Director Merch 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

RetailIndustries

Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing, highly interactive environment interfacing with senior executives and throughout the organization to accelerate work that matters most
High personal accountability and comfort with ambiguity
Exceptional communication skills—active listening, written, and verbal
Able to synthesize broad inputs and quickly connect dots to communicate the most critical points in a clear, simple, and actionable way
Trusted partner, ability to take in a lot of information, work in confidence

Responsibilities

Create omni-channel growth by planning profitable and locally relevant assortments, using a deep understanding of guest shopping behavior, assortment, and innovation
Lead with a strong grasp of the competitive landscape and develop guest-led strategies that translate into clear, actionable plans
Influence and negotiate with vendors to achieve results and identify gaps and opportunities
Demonstrate flexibility in responding to business results and translate financial metrics and data into actionable strategies
Lead cross-functional teams to drive category results while managing progress toward sales and margin goals
Build partnerships with vendors/growers, buyers, category managers, and roundtable partners to guide product development and ensure sourcing aligns with category growth
Lead a talented group of Buyers, Associate Buyers, and Senior Merchandise Specialists—guiding them to translate strategy into action, optimize sales and margin performance, and strengthen vendor partnerships
Collaborate closely with the Pricing and Promotion Center of Excellence, Planning, Site Merchandising, the Item Center of Excellence, and other expert partners to support promotional planning across channels

Skills

Merchandising

Retail Strategy

Guest Insights

Marketing

Brand Management

Team Leadership

Market Analysis

Promotional Marketing

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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