Manager, Network Infrastructure, Target

Target Specialty Products•Nashville, TN

About The Position

This role is responsible for the design, optimization, and performance of infrastructure systems across our North American operations network. This role drives infrastructure initiatives that improve throughput, reduce cost per unit, and support scalable growth across a multi-site distribution environment. The position partners closely with operations and real estate leadership to translate business demand into infrastructure design, ensuring facilities are aligned with capacity requirements and operate efficiently, safely, and consistently across the network.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
5+ years of progressive experience in facilities management, infrastructure programs or capital project leadership within multi site operations
Knowledge offacility layout design, material flow, capacity planning, or distribution network optimization
Critical thinking and problem solving
Vendor relationship management
Proven experience leading capital projects, infrastructure upgrades, and multi-site initiatives with measurable operational impact
Collaboration skills across multiple departments

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) or equivalent certification with demonstrated application in process optimization, capacity improvement, or cost reduction preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead network-wide infrastructure initiatives that improve throughput, capacity, and operational performance across the distribution network
Execute infrastructure initiatives that increase productivity, reduce cost per unit (CPP), and enable scalable growth
Develop and manage multi-year capital strategies aligned to capacity requirements, growth forecasts, and operational performance targets
Own capital investment execution across the network, prioritizing projects based on ROI, throughput impact, and capacity constraints; ensure delivery on time and within budget
Design and optimize facility layouts, storage configurations, and material flow to improve efficiency, safety, and throughput
Analyze volume trends, capacity constraints, and operational demand to align labor, space, and infrastructure with network needs.
Partner with real estate and operations leadership on site selection, expansions, and infrastructure modifications to support growth and scalability
Align facility infrastructure with standardized SOPs, ensuring consistency in storage, flow, and equipment placement across sites
Establish and oversee programs that improve infrastructure reliability, reduce downtime, and support consistent operational performance
Lead national vendor programs and service strategies to support infrastructure performance, cost efficiency, and service quality
Identify and mitigate risks impacting operations while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
Manage asset lifecycle strategies and long-term infrastructure planning for facility systems and equipment across the network
Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency and manage utility consumption and cost across facilities
Partner with operations, safety, engineering, and real estate teams to ensure infrastructure supports network performance and long-term growth

Benefits

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period!
Professional and Personal Growth
Multiple avenues to grow your career
Training and development programs available
Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
Health and Wellness
Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
Savings and Retirement
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
Work-Life Balance
Vacation days & sick days
Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility