Retail Supervisor Jobs in Washington
Retail Supervisor jobs in Washington are concentrated in the state's large-format retail, grocery, and specialty apparel sectors, with demand running from assistant supervisor roles at big-box stores to multi-department floor leads at flagship urban locations. The Seattle metro, along with Spokane and Tacoma, accounts for the bulk of active openings, and major employers like Costco, Nordstrom, and REI maintain consistent Washington hiring across both headquarters and store networks. The most in-demand specialties are grocery and food retail supervision, softlines and apparel floor management, and loss-prevention-integrated team leadership. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1923 that helps people get jobs across Northwest Washington by offering high-quality free job training, education and job placement. Goodwill empowers individuals to overcome barriers to working, by providing comprehensive support and connecting them with life changing job opportunities, ensuring they are career-ready and can support themselves and their families.
The organization employs over 2,000 people, operates five job-training centers, 23 nonprofit retail stores and more than 27 donation sites in King, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom and Kitsap Counties. Every day, Evergreen Goodwill connects people with the jobs, services and skills they need — because Jobs Change Lives. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion (DEI) and are focused on creating a joyful, inclusive and successful organization.
Job Title: Retail Supervisor
Department: Retail Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Store Manager
Supervises: Retail Associates
About Goodwill
We believe in the potential of individuals to make positive changes in their lives. We believe that education and training empower people to make those changes. Our vision for the communities we serve is that each person is able to choose rewarding employment, financial security and the experience of educational achievement. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion (DEI). We embrace our employees’ differences and acknowledge and support our collective responsibility.
About the Position
The Retail Supervisor assists the management team in the daily operations of the store.
Supervises and leads retail associates within the store location. This role works a rotational assignment supervising various retail categories. Ensures excellent customer service is provided to customers.
Pay Rate: $23.97/hour
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Assign, guide, coach and train employees while performing the work of a Sales Associates as needed.
- Complete retail operational requirements by scheduling and assigning one or more employees.
- Set expectations, instruct, coach and identify training needs.
- Maintain orderly operations of the store in the absence of the Manager and Assistant.
- Resolve workplace problems by addressing issues that impact employee performance and productivity.
- Ensures excellent customer service is provided to customers and donors.
- Prepare reports by collecting, documenting and summarizing information.
- Complete projects by planning, organizing and monitoring assignments.
- Promote productivity by following up with employees on work results
- Provide excellent internal/external customer service.
- Maintain a clean work environment.
- Demonstrate safe work practices through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture; reports any potential hazards or accidents.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Goodwill’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; monitoring performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Partner with People Relations as needed and appropriate.
Position Requirements (Qualifications for the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience:
- High school graduate or equivalency but not required.
- 2 years’ experience with retail with Point of Sale (POS) systems.
- 2 years’ customer service/retail experience.
- 1 year supervisor experience preferred.
Computer/Technology Skills:
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
- Ability to learn new technology and software as related to the job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to lift and carry 30-40 pounds; have developed fine motor control (grasp, handle, manipulate objects with fingers; standing for long periods, frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, stooping, squatting, pushing; climbing ladders; able to travel across a variety of surfaces (stairs, ramps, uneven terrain). Ability to operate computer systems. Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills. Maintain reliable attendance.
Essential Mental/Sensory Abilities:
- Organizing, sorting, categorizing, counting, adding, subtracting
- Problem solving
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Time management
- Prioritization
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Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Goodwill believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. This position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit our employees nor Goodwill to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the Goodwill.
Everyone Is Welcome
When you join Evergreen Goodwill, you join a truly vibrant community. We value the things that make us different and unique. From diverse international and ethnic backgrounds, to languages, identities, ages, orientations, and beyond, Evergreen Goodwill celebrates individual and cultural diversity.
Why work at Evergreen Goodwill?
A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long term disability insurance (for salaried employee)
Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan
Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program
Paid vacation, (9) holiday and sick time
Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
Employee discounts
Employee referral bonus
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mentorship Program
Career Advancement Opportunities
Paid Job Training
EEO Statement: Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with applicable law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, compensation, benefits, and termination.
This document does not represent a contract of employment, and EGNW reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as EGNW may deem appropriate.
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in retail supervisor jobs across Washington.
- Minimum two years of retail team lead or supervisory experience in a Washington store environment
- Demonstrated ability to manage and schedule a team of five or more retail associates
- Proficiency with point-of-sale systems and retail inventory management software
- Strong working knowledge of Washington State labor laws, including break and overtime requirements
- Proven record of meeting store sales targets and reducing shrink through staff accountability
- High school diploma or GED required, with preference for an associate or bachelor's degree in business
Retail Supervisor Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a retail supervisor in Washington?
The typical path in Washington starts with one to two years of hourly retail experience followed by a promotion to shift lead or key holder. Washington does not require a state-issued license to work as a retail supervisor. Employers across Seattle, Tacoma, and Spokane consistently prefer candidates who have completed internal leadership development programs or hold a certificate in retail management or business from a community college such as Bellevue College or Spokane Falls Community College.
Which companies hire retail supervisors in Washington?
Washington retail supervisor roles are posted by Burlington Stores, Starbucks, and Harbor Freight Tools and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's mix of major retail headquarters, large grocery chains, and outdoor and apparel brands creates a broader employer base than most states of comparable size.
Which Washington cities have the most retail supervisor jobs?
Spokane, Seattle, and Longview have the most retail supervisor openings in Washington right now. The Seattle metro dominates because it anchors major retail headquarters and a dense urban consumer base, while Spokane and Tacoma generate consistent volume through large grocery chains, big-box stores, and regional shopping centers that each require dedicated on-floor supervisory staff.
How can I get hired as a retail supervisor in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is applying for a shift lead or key holder role at a Washington grocery chain or big-box retailer, where internal promotion to supervisor is common and structured. Costco and REI both run Washington-based internal advancement programs that take associates from entry-level to supervisory responsibility without requiring prior management experience. Earning a retail management certificate from a Washington community college, or moving laterally from a stock or fulfillment lead role, meaningfully strengthens an application.
Where can I find and apply to retail supervisor jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to retail supervisor jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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