Team Leader Jobs in Minnesota
Team Leader jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro, Rochester, and Duluth, with strong demand across retail, healthcare operations, manufacturing, and logistics. Major employers with consistent team leader hiring in the state include Target, Mayo Clinic, and 3M, each maintaining large Minnesota operations with ongoing openings at the supervisor and lead level. The most in-demand specialties are warehouse and fulfillment operations, patient services coordination, and retail floor leadership. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Join our team and live the Ollie-tude!: (Ollie’s Core Values)
- BE A TEAM PLAYER- Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
- BE CARING- How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?
- BE VALUE OBSESSED- Live the “good stuff cheap” mindset.
- BE COMMITTED- Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
- BE GROWING- How do we get better every day?
- BE REAL- Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.
Ollie’s Associate Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage begins after 90 days of employment.
- 401K, generous company match with immediate vesting.
- Strong career growth & talent development culture.
- 20% Associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases.
- Vast array of voluntary benefits.
Position Overview:
The Front End Team Leader serves as a store keyholder and provides leadership for the successful operation of the entire front-end of store. The Front End Team Leader creates and leads a sales team that is passionate about selling merchandise and ensuring a good customer experience. Responsibilities include aspects of Associate development, customer service, asset protection and store maintenance.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Oversee front-end, entrance, and exterior standards while driving associate productivity, daily task assignment, and customer service standards.
- Assist with managing payroll budgets, expenses, store banking, shrink reduction, and related reporting to support financial and operational goals.
- Provide leadership with the Associates regarding all donation programs and Ollie’s Army sign-up and membership.
- Lead monthly safety meetings and ensure follow-up actions are completed.
- Assist with the hiring, development, supervision, and scheduling of store Associates to support staffing and performance goals.
- Support merchandising execution and ensure pricing updates are completed as required.
- Perform all Team Leader functions to open and close the store when needed and complete additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 1–2 years of supervisory experience with a mid- to large-size retailer.
- Schedule flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays on a regular basis.
- Positive attitude and team player who interacts well with customers and associates.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to push and pull up to 35 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
This pay represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. Pay ranges may be different in other locations. Actual associate pay will be based on work location, position, experience, skill level, qualifications, and other relevant factors. Associate will not be compensated below the minimum wage for the specific location where the individual has applied in accordance with city, county, and state requirements.
New Hire Starting Pay: $17.50 - $18.50
Ollie’s is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Join our team and live the Ollie-tude!: (Ollie’s Core Values)
- BE A TEAM PLAYER- Associates are expected to be supportive and work together.
- BE CARING- How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity, and respect?
- BE VALUE OBSESSED- Live the “good stuff cheap” mindset.
- BE COMMITTED- Operate with grit, passion, tenacity, and action.
- BE GROWING- How do we get better every day?
- BE REAL- Associates should be honest, transparent, genuine, trustworthy, and sincere.
Ollie’s Associate Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage begins after 90 days of employment.
- 401K, generous company match with immediate vesting.
- Strong career growth & talent development culture.
- 20% Associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases.
- Vast array of voluntary benefits.
Position Overview:
The Front End Team Leader serves as a store keyholder and provides leadership for the successful operation of the entire front-end of store. The Front End Team Leader creates and leads a sales team that is passionate about selling merchandise and ensuring a good customer experience. Responsibilities include aspects of Associate development, customer service, asset protection and store maintenance.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Oversee front-end, entrance, and exterior standards while driving associate productivity, daily task assignment, and customer service standards.
- Assist with managing payroll budgets, expenses, store banking, shrink reduction, and related reporting to support financial and operational goals.
- Provide leadership with the Associates regarding all donation programs and Ollie’s Army sign-up and membership.
- Lead monthly safety meetings and ensure follow-up actions are completed.
- Assist with the hiring, development, supervision, and scheduling of store Associates to support staffing and performance goals.
- Support merchandising execution and ensure pricing updates are completed as required.
- Perform all Team Leader functions to open and close the store when needed and complete additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 1–2 years of supervisory experience with a mid- to large-size retailer.
- Schedule flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays on a regular basis.
- Positive attitude and team player who interacts well with customers and associates.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to push and pull up to 35 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
This pay represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. Pay ranges may be different in other locations. Actual associate pay will be based on work location, position, experience, skill level, qualifications, and other relevant factors. Associate will not be compensated below the minimum wage for the specific location where the individual has applied in accordance with city, county, and state requirements.
New Hire Starting Pay: $17.50 - $18.50
Ollie’s is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Where Minnesota roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Team Leader Job Market in Minnesota
A snapshot from current Minnesota openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Target20
- Papa John's18
- American Eagle Outfitters11
- Tractor Supply4
- Young Life3
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in team leader jobs across Minnesota.
- Two or more years of experience leading a team in a relevant Minnesota industry
- Proven ability to set priorities, delegate tasks, and meet operational targets
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across shifts
- Proficiency with scheduling, inventory, or workforce management software
- Associate or bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a related field
- Demonstrated conflict resolution and performance coaching experience
Team Leader Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a team leader in Minnesota?
Most team leader roles in Minnesota are reached by first building hands-on experience in the relevant industry, then demonstrating reliability and leadership potential in a frontline role. No state-issued license is required for most team leader positions. Employers across retail, manufacturing, and healthcare in Minnesota typically promote internally or hire candidates with a combination of industry experience and an associate or bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a related discipline.
Which companies hire team leaders in Minnesota?
Companies currently hiring team leaders in Minnesota include Target, Papa John's, and American Eagle Outfitters, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Minnesota's large concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, including several based in the Twin Cities, means consistent team leader demand across retail, healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing sectors statewide.
Which Minnesota cities have the most team leader jobs?
Bloomington, Minneapolis, and Rochester have the most team leader openings in Minnesota. The Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro drives the majority of demand given its density of corporate headquarters, distribution centers, and hospital systems, while Rochester's concentration around Mayo Clinic and its affiliated operations sustains steady openings, and Duluth supports leadership roles in logistics, healthcare, and regional retail.
Are there remote team leader jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. About 38% of team leader openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most team leader roles require on-site presence to supervise staff and manage day-to-day operations. The subset most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements involves team leaders in customer service operations, software support, or administrative coordination rather than warehouse, retail, or clinical settings.
How can I get hired as a team leader in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is to take a frontline associate or technician role at a large Minnesota employer and pursue an internal promotion. Target, Allina Health, and Cargill each run internal leadership development programs that move high-performing frontline employees into lead and team leader roles. Completing a relevant associate degree at a Minnesota State college or earning a project management or supervisory certificate strengthens a promotion case significantly. Adjacent roles such as shift lead, key holder, or charge technician are common stepping stones.
Where can I find and apply to team leader jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to team leader jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No account creation is required to see the openings.
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