Director Strategy & Ops Food & Beverage (Chief of Staff) 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, Food & BeverageIndustries

Requirements

(Not explicitly listed; inferred as experience advising senior executives, strategic planning, merchandising, and cross-functional leadership in retail/F&B based on role context)

Responsibilities

Serve as a key advisor and execution partner to the SVP, driving alignment across senior leaders and ensuring clear connection to enterprise priorities
Shape and operationalize growth planning in partnership with the F&B Strategy and Merchandising leadership teams, balancing enterprise objectives with Food’s unique seasonal cadence and category complexity
Advance F&B merchandising authority, helping to lead assortment evolution across Food & Beverage with an emphasis on newness, trend, and innovation
Represent Food & Beverage priorities across the enterprise — driving clarity on how Food enables Target’s growth, store experience, and guest engagement strategies
Establish and manage a reliable operating rhythm across the pyramid, ensuring clarity, accountability, and progress on top initiatives
Lead strategic planning, quarterly business reviews, and key enterprise engagement moments, providing visibility and focus on priorities that move the business forward
Anticipate issues and create proactive solutions, ensuring decisions are informed by data, context, and cross-functional perspectives
Serve as a thought leader in F&B store experience, influencing investments and coordination through remodels, new stores, and future prototype concept work
Represent Food & Beverage in enterprise conversations related to company space, partnering with Store Design, Properties, and Operations to ensure F&B’s footprint drives enterprise growth and guest connection
Partner with enterprise teams to prioritize and sequence refrigeration, layout, and capital investment decisions that enhance the overall store experience
Act as a connector between Food & Beverage and enterprise partners, particularly Store Operations, Properties, Supply Chain, and Marketing
Collaborate with enterprise leaders to position Food as a key growth and storytelling engine — driving guest connection through seasonal experiences and store innovation
Work across functions to represent the F&B business in enterprise planning

Skills

Strategic Planning

Business Operations

Leadership

Merchandising

Go-to-Market

Enterprise Coordination

Growth Strategy

Prioritization

Execution

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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