Team Leader Jobs in Kansas

Team Leader jobs in Kansas are consistently active across manufacturing, retail, logistics, and healthcare, with openings at every level from first-time supervisors to multi-site operations leads. Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka account for the largest share of postings, where employers like Koch Industries, Spirit AeroSystems, and Dillons Food Stores regularly hire team leaders across production floors, distribution centers, and customer-facing operations. The most in-demand specialties right now are production supervision, warehouse team leadership, and retail floor management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles49
Top employerTarget
Top cityWichita, KS
Cities hiring16
Work type60% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Ollie's Bargain Outlet
Retail Freight Team Leader
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Ollie's Bargain Outlet
New 11h ago
Retail Freight Team Leader
Ollie's Bargain Outlet
Wichita, Kansas
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Sam's Club
R-2461858 (USA) Tire and Battery Center Team Leader
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Sam's Club
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R-2461858 (USA) Tire and Battery Center Team Leader
Sam's Club
Salina, Kansas
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$23 - $31/hr
High school
201-500

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American Eagle Outfitters
AE - Merchandising Team Leader
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AE - Merchandising Team Leader
American Eagle Outfitters
Kansas City, Kansas
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support

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American Eagle Outfitters
AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)
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AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)
American Eagle Outfitters
Kansas City, Kansas
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support

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Vera Bradley
Part Time Team Leader
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Part Time Team Leader
Vera Bradley
Leawood, Kansas
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$13.51 - $20.24/hr

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Team Leader Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Olathe
7 jobs
Overland Park
7 jobs
Lenexa
4 jobs
Manhattan
3 jobs
Kansas City
3 jobs
Salina
2 jobs
Emporia
2 jobs
Leawood
2 jobs

Team Leader Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Target
Target7 open roles
Garmin
Garmin6 open roles
Rally House
Rally House4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Retail

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in team leader jobs across Kansas.

  • Proven supervisory experience leading a team of five or more direct reports
  • High school diploma required, associate or bachelor's degree preferred by most Kansas employers
  • Ability to hold team members accountable to production, safety, or service metrics
  • Proficiency with scheduling software, inventory systems, or point-of-sale platforms
  • Strong verbal communication skills for shift handoffs, coaching, and reporting to management
  • Availability for flexible shifts including weekends, early mornings, or rotating schedules

Team Leader Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a team leader in Kansas?

Most Kansas employers promote team leaders from within or hire candidates with front-line experience in the same industry. No state-issued license is required for the majority of team leader roles in Kansas. Employers in manufacturing and logistics typically look for candidates who have worked as a technician, associate, or operator first. A completed associate degree or a supervisory certificate from a Kansas community college, such as those offered through Wichita State University Tech or Johnson County Community College, strengthens a candidate's application considerably.

Which companies hire team leaders in Kansas?

Employers hiring team leaders in Kansas right now include Target, Garmin, and Rally House, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kansas's concentration of aerospace manufacturing, food distribution, and large retail chains means steady, recurring demand for team leaders well beyond seasonal peaks.

Which Kansas cities have the most team leader jobs?

Wichita, Olathe, and Overland Park have the most team leader openings in Kansas. Wichita dominates because of its aerospace and manufacturing base anchored by employers like Spirit AeroSystems and Textron Aviation, while Kansas City draws volume from logistics hubs and retail corridors along the state line, and Topeka's state government offices and healthcare networks round out the demand.

Are there remote team leader jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're relatively uncommon, since most team leader roles in Kansas involve direct oversight of people on a floor, in a warehouse, or at a retail location. About 40% of team leader openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to cluster in call center operations, insurance back-office teams, and software support functions rather than in manufacturing or logistics.

How can I get hired as a team leader in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is to apply for an associate, technician, or senior associate role at a large Kansas employer and pursue an internal promotion. Koch Industries affiliates, Dillons Food Stores, and Amazon fulfillment centers in the Kansas City area all run structured development programs that move high-performing front-line workers into team leader roles within a year or two. Completing a supervisory skills certificate through Wichita State University Tech or Butler Community College and asking to shadow a current team leader during reviews gives candidates a measurable edge.

Where can I find and apply to team leader jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to team leader jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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