Store Manager- Cockeysville, MD

Five Below•Cockeysville, MD

1d•$54,000 - $68,175•Onsite

About The Position

The Store Manager leads the store team and drives an engaging customer experience while overseeing store operations, team development, sales, and labor. The role involves leading from the sales floor, coaching and developing associates, maintaining operational standards, adapting to changing business needs, and fostering a positive, high-performing store culture. Success is measured through sales and labor results, customer satisfaction and TruRating feedback, Store Scorecard performance, team development and retention, and operational execution and compliance. The manager works actively throughout the sales floor and stockroom and also spends structured time on development check-ins, coaching conversations, labor and volume planning, and use of company resources and programs. The schedule is flexible and may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The position is listed as salaried, with a pay range of $54,000 to $68,175.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Minimum 3 years of management experience preferred.
5–10+ years of leadership experience leading teams and delivering results.
Experience managing a store or large department; retail experience preferred but not required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask, think creatively, and maintain composure under pressure.
Must be at least 18 years old and able to perform the essential job functions in compliance with applicable laws.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds and move merchandise to heights of 5–10 feet.
Ability to remain in a stationary, upright position for 80% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Promotion from an assistant or co-manager role is a plus.
Experience in fast-paced, high-volume, or high-complexity store environments.

Responsibilities

Lead the store from the sales floor and set the pace for the store experience.
Coach, develop, provide feedback to, and recognize team members.
Oversee store operations, including freight flow, store zones, and priorities.
Manage labor and adjust staffing to business needs while staying on budget.
Drive sales by modeling selling behaviors and guiding associates.
Create a positive, fun, high-performing team culture.
Adapt to changing conditions and take responsibility for outcomes.
Plan for success through development check-ins, coaching conversations, and labor and volume planning.
Maintain operational execution and compliance.