General Merchandise Team Leader at Target

Springfield, Missouri, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

RetailIndustries

Requirements

Guest service fundamentals and experience building a guest first culture
Retail business fundamentals including department sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns, pricing, and promotions strategies
Skills in leading a team by planning department daily/weekly workload to support business priorities, deliver sales goals, drive process improvements, and enhance workload efficiency
Skills in leading hourly team members, including interviewing, developing, coaching, evaluating, and retaining talent
Ability to coach and train hourly team members

Responsibilities

Execute daily/weekly workload to deliver on department and store sales goals and guest engagement, including merchandising, pricing, setting and updating merchandise salesfloor displays, sampling, promotions, and price changes
Educate team on operational procedures such as setting up and organizing merchandise, managing product stock levels, and maintaining sales floor areas, and how they affect inventory management, store profitability, and product availability
Assess reporting to identify gaps in GM processes and assist in developing a plan to resolve, for direct leader review and approval
Serve as an expert in operations, accuracy, process, and efficiency
With direct leader’s guidance, assist with and lead daily execution of tasks such as receiving products, restocking shelves, organizing the backroom, arranging merchandise, and putting up promotional signs for GM areas
With direct leader’s guidance, assist and lead processes in inventory accuracy, merchandise set-up and maintenance, and pricing
Lead inbound, outbound, replenishment, and promotional signing processes for General Merchandise areas
Lead inventory accuracy, merchandise set-up, and pricing processes for all areas of the store
Lead pick, pack, and ship fulfillment work
May lead Food & Beverage and Food Service areas, providing a fresh and food safe experience

Skills

Merchandising

Inventory Management

Replenishment

Pricing

Promotional Signing

Fulfillment

Inbound Processes

Outbound Processes

Team Leadership

Retail Operations

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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