Supervisor and Team Lead Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL

A Supervisor and Team Lead in the retail industry are responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the store and ensuring that all activities run smoothly and efficiently. They manage a team of retail workers and coordinate schedules, tasks, and responsibilities to ensure productivity and sales goals are met. They are responsible for training new employees, addressing customer issues, and maintaining inventory levels. Additionally, they work closely with the store manager to develop strategies to improve customer satisfaction and business performance. They may also be involved in budgeting, forecasting, and analyzing sales and revenue trends.

A successful Supervisor and Team Lead should possess strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. They must be able to motivate their team, handle conflicts, and make critical decisions under pressure. They should have excellent customer service skills and a deep understanding of retail operations and industry trends. While formal education may vary, many employers value previous work experience in a related role and a certification in retail management or a related field. Typical roles that a person may hold before becoming a Supervisor and Team Lead include Sales Associate, Customer Service Representative, and Assistant Store Manager.

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DSW Store Supervisor Full-Time

  • McHenry, IL (22 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • McHenry, IL (22 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Find Your Fit at DSW We have a personal relationship with our shoes! You might say were even shoe obsessed. Our shoes tell the world who we are, make us feel great and inspire us to be our...

Shift Leader

  • Glenview, IL (8 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Glenview, IL (8 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

PAY TRANSPARENCY: earn between $17.00 and $17.50 plus digital tips!* Do you hunger for more? Potbelly Sandwich Shop is looking for friendly and outgoing people who enjoy working in a fast-paced,...

Sales Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Sales Supervisor assists the Sales Manager or General Manager with planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of the sales function for an assigned...

Shift Lead/Cashier/Phones. Up to $20 per hour plus excellent Tips.

  • La Grange, IL (23 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Grange, IL (23 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a few special individuals to help our busy and rapidly growing restaurant and pizzeria. Person(s) must be able to multi task efficiently. Duties include answering phones and...

Retail Stocking Team Supervisor - Full-Time

  • Gurnee, IL (18 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gurnee, IL (18 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a self-starter with the ability to supervise store operations efficiently and effectively?...

Retail Front End Supervisor - Full-Time

  • Gurnee, IL (18 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gurnee, IL (18 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a self-starter with the ability to supervise store operations efficiently and effectively?...

Production Group Leader

  • Hanover Park, IL (12 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hanover Park, IL (12 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply...

Part Time - Head Cashier - Flexible

  • Lincolnwood, IL (13 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincolnwood, IL (13 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Functions: NOTE: Minors in this role may not be responsible for some of the activities listed below Assisted Self Check Out Demonstrates ability to monitor and identify customers who...

The North Face: Floor Supervisor - Chicago

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Supervisor As a Supervisor, you will direct, develop and motivate a team of brand associates, ensuring a consistent best-in-class customer experience that aligns with our brand purpose and values....

Fulfillment Operations Team Leader

  • St Charles, IL (20 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • St Charles, IL (20 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 2 days ago

The pay range per hour is $23.50 - $39.95 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and...

Food/Consumables Team Supervisor

  • Huntley, IL (24 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntley, IL (24 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Hourly Wage: $20 - $33 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Seasonal Team Supervisor

  • Northbrook, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19 - $32 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Floor Lead (Retail)

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Mejuri is the category-defining fine jewelry brand redefining luxury, your way. Feeling disconnected from an industry that typically markets to men, co-founder and CEO Noura Sakkijha leveraged her...

Stocking Team Supervisor

  • Cicero, IL (22 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cicero, IL (22 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Hourly Wage: $22 - $35 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Lead Cashier

  • Kildeer, IL (9 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kildeer, IL (9 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 days ago

OVERVIEW Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences—for true beauty...

Demographic Data for Arlington Heights, IL

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Salary for Supervisor and Team Lead Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Supervisor and Team Leads in Arlington Heights, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.7%
High School or GED
29.7%
Associate's Degree
15.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Master's Degree
8.0%
Some College
3.9%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Supervisor and Team Leads in Arlington Heights, IL
4-6 years
36.0%
2-4 years
20.6%
None
18.7%
Less than 1 year
18.3%
1-2 years
3.6%
6-8 years
1.5%
8-10 years
0.8%
10+ years
0.5%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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