Fulfillment Operations Team Leader - Mankato, MN at Target

Mankato, Minnesota, United States

Target Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience building a guest-first culture and guest service fundamentals
  • Knowledge of retail business fundamentals (department sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns, pricing and promotions strategies)
  • Skills in leading a team of hourly team members, including interviewing, developing, coaching, evaluating, and retaining talent
  • Ability to plan department daily/weekly workload to support business priorities and deliver sales goals
  • Expertise in operations, process improvements, workload efficiency, accuracy, and efficiency
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule aligning to guest and business needs (early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays)
  • If applicable, ability to act as a key carrier following safe and secure training and processes
  • Commitment to inclusivity, valuing diverse voices, being authentic and respectful, and creating equitable experiences
  • Demonstration of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate a service culture prioritizing guest service experience; model, train, and coach expectations to deliver service standards
  • Lead team and drive fulfillment goals; understand role in supporting sales growth and store profitability
  • Utilize workload planning tools to ensure team completes scheduled workload and fulfills orders to meet delivery and service standards
  • Review fulfillment reporting to identify gaps and develop resolution plans
  • With direction from leader, create daily plans for the team
  • Enable efficient delivery by leading pickup and ship-from-store workload
  • Evaluate and recommend candidates for open positions; develop a guest-centric team and support leader in onboarding
  • Establish clear goals around quality, accuracy, and timeliness; hold team members accountable and close training gaps through coaching
  • Ensure supplies are ordered timely and stocked; partner with leader for ordering
  • Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; lead team accordingly

Skills

Guest Service
Inventory Management
Retail Operations
Fulfillment
Order Picking
Packing
Shipping
Workload Planning
Sales Trends
Pricing Strategies

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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