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Target

Sells everyday goods and affordable designer styles

Guest Advocate - Small Format

Full-Time
$17/hr
Entry
Chapel Hill, NC, USA
In Person
RetailCheckout & Customer Service
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • Ability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment while accomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Ability to communicate on multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed.
  • Ability to work both independently and with a team.
  • Ability to resolve guest questions quickly on the spot.
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow multi-step processes.
  • Ability to handle cash register operations accurately as needed.
  • Ability to climb up and down ladders as needed.
  • Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 15 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving merchandise and fixtures up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
  • Ability to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and other peak shopping times.
  • Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift and work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other environmental conditions.
  • Ability to follow safety policies, best practices, training, and applicable federal, state, and local adult beverage laws.
  • Power equipment operation only when certified.
Responsibilities
  • Create an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by greeting guests, helping them find what they need, resolving issues, and thanking them after each transaction.
  • Actively support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
  • Adjust to business and guest needs and help guests while completing workload with minimal disruption.
  • Work in all departments to keep the sales floor full, zoned, and in stock.
  • Assist with the truck unload process and stock products on the sales floor.
  • Execute adjacency changes, transitions, revisions, and sales plans for all departments.
  • Complete weekly price-change workload and set regular and promotional signing accurately for all departments.
  • Complete scans and system audit functions to maintain inventory accuracy.
  • Support execution of major transitions.
  • Maintain interior and exterior brand standards, including emptying garbage cans, cleaning restrooms, collecting carts, charging electronic carts, recycling when applicable, and addressing spills.
  • Accurately execute fills, including filling the floor, liability fills, guest requests, and backstocking products from all departments.
  • Process inbound deliveries using the receive application to ensure inventory accuracy.
  • Complete weekly backroom audits.
  • Maintain backroom organization and location accuracy and follow equipment guidelines.
  • Follow processes accurately, monitor progress, and prioritize tasks.
  • Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
  • Support guest services such as backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive Up while maintaining compliance.
  • Attend Target Welcome orientation and complete the short-term structured training schedule.
  • Pick up and work available shifts at least once every four weeks, with at least one shift within five months, and respond to Target contact attempts.
Desired Qualifications
  • A welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members.
  • Ability to work in a fast-moving, highly active, and physically demanding environment.
  • Flexibility and creative problem-solving ability.
  • Interest in interacting with and helping guests and fellow team members.

About the company

Target sells groceries, clothing, home goods and other everyday products to U.S. shoppers through stores and its website, with an emphasis on affordable style and design. Its own brands include Cat & Jack children's clothing and Good & Gather food, alongside national brands and exclusive designer collections. Customers shop in person or order online for shipping, pickup or delivery, while Target Plus adds products from outside sellers. Merchandise sales drive its revenue, supplemented by Roundel advertising, marketplace fees and paid memberships. The company traces its roots to 1902, opened its first Target store in 1962, and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

1902

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What believers are saying

  • Demand is recovering: August 2026 results showed fiscal second quarter comparable sales up 3.8% and total sales up 5.3%.
  • Store investment expands project scope: March 2026 plans earmarked $5 billion for stores, technology and supply chains.
  • U.S. employees get study support immediately: Target funds selected tuition programs for full-time and part-time staff from day one.

What critics are saying

  • Pricing is exposed to import costs: about half Target's merchandise originates abroad, with China its largest import source.
  • Profit comparisons flatter the turnaround: August 2026 earnings included $1.65 per share from tariff refunds.
  • Corporate roles faced cuts: October 2025 restructuring targeted about 1,000 employees and 800 vacancies.

What makes Target unique

  • Design work reaches shelves at scale: Target's owned brands generate over $30 billion annually.
  • Stores power online economics: Target stores fulfilled 97.6% of merchandise sales in fiscal 2025.
  • Target's delivery membership reaches beyond its shelves: Circle 360 covers Shipt's more than 100 retail partners.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Discounts

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%