Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales (Assistant Manager Merchandising and Service)- Rapid City, SD

Target • Rapid City, SD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales is responsible for leading teams in Apparel & Accessories (A&A), Beauty, and Electronics. This role focuses on driving sales, prioritizing guest experience, and ensuring product availability through effective merchandising and sales floor management. The position offers opportunities for skill development in guest service, retail business fundamentals, inventory management, and team leadership.

Requirements

• 4 year degree or equivalent experience
• 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 15 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds
• Accurately handle cash register operations
• Climb up and down ladders

Nice To Haves

• Experience building and managing a guest-first culture on your team
• Knowledge of retail business fundamentals including: department sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns, pricing and promotions strategies
• Experience setting and planning department(s) monthly/quarterly workload to support business priorities and managing a team to deliver on sales goals
• Ability to manage multiple specialty businesses and balance team member expertise in each area to effectively manage teams in each department
• Knowledge of competitors and ability to leverage insights that drive business objectives in each specialty department
• Experience managing a team of hourly team members and leaders and 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 specialty departments on overall profitability.
• Create and lead a guest-obsessed culture, prioritizing guest experience and sales goals.
• Create and adjust schedules based on guest traffic and business needs.
• Manage merchandising and pricing workload, including transitions, revisions, sales plans, sampling, and promotions.
• Assess competition and leverage guest insights to drive business objectives.
• Work a schedule that aligns with guest and business needs, including early mornings, evenings, overnights, and weekends.
• Build and manage a team of knowledgeable and passionate consultants for Apparel and Accessories, Beauty, and Electronics.
• Utilize selling training techniques to manage and develop the sales force.
• Lead backroom processes, organization, layout, and replenishment for A&A, Beauty, and Electronics.
• Ensure product is available for guests on the sales floor.
• Lead the team to create inspiring visual merchandising moments in relevant areas.
• 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 and identify changes in store trends.
• Anticipate staffing needs, develop talent plans, and recruit for both short and long-term needs.
• Develop and coach team members and Team Leaders to enhance their skills and expertise.
• Lead team onboarding, learning, and address product knowledge and skill gaps through development and coaching.
• Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management.
• Provide excellent guest service and shopping experiences.
• Demonstrate and lead a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
• Address store needs, including emergencies and regulatory visits.
• Follow all safe and secure training and processes as a key carrier.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree