Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales (Assistant Manager Merchandising & Service ) - T1929 South Plainfield NJ

Target • South Plainfield, NJ

91d • $60,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales (Assistant Manager Merchandising & Service) at Target is responsible for driving total store sales and creating a guest-obsessed culture. This role involves managing a team of specialized consultants in departments such as Apparel & Accessories, Beauty, and Electronics, ensuring that product is available and easy to shop. The position requires knowledge of retail business fundamentals, including sales trends, inventory management, and guest shopping patterns. The Executive Team Leader will also be responsible for creating schedules, managing merchandising and pricing workload, and developing team members through coaching and training.

Requirements

• 4 year degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong business acumen.
• Comfortable dealing with ambiguity.
• Ability to manage conflict and hold others accountable.
• Ability to relate well with all levels of the organization.
• Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis and decision making.
• Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Drive total store sales and understand the role in sales growth.
• Create a guest-obsessed culture and lead the team to prioritize guest experience.
• Create schedules and adjust as needed to align with guest traffic and business needs.
• Manage team to effectively plan merchandising and pricing workload.
• Know and assess competition and leverage guest insights to drive business.
• Work a flexible schedule that aligns with guest and business needs.
• Build a knowledgeable and passionate team in Apparel and Accessories, Beauty, and Electronics.
• Manage and develop a sales force using selling training techniques.
• Lead backroom processes, organization, layout, and replenishment of the sales floor.
• Ensure fitting rooms are welcoming and used as an extension of the sales floor.
• Plan, lead, and follow-up on organizational and operational changes.
• Anticipate staffing needs and recruit talent.
• Develop and coach team members to elevate their skills.
• Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations.
• Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guest needs.
• Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee discount.
• Short term and long term disability.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: General Merchandise Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree