Supervisor and Team Lead Jobs in Portsmouth, VA

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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In-store Lead Generation Specialist - Suffolk, VA

Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
7 days ago

Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
7 days ago

Company Name: ARS-Rescue Rooter Overview: Pay: $20 per hour + commission Earning potential: $20 $30/hour on average with commission Schedule: Discussed during interview Location: Suffolk, VA...

In-Store Lead Generation Specialist - Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
22 days ago

Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
22 days ago

Company Name: R S Andrews of Tidewater Heating, Cooling Overview: Grow Your Sales Career with American Residential Services! Join the nations top home services provider, serving homeowners for...

Retail Supervisor-Events

Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
23 hours ago

Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
23 hours ago

Job Posting Overview Flexible schedule. Great PTO package Growth Potential Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K) This is a field based, retail focused, customer-centric position. Strong team...

Meat Manager

Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
1 day ago

Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
1 day ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

FT Center Store Lead

Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
1 day ago

Chesapeake, VA (9 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
1 day ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 291679 Address: USA-VA-Chesapeake-3325 Taylor Rd Taylor Plz Store Code: Store 00622 Grocery (7213198) Food Lion has been providing an...

Sales Floor Supervisor - Lynnhaven Mall

Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
3 days ago

Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
3 days ago

General Description As the Sales Floor Supervisor you are accountable for driving customer service to achieve profitable sales growth by leading and engaging associates, managing company...

Team Supervisor (Overnights)

Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
4 days ago

Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
4 days ago

Job Description Job Title: Team Supervisor Location: Field Department: Store Operations Associates in this position will receive a $2.00 shift differential for hours worked between 12am-6am....

Store Supervisor

Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
7 days ago

Hampton, VA (14 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
7 days ago

teams effectively by teaching training and actively listening to associates touring stores and providing feedback TourtoTeach communicating and collaborating with all levels of associates regarding store...

Now Hiring - Store Lead

Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
7 days ago

Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
7 days ago

Ability to believe in our customer centered culture to deliver a superior customer service experience. , Starting Wage: $13.16 Are you motivated by the hustle and bustle of a thriving retail...

Store Lead - Part-time

Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
7 days ago

Newport News, VA (17 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
7 days ago

Starting Wage: $13.16 Are you motivated by the hustle and bustle of a thriving retail environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you at Shoe Carnival, Inc. As a Store Lead, you will have the...

Retail Supervisor-Landstown Commons

Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
8 days ago

Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
8 days ago

Front End Service Team Supervisor

Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
9 days ago

Virginia Beach, VA (21 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
9 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...

Online Order Filling Team Supervisor

Carrollton, VA (13 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
9 days ago

Carrollton, VA (13 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
9 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...

Home Team Supervisor

Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
9 days ago

Suffolk, VA (11 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
9 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.5 - $32.5 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...

Meat/Produce Team Supervisor

Poquoson, VA (22 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
10 days ago

Poquoson, VA (22 miles from Portsmouth, VA)
10 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...

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Demographic Data for Portsmouth, VA

Moving to Portsmouth, VA? Find some basic demographic data about Portsmouth, VA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Portsmouth, VA

Local

National

Total Population

97,821

Number of Businesses

1,620

City Size

Medium/Lg

Supervisor and Team Lead Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Understanding Team Culture - Team Leader Supervisor Skills (Course)

Do you want to be able to change the culture of your team as a Team Leader, Supervisor or Manager? One of the biggest problems Team Leaders, Supervisors and Managers face is poor team culture....

The Square Wheels Toolkit...for Supervisors & Team Leaders

The Square Wheels Toolkit and Online Training Course is a self-contained, ready-to-go solution, created specifically for busy team leaders, managers & supervisors. If you have ever struggled to...

Team Leadership: Lead Diverse Global Teams With Cultural Awareness And Effective Communication Course

Are you a manager of a global team who wants to maximise efficiency? Are you an executive who wants to expand into the global market? Or are you a professional who works within a culturally...

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Salary for Supervisor and Team Lead Jobs in Portsmouth, VA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Supervisor and Team Lead positions.

Highest Education Level

Supervisor and Team Leads in Portsmouth, VA offer the following education background

Bachelor's Degree

31.6%

High School or GED

29.8%

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 Portsmouth, VA

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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