Director Merch Buying- Home Care at Target

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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$131,000 – $236,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, Consumer GoodsIndustries

Requirements

8+ years of Merchandising experience
Strong strategic and analytical skills, with a track record of leveraging insights to build resilient growth plans
Exceptional collaboration skills to partner with cross-functional teams and vendors of all sizes
Experience with pyramid or enterprise level leadership, including complex CFT management
Flexibility, resiliency and nimbleness; comfortable working in “grey areas” that are constantly changing
Leadership experience, commitment to developing high-performing and inclusive teams
Merchandising Depth: Depth of core merchandising experience to quickly drive impact and develop next generation of merchandising leaders
Frequency Experience: Frequency experience and/or deep understanding of nuances of high-turning essential categories

Responsibilities

Create omni-channel growth by planning profitable and locally relevant assortments using grasp of guest shopping behavior, assortment requirements and competitors
Influence and negotiate with vendors to achieve results and identify gaps and opportunities
Translate financial metrics and data into actionable strategies
Lead cross-functional teams to drive category results while managing progress toward sales and margin goals
Partner with product designers and/or category managers and vendors to guide product development and source appropriately for the category
Lead Associate Buyers and Senior Merchandise Specialists (2 L5 buyers, 1 L4 AB, 1 L2 SMS)
Interact with Pricing and Promotion Center of Excellence, Planning, Site Merchandising, Item Center of Excellence and other expert partners in support of promotional planning across channels
Key division and pyramid captainships responsibilities
Final buying responsibilities to be determined; portfolio includes established national brands, differentiated emerging brands, and strong owned brand

Skills

Merchandising

Vendor Negotiation

Assortment Planning

Omni-Channel Strategy

Market Analysis

Financial Metrics

Cross-Functional Leadership

SKU Management

Competitor Analysis

Guest Behavior Analysis

Product Mix Optimization

Brand Management

Target

Retailer offering diverse consumer goods

About Target

Target Corporation is a retail company that offers a wide range of products, including clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries, through nearly 2,000 stores and an online platform. Its "Design For All" philosophy allows it to provide high-quality, affordable products that cater to diverse customer needs. Target differentiates itself from competitors with its owned brands and the Target Circle loyalty program, which enhances customer engagement. The company's goal is to support sustainability and community initiatives by giving back 5% of its profits to local communities.

Minneapolis, MinnesotaHeadquarters

2005Year Founded

N/ACompany Stage

Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Risks

Increased competition from online-only retailers like Amazon threatens Target's market share.

Rising labor costs due to new minimum wage laws could impact profit margins.

Supply chain vulnerabilities from geopolitical tensions may affect inventory and pricing strategies.

Differentiation

Target's 'Design For All' philosophy offers unique, high-quality products at affordable prices.

The Target Circle loyalty program enhances customer engagement and shopping experience.

Target's commitment to sustainability and community support sets it apart from competitors.

Upsides

Experiential retail and 'retailtainment' strategies can boost customer engagement and foot traffic.

Augmented reality integration offers immersive shopping experiences showcasing Target's unique designs.

Omnichannel retail strategies enhance customer experience by integrating online and offline shopping.

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