Regional Director – Mid South

Five Below

. Act with integrity and honesty .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • Tennessee • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and coaching abilities to develop district manager teams while driving performance and engagement. Utilizes business acumen and data-driven decision-making to achieve operational goals and enhance customer experiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree10+ Years Retail Experience5+ Years Multi-Store Management ExperienceStrong Business AcumenProven Ability to Lead and Coach

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Hard Skills

Retail OperationsAnalytical SkillsDecision-Making SkillsStrategic PlanningProblem-Solving SkillsBudget ManagementSales GrowthPerformance AnalysisData-Driven Decision MakingProficiency in Office Applications

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam MotivationRelationship Building

Industry Keywords

Servant LeadershipEmployee EngagementTalent PipelineCustomer ExperienceSales CultureOperational EnablementCorporate Business PlansHuman Resources IssuesChange ManagementCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act with integrity and honesty
Model servant leadership
Balance short-term needs with long-term goals and objectives
Lead a regional team of district managers with a focus on engagement and performance
Coach district managers through problem-solving and decision-making processes
Generate a strong talent pipeline, hire quality candidates, prioritize training and development, mitigate human resources issues, and foster retention
Identify opportunities for and approve promotions, while taking disciplinary action, including terminations, as needed
Grow and develop district manager teams and build pipelines for future talent
Equip and empower district managers 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, providing feedback and recognition
Communicate proactively with district managers and store managers to support implementation of directives, policies, and procedures
Create buy-in from direct reports to adopt change while establishing clear expectations
Apply business acumen and make data-driven decisions for positive regional outcomes
Translate and communicate company vision to meet or exceed objectives
Work cross-functionally with corporate leaders to advocate for resources, solve problems, improve processes, and enhance store performance
Build relationships with corporate business partners including HR, finance, real estate, and construction
Analyze business results and visit stores to drive district manager performance
Leverage reports and metrics to drive sales, improve customer experience, and increase profitability
Drive accountability and budget attainment by controlling expenses, protecting assets, driving sales, and maximizing profit margin
Plan strategically for operational enablement of revenue growth
Collaborate with and provide feedback to the regional support team
Prioritize interactions with associates to support regional needs
Encourage regional team members to experiment and pilot more effective ways of working
Achieve results while adhering to company policies and applicable laws
Create and sustain a sales culture that achieves regional performance results
Ensure exceptional customer experiences through the Five Below service model
Assess districts and coach leaders to drive consistent customer experience and incremental sales growth
Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in related field
10+ years retail experience
5+ years multi-store management experience
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health coverage
Financial wellness support
Personal wellness support
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities