Retail Supervisor Jobs in Ohio
Retail Supervisor jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with demand concentrated in big-box retail, grocery, and specialty apparel concentrated in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. Large employers like Kroger, which is headquartered in Cincinnati, alongside Target and Macy's maintain significant Ohio footprints and hire at every level from shift lead to multi-department supervisor. The most in-demand specialties in Ohio listings are loss prevention-focused supervision, grocery department management, and customer experience leadership. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Description
Career Development | Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits | 40% Discount | Daily or Weekly Pay | Fun Stores
At Bath & Body Works, we believe everybody deserves to feel good. When you join us, you're part of more than an iconic fragrance and personal care brand — you become part of Gingham Nation, where people are at the center of everything we do.
We believe great associate experiences create great consumer experiences. When our associates feel supported, inspired and empowered, consumers feel it. Whether you're starting your career or building your next chapter, we invest in your growth so you can learn, lead and help create feel good moments every day.
Summary:
As a Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to work in partnership with the Store Manager to develop outstanding associates, deliver exceptional and consistent customer experiences, and positively impact growth across Bath & Body Works. Our store leaders are the front line of our field leadership team: they’re retail and customer-savvy, dedicated brand ambassadors, and thrive on the connections we make with our customers.
Responsibilities
- Attract, hire, develop, inspire, and retain top talent.
- Responsible for leadership tasks as delegated by the Store Manager including acting as Manager on Duty, when scheduled, to address customer experience, vendor relationship, or maintenance issues.
- Partner with the members of the Sales Leadership Team to support action plans that improve results and ensure effective execution of operational activities.
- Perform opening and closing routines including execution of bank deposits, receipt of shipment, and interpret/disseminate company directives.
- Set the direction and goals for the day/shift when associates arrive for work.
- Provide individual and team performance feedback and recommendations to managers.
- Lead exceptional in-store customer experiences through demonstrating and modeling selling behaviors rooted in Our Values and elevated product knowledge.
- Create genuine connections with customers through uncovering needs, sharing product information, demoing products, and making personalized recommendations.
- Train, coach, reward, and motivate associates to improve selling and the customer experience.
- Reinforce selling expectations, performance, results, and accountability with all associates.
- All store positions require constant physical activity, including standing, walking, reaching, and lifting.
- Associates are expected to climb ladders, lift, reach, bend, and kneel to obtain products for customers and to maintain the visual appearance of the store.
- Associates should be able to lift 10 pounds consistently and up to 50 pounds.
- Consistently provide the most safe, clean, and engaging experience by adhering to all safety standards and expectations.
- Maintain our values, policies, and procedures.
Qualifications
- Proven experience delivering sales, customer experience, and operational results in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience in a supervisory role, preferably in a retail setting.
- Thrives in a customer-first based retail environment.
- Ability to foster a customer-focused selling culture.
- Effective communication skills, being open to feedback, and the ability to adapt quickly.
- Ability to provide in-the-moment coaching to associates.
- Ability to de-escalate store and customer situations effectively.
- Must be available to work peak days and times, including varied shifts of evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Education:
- High school diploma, GED certificate, or Relevant Work Experience.
Core Competencies
- Lead with Curiosity & Humility
- Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow
- Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose
- Observe, Engage & Connect
- Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence
- Deliver Business Results
Benefits
Feeling good starts with you. We invest in benefits that support your well-being, growth and future, helping you thrive as a creator of feel good — every day. Benefits for eligible associates include:
- Robust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage.
- On-demand access to your earned wages through DailyPay.
- 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase program with discount.
- No-cost mental health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Paid time off, paid parental leave and access to family building benefits.
- Home, auto and pet insurance and a complimentary Care.com subscription.
- Advance your education with tuition reimbursement or tuition-free courses through Guild, along with scholarship opportunities for you and your dependents.
- Performance-based sales bonus program for store leadership positions.
- Enjoy a 40% merchandise discount and qualify for free products so you can experience and share the brand you love.
- Visit bbwbenefits.com for more details.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: Los Angeles Fair Chance In Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Washington Fair Chance Act Guide
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
Application window will close when all vacancy/vacancies are filled.
Description
Career Development | Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits | 40% Discount | Daily or Weekly Pay | Fun Stores
At Bath & Body Works, we believe everybody deserves to feel good. When you join us, you're part of more than an iconic fragrance and personal care brand — you become part of Gingham Nation, where people are at the center of everything we do.
We believe great associate experiences create great consumer experiences. When our associates feel supported, inspired and empowered, consumers feel it. Whether you're starting your career or building your next chapter, we invest in your growth so you can learn, lead and help create feel good moments every day.
Summary:
As a Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to work in partnership with the Store Manager to develop outstanding associates, deliver exceptional and consistent customer experiences, and positively impact growth across Bath & Body Works. Our store leaders are the front line of our field leadership team: they’re retail and customer-savvy, dedicated brand ambassadors, and thrive on the connections we make with our customers.
Responsibilities
- Attract, hire, develop, inspire, and retain top talent.
- Responsible for leadership tasks as delegated by the Store Manager including acting as Manager on Duty, when scheduled, to address customer experience, vendor relationship, or maintenance issues.
