Executive Team Leader GM & Grocery (Assistant Manager General Merchandise and Grocery) - Grand Island, NE

Target•Grand Island, NE

4d•$64,000 - $128,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Team Leader GM & Grocery (Assistant Manager General Merchandise and Grocery) role at Target focuses on enabling a consistent guest experience by ensuring product availability, accuracy in pricing and signing, and efficient operations within the Food & Beverage and General Merchandise departments. This position involves leading a team to achieve sales goals, maintain high standards of guest service, and manage inventory and operational processes. The role provides opportunities for team members to develop skills in guest service, business management, and leadership within a dynamic retail environment.

Requirements

4 year degree or equivalent experience
Strong interest and knowledge of the food and beverage business
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong business acumen
Comfortable dealing with ambiguity
Ability to manage conflict, lead, and hold others accountable
Ability to relate well with and interact with all levels of the organization
Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial and quantitative analysis
Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs
Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues
Interpret instructions, reports and information
Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds
Accurately handle cash register operations
Climb up and down ladders
Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular attendance necessary

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of guest service fundamentals and experience building and managing a guest first culture on your team
Knowledge of Food & Beverage business fundamentals: department sales trends, freshness and quality, inventory management, guest shopping patterns and pricing and promotions strategies
Experience in setting and planning department(s) monthly/quarterly workload to support business priorities and managing a team to deliver on sales goals
Knowledge of the competition; leveraging insights to drive business objectives
Experience managing a team of hourly team members and leaders; creating business specific strategies and goals
Skills in recruiting, selecting and talent management of hourly team members and leaders

Responsibilities

Drive total store sales and understand the impact of departments and team on overall profitability.
Model guest service standards and lead the team to ensure a fresh, full, and food-safe area.
Drive a culture centered in food safety, including training, validation, and coaching on standards and cleaning routines.
Create a guest-obsessed culture that prioritizes guest experience and store sales goals.
Lead an efficient operation to support the sales culture.
Develop strategies and utilize workload planning tools to manage scheduled tasks and ensure guest readiness.
Own the scheduling plan in partnership with Team Leaders, considering business workload and guest traffic.
Manage Food & Beverage backroom and sales floor areas, assessing priorities and identifying business gaps.
Oversee Food & Beverage Team Leaders' workload planning, including transitions, revisions, sales plans, sampling, and promotions.
Build relationships with direct to store vendors and oversee Team Leaders' management of vendor performance.
Validate, audit, and maintain food in-stocks and follow up on Team Leaders' execution of business plans.
Assess the competition and leverage guest insights to drive business and become the destination of choice.
Work a schedule that aligns with guest and business needs, including early mornings, evenings, overnights, and weekends.
Manage the team to uphold Starbucks and Pizza Hut Brand Standards (where applicable).
Foster a productive relationship with the Starbucks District Manager and follow up on key takeaways.
Plan, lead, and follow up on organizational and operational changes.
Anticipate and identify changes in unique store trends.
Actively develop, coach, and train the team, anticipating staffing needs and planning for talent acquisition.
Develop and coach the team to elevate their skills and expertise.
Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management.
Become a subject matter expert in federal, state, and local adult beverage laws and protect the store's liquor license (if applicable).
Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guest needs.
Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, and hold the team accountable.
As a key carrier, follow all safe and secure training and processes.
Address store needs, including emergencies and regulatory visits.
Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.