Store Team Lead

Academy Sports + Outdoors; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Team Lead to enhance customer satisfaction and store profitability. In this dynamic role, you will lead projects and initiatives while guiding team members towards operational excellence. Your contributions will directly affect the success of the store and help fulfill the company’s mission to promote sports and outdoor activities. If you have a passion for leadership and a commitment to service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant experience in a leadership role.
• Ability to support people and processes for operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of projects and initiatives while leading team members.
• Impact customer satisfaction and store profitability.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Communication

Inventory Software Proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory Software

Order Processing Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join Our Team at Academy Sports + Outdoors

We pride ourselves on creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.

Our Purpose is to make it easier for everyone to enjoy more sports and outdoors. As a Team Lead, you will drive the execution of projects and initiatives while leading team members. Your work will impact customer satisfaction, store profitability, and support Academy's Purpose.

Job Descriptions:

Click the links below for full job descriptions:

• Logistics Team Lead
• Operations Team Lead
• Store Inventory Control Team Lead
• Store Merchandising Team Lead
• Sales Team Lead Softlines
• Sales Team Lead Hardlines

Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Work Experience:

• At least two years of relevant experience.
• Support of people and processes to achieve operational excellence and sales targets.
• Must meet federal and state requirements for firearms transactions, where applicable.
• Must qualify for and maintain FOID card (Illinois only).

Skills:

• Excellent customer service, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and follow safety rules, manuals, and procedures.
• Proficiency with inventory software, order processing systems, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities:

Refer to individual job descriptions for detailed responsibilities.

Additional Requirements (excluding Lead Cashier):

• Compliance with firearms transaction requirements where applicable.
• Firearms Sales Certification Training completion, where applicable.

Physical & Attendance Requirements:

• Good hearing and vision to perform duties.
• Adherence to work hours, policies, and rules.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift up to 20 pounds constantly; 21-40 pounds frequently; 41-60 pounds occasionally.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any protected category.