Head of Corporate Strategy
UpworkSalary not specified
Full Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
$131,000 – $236,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Consumer GoodsIndustries
Requirements
- Strong problem-solving skills for ambiguous issues
- Business acumen and strategy development expertise
- Analytical skills and financial acumen
- Storytelling abilities for articulating plans and analyses
- Experience in margin and opportunity analysis
- Ability to define and drive strategic agendas
- Skills in creating and implementing processes and best practices
- Capability to drive new capabilities and tools
- Facilitation of cross-functional meetings and new ways of working
- Strategic advisory experience for senior leaders (e.g., VP of Sourcing)
- Partnership-building across enterprise functions (Merchandising, Planning, Finance, Operations)
Responsibilities
- Support business and strategic efforts across product operations, sourcing, manufacturing, and design
- Define and drive the strategic agenda for the Western Hemisphere Sourcing & Development team, ensuring connectivity to Merchandising and Enterprise Plans
- Lead development and articulation of Western Hemisphere short-term and long-term plans
- Support margin and opportunity analysis to advance strategies
- Engage in creative and structured problem-solving for ambiguous issues
- Partner and collaborate across the enterprise to influence process and capability changes for Western Hemisphere priorities
- Act as primary strategic thought partner and advisor for Western Hemisphere Close to Vendor leaders, including the VP of Sourcing
- Collaborate with pyramid leaders and build partnerships across Merchandising, Planning, Finance, and Operations for strategic implementation
- Work with business champions to drive cross-Pyramid initiatives
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the pay range for the Director, Western Hemisphere Strategy role?
The pay range is $131,000.00 - $236,000.00. Pay is based on several factors including labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.
What benefits does Target offer for this position?
Target offers comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.
Is this a remote position or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What key skills are needed for the Director, Western Hemisphere Strategy role?
The role requires strengths in problem solving, business acumen, and strategy development, along with the ability to define and drive strategic agendas, implement processes and best practices, and facilitate cross-functional collaboration.
What is the company culture like at Target?
Target prioritizes relationships, fuels and develops talent through growth opportunities, and succeeds as one team. They care for communities, invest in team members, and focus on purpose-driven work to bring joy to guests.
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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