Executive Team Leader GM Sales (Assistant Manager General Merchandise)

Target • Olathe, KS

2d • $64,000 - $128,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The General Merchandise Sales Executive Team Leader leads General Merchandise operations and sales, managing a team responsible for inbound and outbound processes, replenishment, inventory accuracy, presentation, pricing, promotional signing and, where applicable, fulfillment. The role drives total-store sales and profitability while ensuring products are set, in stock, accurately priced and signed, and that fulfillment orders are completed accurately and on time. The leader builds a guest-first culture, plans staffing and workload, develops Team Leaders and team members, and ensures operational, safety and compliance standards are met. The position requires a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays, and regular attendance.

Requirements

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong business acumen.
• Comfort dealing with ambiguity.
• Ability to manage conflict, lead and hold others accountable.
• Ability to relate well to and interact with all levels of the organization.
• Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision-making, and financial and quantitative analysis.
• Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
• Ability to access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
• Ability to interpret instructions, reports and information.
• Ability to scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to accurately handle cash register operations.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders.
• Flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays, and regular attendance.

Responsibilities

• Drive total-store sales and understand how departments and team performance contribute to profitability.
• Manage the team executing inbound, outbound, replenishment, inventory accuracy, presentation, pricing and promotional signing processes across General Merchandise areas.
• Lead operations teams focused on efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead pick, pack and ship fulfillment work when applicable, ensuring orders are fulfilled accurately and on time.
• Create a guest-first culture and lead the team to deliver on the guest experience and store sales goals.
• Develop strategies and use workload planning tools to complete scheduled work and keep the store guest-ready.
• Create scheduling plans with Team Leaders based on business workload and guest traffic.
• Conduct regular check-ins to ensure tasks and workload are completed.
• Manage General Merchandise backroom and sales floor areas; review reports, identify gaps and develop plans to resolve them.
• Oversee Team Leaders' workload planning for transitions, revisions and sales plans.
• Assess competitors and use guest insights and feedback to drive the business.
• Plan, manage and follow up on organizational and operational change.
• Anticipate and identify changes in store trends.
• Develop and coach Team Leaders to improve team skills and expertise.
• Establish accountability through clear expectations and performance management.
• Anticipate staffing needs, plan talent and recruit for both long- and short-term needs.
• Model ethical conduct, safety and compliance, and hold the team accountable to these standards.
• As a key carrier, follow safe and secure training and processes.
• Address store needs, including emergencies and regulatory visits.
• Perform other duties based on business needs.

Benefits

• Eligible team members and dependents may receive comprehensive health benefits, which may include medical, vision, dental and life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee discount.
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• Financial, education and well-being benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager