About The Position

The Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales (Assistant Manager Merchandising and Service) role at Target focuses on leading teams in Apparel & Accessories (A&A), Beauty, and Electronics. This position involves driving sales, prioritizing guest experience, and ensuring product availability through effective merchandising and sales floor management. The role offers opportunities for team members to build and develop skills for a career in retail, gaining knowledge in guest service, retail business fundamentals, inventory management, and sales strategies. The team works in a fast-paced environment, requiring adaptability and a focus on creating an inspiring and rewarding shopping experience for guests.

Requirements

  • 4 year degree or equivalent experience
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong business acumen
  • Comfortable dealing with ambiguity
  • Manage conflict, lead and hold others accountable
  • Relate well with and interact with all levels of the organization
  • Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial and quantitative analysis
  • Learn and adapt to current technology needs
  • 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
  • Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular attendance necessary

Responsibilities

  • Drive total store sales and understand departmental impact on profitability.
  • Create a guest-obsessed culture and lead the team to prioritize guest experience and sales goals.
  • Create schedules and make adjustments 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 consultants knowledgeable about Apparel and Accessories, Beauty, and Electronics.
  • Lead backroom processes, organization, layout, and replenishment of the sales floor.
  • Deliver inspiring visual merchandising in relevant departments.
  • 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 team members.
  • Develop and coach team members and Team Leaders to elevate their skills.
  • Lead team onboarding, learning, and address product knowledge and skill gaps.
  • Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management.
  • Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guest needs.
  • Demonstrate 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
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