff management, customer service, and addressing any urgent issues.
• 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.
• 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.
• Partners with the entire store leadership team in merchandising procedures and World Recovery.
• Performs store maintenance including but not limited to taking out garbage, sweeping, cleaning bathrooms, maintaining stock room

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multi-tasking

Creative thinking

Composure under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Five Below is hiring to lead customer service and store operations in a fast-paced retail environment. The role oversees daily activities of store associates, ensures excellent service, and acts as Manager on Duty when needed.

The position involves opening/closing the store, cash handling, training teammates, merchandising, and driving sales while controlling expenses. Flexible schedule and teamwork are required.