Five Below
Director,Strategy
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“Director, Strategy at Five Below. Skills: Strategy development, Long-range planning, Analytical rigor. Support strategy creation. Support strategy evolution”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving; Analytical rigor
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
6–10 years of experience in corporate strategy, 6–10 years of experience in retail strategy, 6–10 years of experience in management consulting, analytical problem-solving skills, financial modeling capabilities, Exceptional written communication abilities, Exceptional visual communication abilities, Exceptional verbal communication abilities, Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, Demonstrated ability to influence without authority
Nice to Have
Passion for youth culture, Passion for value retail, Passion for delivering a fun, engaging customer experience
What You'll Do.
Support strategy creation
Support strategy evolution
Support multi-year financial plan
Support multi-year operational plan
Lead deep-dive analyses
Translate insights into strategies
Translate insights into recommendations
Own development of financial models
Own development of business cases
Own development of scenarios
Evaluate new initiatives
Evaluate new opportunities
Develop presentations for leadership
Communicate complex ideas simply
Communicate complex ideas persuasively
Partner with merchandising teams
Partner with operations teams
Partner with digital teams
Partner with stores teams
Partner with marketing teams
Partner with finance teams
Help teams translate strategy
Support change management efforts
Build relationships across organization
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional collaboration; Influence without authority; Foster alignment; Foster momentum
Communication Scope
Executive-ready communication; Compelling presentations; Persuasive communication
Process & Methodology
Structured plans, Milestones, KPIs, Implementation approaches
Full Job Description
At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited possibilities, priced so low, you can always say yes to the newest, coolest stuff! Just ask any of our over 27,000 associates who work at Five Below and they’ll tell you there’s no other place like it. It all starts with our purpose and then, The Five Below Way, which is our values and behaviors that each and every associate believes in. It’s all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace! **POSITION SUMMARY:** The **Director of Strategy** will play a critical role in shaping the company’s long-range strategy and guiding the analytical and executional work that brings that strategy to life. You will help guide and execute the company’s strategic decisions —from long-range growth planning to enterprise-wide transformations—ensuring we deliver a fun, discovery-driven customer experience while scaling with discipline and clarity. This role is ideal for a sharp, hands-on strategist who loves solving complex problems, crafting clear stories, and collaborating across functions to turn strategy into impact. **Strategy Development & Long-Range Planning** * Support the creation and evolution of the company’s long-term strategy and multi-year financial/operational plan. * Lead deep-dive analyses on categories, trends, operations, and customer insights to inform strategic choices. * Translate insights into well-structured strategies and recommendations for senior leadership. **Analytical Excellence** * Own the development of financial models, business cases, and scenarios that underpin strategic decisions. * Evaluate new initiatives and opportunities with analytical rigor and a customer-centric mindset. **Executive-Ready Communication** * Develop clean
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