Regional Director- South Central

Responsibilities Act with integrity and honesty. Model servant leadership and balance short‑term needs with long‑term goals/objectives. Build and develop a high talent crew that feels cared for, connected, and part of an inclusive culture. Present facts clearly, coach effectively, and actively listen to inspire trust and respect among direct reports. Lead a regional team of district managers (DMs) with a focus on engagement and performance. Continuously build capability by coaching DMs through problem‑solving and decision‑making processes. Generate a strong talent pipeline, hire quality candidates, prioritize training and development, mitigate HR issues, and foster retention. Provide an exceptional employee experience by identifying opportunities for and approving promotions, and, when needed, taking disciplinary action including terminations. Grow and develop the team of DMs while building pipelines for future DM talent within the districts. Equip and empower DMs to make strategic and tactical decisions that increase employee engagement and positively impact the bottom line. Visit stores regularly to observe performance and work environment, and provide feedback and recognition to store managers and DMs. Communicate proactively with DMs and store managers to support effective implementation of directives, policies, and procedures. Create buy‑in from direct reports to adopt change by inviting input and ideas, while setting clear expectations about the path forward. Demonstrate advanced business acumen and make data‑driven decisions that result in positive outcomes for the region. Translate and communicate a clear, compelling company vision that empowers the team to meet or exceed company objectives. Work cross‑functionally with corporate leaders to advocate for resources, solve problems, improve processes, and enhance store performance. Build strong relationships and work closely with corporate business partners (e.g., HR, finance, real estate, construction) to capitalize on business opportunities. Analyze critical business results and regularly visit stores to drive greater performance among the DMs in the region. Leverage reports and metrics to make decisions that drive sales, improve the customer experience, and increase profitability. Drive accountability and ensure attainment of budget by controlling expenses, protecting company assets, driving sales, and maximizing profit margin. Strategically plan for operational enablement of revenue growth. Collaborate with and provide helpful feedback to the regional support team. Listen carefully and prioritize interactions with associates at many levels within the region to stay informed of and proactively support regional needs. Encourage and empower regional team members to experiment and pilot more effective ways of working. Achieve results without compromising quality or integrity of work, and adhere to company policies and local, state, and federal laws. Cultivate a culture of customer obsession by creating and sustaining a sales culture that achieves regional business performance results. Ensure exceptional customer experiences through the application of the Five Below service model. Strategically assess districts and coach leaders within districts to drive consistency of customer experience and incremental sales growth. Perform other duties as needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. 10+ years of retail experience with 5+ years in multi‑store management. Experience in retail operations. Strong organizational, analytical, and decision‑making skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to plan strategically and utilize time effectively to accomplish business objectives. Ability to exercise independent decision‑making and work under little supervision. Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate staff in different locations. Strong business acumen and problem‑solving skills. Proven ability to successfully execute corporate business plans. Proficiency in computer use and standard office applications. Ability to travel 50% of the time. Candidate ideally located in New Orleans or St.Louis. Equal Opportunity Employer Five Below is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. Five Below is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Five Below Inc