Merchandise and Food Expert

Position: Target Merchandise and Food Expert
The pay range per hour is $24.25 - $41.25 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family.

Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.

Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at ( . ALL ABOUT TARGET Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here. ( ALL ABOUT ASSETS PROTECTION Assets Protection ( AP ) teams function to keep our guests, team and brand secure and lead through crisis events.

They protect profitable sales by mitigating shortage risks, preventing theft and fraud to ensure product is available for our guest . They also b uild relationships inside and outside of Target , including store leaders and public safety officials, inclusive of law enforcement. At Target , we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career.

The role of an Assets Protection Specialist can provide you with the:
* Skills using surveillance and intelligence-led tactics to keep team members and guests safe and secure while aiding in the reduction of shortage
* Ability to use Targets video surveillance system to monitor guests and identify potential theft risks
* Ability to implement Targets Assets Protection practices and routines to reduce and prevent shortage
* Ability to pr operly and effectively document cases
* Experience identifying strategic resolutions of external theft and fraud, and apprehension As an Assets Protection Specialist , no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:
* Support total store sales , guest service and increase profitability by ensuring product is in stock and available to our guests by pre venting a nd resolving theft .
* Resolve theft by using good judgement and conducting apprehensions in shortage focus areas while strictly adhering to AP polic ies and procedures .
* Identify theft trends by leveraging technology, rep orting and surveillance tactics .
* Prevent theft by gathering intelligence and communicating important issues .
* Understand and appropriately use video system s to monitor theft activity .
* Respond to security incidents and s ubmit appropriate documentation for all incid ents following AP policy and procedures .
* Promote a physical security and safety culture for our team members and guests by creating awareness and training safe and secure st andards throughout the building .
* Demonstrate inclusivity by valuing diverse voices and approaches, being authentic and respectful, and creating equitable experiences
* Work in a safe manner at all times ; comply with all safety policies , best practices , and training; report hazards and correct where possible .
* Maintain positive work relationships with public safety officials and law enforcement .
* Participate in legal proceedings as necessary to represent Targets interests.
* All other duties based on business needs WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR This m ay be the right job for you if:
* You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests that shop our store and fellow team members you work with .
* You thrive in a fast-moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key to success.
* You are open to working a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and other peak shopping times). The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be an Assets Protection Specialist . But , there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:
* Must be at least 18 years of age or older
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Meet any state or local licensure and/or other legal requi rements related to the position
* Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members
* Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed
* Effective communication skills
* Work both independently and with a team
* Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
* Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established time frames We are…