Sr. Analyst, PIM Ops - Seasonal Investments (Hybrid)

Target • Minneapolis, MN

4d • $73,000 - $132,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

A role in Planning means being in charge of the financials and forecasting for one of Target’s businesses. Here, you’ll conduct comparative analysis of holiday or other seasonal performance reports and provide the insights that inform the Inventory team’s work to ensure that product supports projected sales. Acting as the hub between Merchandising and Supply Chain, you will create a financial link between these two essential groups and have a voice in some of the most important decisions from a financial strategy standpoint. In this role, you will be the primary Principal in leading the coordination of the transformation of both our financial metrics and business management/forecast processes for the Planning Organization. In close partnership with Merch Finance, Merch Capabilities and the Merch Roundtable, you will take on the key coordination of developing a program plan for the simplification of existing Forecast routines and establishing the program and learning plan for the successful transition from Retail to Cost Accounting. As a Senior Analyst in PIM Ops for Seasonal Investments, you’ll support enterprise-wide seasonal investment planning and decision-making across key retail events, including Seasonal Collective, Q4, Back to School, Back to College, Valentine’s Day, Halloween and Easter. This role partners closely with the PIM Ops Seasonal Investment Lead to drive analytical insights, investment modeling, reporting, and process execution that inform strategic investment decisions impacting billions in sales.

Requirements

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience in Target Supply Chain or Merchandising roles
• Working understanding of Target Inventory Management replenishment systems
• Excellent analytical ability
• Strong project management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Curiosity with a desire to learn and innovate
• Self-starter with ability to work independently to prioritize and take action
• Flexibility & resiliency; comfortable working in ‘grey areas’ that are constantly changing
• Demonstrated ability to manage tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain investment grids, financial models, and planning tools used to evaluate seasonal investment opportunities.
• Analyze sales, margin, inventory, and guest metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Support end-to-end seasonal investment processes, including data collection, validation, reporting, and leadership review preparation.
• Create executive-ready analyses and presentations that support investment recommendations and business decisions.
• Partner with Merchandise Planning, Planning Operations, Finance, Inventory Management, and Technology teams to align inputs and drive actionable outcomes.
• Partner with global teams and technology partners to support reporting enhancements and process optimization efforts.
• Maintain and enhance reporting solutions, including Excel- and Domo-based tools and dashboards.
• Conduct post-season performance reviews and provide insights to improve future investment strategies.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve reporting, and increase analytical rigor.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more
• 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: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree