Warehouse Team Lead - 1st Shift at Varsity Brands in Bartlett, TN

VARSITY SPIRIT, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE DRIVING FORCE IN SPIRIT ACROSS CHEER, DANCE, BAND AND YEARBOOK

For over 50 years, Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit, including cheerleading, dance team, performing arts and yearbook. Focused on safety, entertainment and traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit’s 5,000+ employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation, educational camps, clinics, competitions, and yearbook, Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

At Varsity Spirit, the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago, we have been – and remain – steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants’ physical, emotional, and social development, and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs, events, and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions, allegations, and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements. Learn more at Our Commitment to Safety - Varsity.com.

LOCATION DETAILS Onsite - 3131 Appling Rd , Bartlett , TN 38133

WORK HOURS Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 4:30PM

Description:
As a member of the Warehouse Operations team, the Team Lead supports daily execution by removing operational roadblocks, reinforcing standard work, and helping the team meet performance targets across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Productivity.  This role partners closely with Supervisors and Managers and serves as a point of guidance and support for hourly team members.  The Team Lead primarily supports the Spirit Shop operation, which is RF-driven and deadline-sensitive, with cross-training opportunities to support the Fashion operation as business needs evolve.

Responsibilities:
•    Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive work environment aligned with Lean and continuous improvement principles
•    Support daily execution by communicating priorities, monitoring workflow, and responding tactically to operational needs, including labor shifting and task prioritization, as directed by leadership
•    Reinforce departmental SOPs and utilize RF systems and operational tools to support real-time execution and issue resolution
•    Partner with Supervisors to support training needs, address minor team issues, and escalate larger concerns as appropriate
•    Navigate web-based platforms, including Monday.com, to review tasks, updates, and operational commitments
•    Support Spirit Shop logistics requirements, including awareness of service delivery timelines, event deadlines, and transit considerations
•    Encourage continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and soliciting team feedback
•    Support peak operational periods, including Events (December–January) and Camp season (mid-year), with flexibility for overtime as required
•    Cross-train to support the Fashion operation as needed once established in Spirit Shop workflows
 

Requirements:
•    Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead through influence and example
•    Ability to understand department metrics and how daily actions impact performance
•    Comfortable working in a fast-paced, RF-driven warehouse environment
•    Proficient with basic computer applications and web-based tools (Microsoft Office, Excel, Monday.com, internet navigation)
•    Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work varying shifts, including overtime during peak seasons

Knowledge / Experience / Education:
•    High school diploma or GED required
•    2-3 years of experience in a warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environment preferred
•    Prior experience in a lead, senior associate, or informal leadership role preferred
•    Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Physical Requirements:
•    Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 10+ hours per day) 
•    Ability to lift 15-50 lbs. regularly from floor to waist level 
•    Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and body on a regular basis
•    Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment
 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.

JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT

At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.

OUR VALUES

Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.

Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.

Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.

Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.

Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.

Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.

OUR BENEFITS

We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
• Wellbeing Program
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Varsity Brands Ownership Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.