Project Manager, Home at Target

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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$71,000 – $128,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, Consumer GoodsIndustries

Requirements

Understanding of business objectives
Ability to establish optimal product and packaging approaches to meet guest expectations
Experience leading teams of Project Managers and Associate Project Managers (for Sr. level)
Management of larger departments and/or product categories (at level 6)
Ability to lead initiatives beyond normal responsibilities (at level 6)

Responsibilities

Drive all phases of Owned Brand product creation, from project kick-off through results analysis
Create and own Project Plan, State-Gate Approach, and End-to-End Timing & Action (T&A) to support integrated project and packaging creation process
Establish optimal approach for projects, product categories, and business partners to ensure efficiencies and meet guest needs, including R&D and out-of-cycle activities for all Owned Brand categories
Partner with project team and stakeholders to define project requirements, constraints, assumptions, deliverables, resources needed, and timelines
Outline project requirements and seek input from all functional areas
Ensure projects align with primary project calendar and deliver on business objectives, strategy, and goals
Coordinate all tasks outlined in the project plan from kick-off through results analysis
Identify opportunities for efficiencies in future projects using analytics, reporting, and hind-sighting to improve State-Gate and Project Plans
Establish a single source of truth T&A outlining owners, actions, and timing from project activation through results analysis evaluation
Oversee and track T&A activities, document changes to drive accountability, and apply learnings to future projects
Own project resource management activities and processes
Partner with key stakeholders to align resources

Skills

Project Management

Product Operations

Sourcing

Owned Brands Management

Retail Operations

Cross-functional Collaboration

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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