Executive Team Leader GM Sales (Assistant Manager General Merchandise)

Target • Olathe, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Team Leader GM Sales leads General Merchandise operations and sales at a Target store. The role oversees teams responsible for inbound and outbound processes, replenishment, inventory accuracy, presentation, pricing, promotional signing, and—where applicable—pick, pack, and ship fulfillment. The leader drives store sales and profitability, builds a guest-first culture, plans and monitors workload and schedules, and develops Team Leaders and hourly team members. The position also requires maintaining a safe, compliant, and secure store environment and responding to store needs.

Requirements

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong business acumen.
• Comfort 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 safely and efficiently, including frequently lifting or moving items up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to accurately handle cash register operations.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders.
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and regular attendance.

Responsibilities

• Drive total store sales and understand how GM departments and teams contribute to sales growth and store profitability.
• Manage teams executing inbound, outbound, replenishment, inventory accuracy, presentation, pricing, and promotional signing processes for GM areas.
• Lead operations teams focused on accuracy and efficiency.
• Lead pick, pack, and ship fulfillment work where applicable, ensuring orders are accurate, efficient, and delivered by promised times.
• Build a guest-focused culture and guide the team to prioritize guest experience and meet sales goals.
• Plan and use workload tools to complete scheduled work and keep the store guest-ready.
• Create scheduling plans with Team Leaders based on workload and guest traffic.
• Conduct regular check-ins to ensure tasks and workload are completed.
• Manage GM backroom and sales floor areas, review reporting, identify gaps, and develop plans to resolve them.
• Oversee Team Leaders' workload planning for transitions, revisions, and sales plans across GM areas.
• Assess competitors and use guest insights and feedback to support business objectives and make the store a preferred destination.
• Plan, manage, and follow up on organizational and operational changes; anticipate and identify changes in store trends.
• Develop and coach Team Leaders to improve team skills and expertise.
• Set clear expectations and use performance management to establish accountability.
• Anticipate staffing needs, plan talent, and recruit for both short- and long-term needs.
• Model ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, and hold the team accountable for 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 medical, vision, dental, and life insurance, among other comprehensive health benefits.
• 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