- Partner with the members of the Sales Leadership Team to support action plans that improve results and ensure effective execution of operational activities.
- Perform opening and closing routines including execution of bank deposits, receipt of shipment, and interpret/disseminate company directives.
- Set the direction and goals for the day/shift when associates arrive for work.
- Provide individual and team performance feedback and recommendations to managers.
- Lead exceptional in-store customer experiences through demonstrating and modeling selling behaviors rooted in Our Values and elevated product knowledge.
- Create genuine connections with customers through uncovering needs, sharing product information, demoing products, and making personalized recommendations.
- Train, coach, reward, and motivate associates to improve selling and the customer experience.
- Reinforce selling expectations, performance, results, and accountability with all associates.
- All store positions require constant physical activity, including standing, walking, reaching, and lifting.
- Associates are expected to climb ladders, lift, reach, bend, and kneel to obtain products for customers and to maintain the visual appearance of the store.
- Associates should be able to lift 10 pounds consistently and up to 50 pounds.
- Consistently provide the most safe, clean, and engaging experience by adhering to all safety standards and expectations.
- Maintain our values, policies, and procedures.
Qualifications
- Proven experience delivering sales, customer experience, and operational results in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience in a supervisory role, preferably in a retail setting.
- Thrives in a customer-first based retail environment.
- Ability to foster a customer-focused selling culture.
- Effective communication skills, being open to feedback, and the ability to adapt quickly.
- Ability to provide in-the-moment coaching to associates.
- Ability to de-escalate store and customer situations effectively.
- Must be available to work peak days and times, including varied shifts of evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Education:
- High school diploma, GED certificate, or Relevant Work Experience.
Core Competencies
- Lead with Curiosity & Humility
- Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow
- Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose
- Observe, Engage & Connect
- Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence
- Deliver Business Results
Benefits
Feeling good starts with you. We invest in benefits that support your well-being, growth and future, helping you thrive as a creator of feel good — every day. Benefits for eligible associates include:
- Robust medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage.
- On-demand access to your earned wages through DailyPay.
- 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase program with discount.
- No-cost mental health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Paid time off, paid parental leave and access to family building benefits.
- Home, auto and pet insurance and a complimentary Care.com subscription.
- Advance your education with tuition reimbursement or tuition-free courses through Guild, along with scholarship opportunities for you and your dependents.
- Performance-based sales bonus program for store leadership positions.
- Enjoy a 40% merchandise discount and qualify for free products so you can experience and share the brand you love.
- Visit bbwbenefits.com for more details.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: Los Angeles Fair Chance In Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Washington Fair Chance Act Guide
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.
Application window will close when all vacancy/vacancies are filled.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in retail supervisor jobs across Ohio.
- Two or more years of retail floor or shift leadership experience in Ohio or comparable market
- Demonstrated ability to lead, schedule, and evaluate a team of hourly associates
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems, inventory software, and basic reporting tools
- Strong conflict resolution and customer service skills in high-traffic retail settings
- Availability for nights, weekends, and holiday shifts as required by Ohio retail operations
- High school diploma or GED required, with associate or bachelor degree preferred by larger chains
Retail Supervisor Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a retail supervisor in Ohio?
Retail supervision in Ohio carries no state-issued license or exam, so the path runs through experience and internal promotion. Most Ohio employers expect candidates to have worked in a frontline retail role first, whether as a sales associate, key holder, or department lead. A high school diploma meets the baseline, though larger Ohio chains like Kroger or Target often prefer candidates with some college coursework in business, management, or communications before moving into a salaried supervisor position.
Which companies hire retail supervisors in Ohio?
Companies currently hiring retail supervisors in Ohio include TJ Maxx, Burlington Stores, and Bath & Body Works, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's large population centers and its role as a Midwest distribution hub mean established national chains maintain significant store counts and ongoing supervisor needs throughout the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most retail supervisor jobs?
Columbus, Youngstown, and Chillicothe consistently account for the largest concentration of retail supervisor openings in Ohio. Columbus drives the most volume as the state's largest and fastest-growing city, with its dense commercial corridors and headquarters presence drawing major chains, while Cleveland and Cincinnati anchor the northeast and southwest markets through longstanding anchor tenants, regional malls, and grocery networks.
Are there remote retail supervisor jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Retail supervision is an inherently on-site role that requires floor presence, team oversight, and real-time customer interaction, so fully remote positions make up a small slice of the market. About 0% of retail supervisor openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be district-level or e-commerce operations roles rather than traditional store supervisor positions.
How can I get hired as a retail supervisor in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a key holder or senior associate role at a high-volume Ohio store and building toward internal promotion. Kroger, Target, and Macy's all run structured associate development programs at their Ohio locations that move high-performing frontline workers into supervisory tracks without requiring prior management experience. Completing a retail management certificate through a community college like Columbus State or Cuyahoga Community College, or earning a shift lead title in food service or warehousing, can also give a candidate a credible edge when applying to first-time supervisor openings.
Where can I find and apply to retail supervisor jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to retail supervisor jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across the state's major markets. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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