General Merchandise Team Leader

Target • Cincinnati, OH

389d • $45,240 - $76,960

About The Position

The General Merchandise Team Leader at Target is responsible for leading the General Merchandise and Food Sales team to ensure a consistent and efficient shopping experience for guests. This role involves overseeing operations, managing inventory, and executing sales strategies while fostering a guest-first culture. The Team Leader will also focus on team development, process improvements, and maintaining high standards of service and safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Age 18 or older.
• Previous retail experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to lead and hold others accountable.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Previous retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a service culture that prioritizes the guest service experience.
• Execute daily/weekly workload to deliver on department and store sales goals and guest engagement.
• Help lead the understanding of operational procedures and their impact on profitability and inventory accuracy.
• Empower the team to create a consistent experience for guests and assess reporting to identify gaps in processes.
• Assist with execution of processes in inbound, outbound, replenishment, and pricing for select GM areas of the store.
• Work with Closing teams to identify key priorities and ensure the store is guest ready.
• Create a scheduling plan based on monthly and weekly business workload and guest traffic.
• Evaluate candidates for open positions and develop a guest-centric team.
• Establish clear goals and expectations and hold team members accountable.
• Lead and coach the team to ensure accuracy and efficiency in all GM processes.
• Work a schedule that aligns to guest and business needs, including early morning, evening, overnight shifts, and weekends.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development and modeling inclusive behaviors.
• Create a safety advocacy culture by identifying and correcting hazards.
• Support guest services such as back-up cashier and digital fulfillment processes.

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: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees