General Merchandise Team Leader

Overview

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General Merchandise Team Leader. The pay range per hour is $25.00 - $42.50. Pay is based on several factors including labor markets, education, work experience and certifications. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, as well as 401(k), employee discount, disability, paid leave, holidays, and vacation.

Benefits details can be found at the Target careers benefits page.

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• Execute daily/weekly workload to deliver department and store sales goals and guest engagement, including merchandising, pricing, setting and updating merchandise salesfloor displays, sampling, promotions and price changes.
• Educate your team on how operational procedures affect inventory management, store profitability, and product availability.
• Help assess reporting to identify gaps in GM processes and develop plans for improvement for review and approval by your direct leader.
• Act as an expert of operations, accuracy, process and efficiency.
• Lead daily execution of tasks such as receiving products, restocking shelves, organizing the backroom, arranging merchandise, and putting up promotional signs for GM areas (with guidance from your leader).
• Assist with inventory accuracy, merchandise set-up and maintenance, and pricing for all store areas (with guidance).
• Assign daily tasks to team members based on workload and guest traffic patterns, aligning with leadership priorities.
• Help establish clear goals and expectations and hold team members accountable (with guidance).
• Lead pick, pack and ship fulfillment work when applicable, and assess fulfillment reporting to identify gaps and develop plans.
• Collaborate with all teams and leaders to identify priorities and ensure the store is guest-ready in alignment with leadership direction.
• Stay informed about trends and products to educate team members using internal communications tools.
• Evaluate candidates for open positions and develop a guest-centric team; support onboarding and learning, coaching, and development.
• Work a schedule that aligns with guest and business needs (including early morning, evening, overnight shifts and weekends).
• Support guest services such as back-up cashier and digital fulfillment while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local adult beverage laws.
• Demonstrate inclusivity and ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; lead by example in safety and security practices.
• Model a safety culture by recognizing safe behaviors, addressing hazards, and ensuring timely reporting and investigation of injuries.
• Model the execution of physical security processes to enhance in-store security.
• Support merchandise protection strategies across the total store, including ordering, storage and application as directed by best practices.

• You enjoy interacting and helping others, including guests and fellow team members.
• You thrive in a fast-moving, physically demanding role where teamwork, flexibility and problem solving are key.
• You are open to a flexible schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak times).

Training and requirements
High school diploma or equivalent; age 18 or older; previous retail experience preferred but not required. Ability to lead, communicate across devices, work independently and as part of a team, manage workload, and stay focused in a fast-paced environment. Welcoming attitude and effective communication skills are essential.

• About working at Target: we value clear, inclusive communication and a welcoming guest experience.
• Potential duties include access to all building areas to respond to guest or team member issues, cash handling as needed, and physical requirements such as lifting up to 44 pounds.
• Flexible work schedule (nights, weekends, holidays) and regular attendance are expected.

Target will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.

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