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Target

Sells everyday goods and affordable designer styles

Specialty Sales Team Leader

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$22.50 - $38.25/hr
Entry
Williamsville, NY, USA
In Person
RetailRetail Store Management
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Ability to lead and hold others accountable.
  • Ability to communicate using multiple-frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
  • Ability to access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team-member issues.
  • Ability to interpret instructions, reports, and information.
  • Ability to accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
  • Ability to climb ladders as needed.
  • Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving up to 15 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 44 pounds without additional assistance.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and maintain reliable and prompt attendance.
  • Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing duties such as Drive-Up and carryout, as needed.
  • Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift, which may vary.
Responsibilities
  • Deliver guest-experience commitments to create an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience.
  • Ensure every team member understands, is trained in, and consistently delivers Target’s guest-experience commitments and consistent operations.
  • Observe team members, provide feedback, hold them accountable, and recognize positive guest-experience moments.
  • Review guest, financial, and team outcome metrics to identify opportunities, take action, align the team on effective behaviors and execution, celebrate successes, drive results, and improve the guest experience.
  • Model a service culture that prioritizes guests; train and coach team members to meet expectations under the GUEST service model.
  • Demonstrate inclusivity by valuing diverse perspectives, acting authentically and respectfully, and creating equitable experiences.
  • Plan daily and weekly workloads under the direct leader’s direction and execute plans to meet department and store sales goals and guest engagement needs, including merchandising sets, planogram updates, sales plans, events, and promotions.
  • Lead execution of onboarding and learning best practices, and help close skill gaps through development, coaching, and team interactions.
  • Develop, coach, and lead a team of knowledgeable and passionate consultants with guidance from the direct leader.
  • Assign daily tasks to team members based on planned workload and guest traffic, aligned with weekly and monthly priorities established by the direct leader.
  • Encourage the team to use departmental tools, including fitting rooms, testers, and displays, to welcome and inspire guests and provide personalized recommendations.
  • Partner with third-party vendors under the direct leader’s guidance to maintain brand standards, merchandising, and area presentation and availability.
  • Support the team’s execution of merchandise-set changes and visual presentations for assigned categories.
  • Create visual presentations by keeping products organized, correctly signed, and merchandised to support seasonal trends.
  • Support the direct leader in managing assigned department backroom processes, organization, layout, and replenishment of the sales floor.
  • Participate in team hiring and onboarding.
  • Ensure fitting rooms are welcoming, clean, and safe in assigned areas.
  • Support the direct leader in establishing goals and expectations and holding team members accountable.
  • Model ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, and hold the team accountable to the same standards.
  • Model safe behavior, recognize safe practices, identify and correct hazards, enforce safety expectations, assist with incident response, and report and investigate injuries accurately and promptly.
  • Model physical-security processes to strengthen the in-store security culture.
  • Support storewide merchandise-protection strategies, including ordering, storage, and application as directed by best practices.
  • Follow safe-and-secure training and processes when serving as a key carrier, if applicable.
  • Occasionally assume store-level leader-on-duty responsibilities during assigned shifts to support the guest experience, based on store needs.
  • Address store emergencies and compliance needs.
  • Support guest services, including backup cashiering, order pickup, and Drive-Up, while maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local adult-beverage laws.
  • Perform other duties based on business needs.
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous retail experience is preferred but not required.

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

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%