Full-Time

Sr Manager Market Analysis

Posted on 9/25/2025

Target

Target

10,001+ employees

Multi-channel retailer selling apparel, home, groceries

Compensation Overview

$92k - $166k/yr

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Minneapolis, MN, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid/Flex—onsite at Target HQ MN and virtual as needed.

Category
Finance & Banking (3)
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Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • MA/MBA or equivalent in business, economic, geography, urban planning or related field
  • 6-8 years relevant business experience
  • 0-5% Travel
  • Strong analytical, decision-making, project management and organizational skills
  • Superior leadership skills with enthusiasm, initiative and a passion for results
  • Experienced in collaborating across departments/business units and driving results through collaboration
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills; tailors message by audience, negotiate consequences, handle crisis, setbacks and conflicts constructively and diplomatically, and provide essential information to the right people at the right time; relationship-building aptitude
  • Strong problem-solving skills. Ability to break down problems into fundamental parts, identify root causes, synthesize findings, and make informed decisions
  • Proven ability to influence and communicate complex ideas effectively, verbally and in writing (including comfort with Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Ability to take risks, learn quickly, challenge the status quo, and work under ambiguous circumstances
Responsibilities
  • Market analysis, strategic planning and location research for Target’s new and existing store capital investment programs to ensure Target is positioned to win today and into the future.
  • Partner closely across Market Research, FPA, Properties, Strategy and Insights, as well as core business including Merchandising, Market, and Operations teams to bring a Geo-Spatial lens to Target’s key enterprise strategies, identifying tradeoffs across store location attributes, competitive positioning, market trends, as well as demographic and economic indicators.
  • Leverage data-driven problem-solving approaches and key insights to influence how Target maximizes its geo-spatial footprint to achieve key performance metrics and position the store / market for growth.
  • Influence new store and existing store investment decisions geared towards maximizing KPIs and identifying tradeoffs, through both established routines and through the development of new routines across key partners.
  • Leverage your excellent communication skills for presentations to Senior Leadership across FPA, Properties and key partners.
  • Opportunity to contribute ideas to improve research methodologies, GIS systems, as well as data and analytical tools.
  • Job duties may change at any time due to business needs*.

Target is a large retailer that sells clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries through about 2,000 stores and an online platform, and it also carries its own branded products. It works by stocking broad assortments and offering convenient shopping options, including same-day services, supported by owned brands and a strong online presence; customers can shop in stores or online and use the Target Circle loyalty program with flexible memberships. Its differentiators include the Design For All philosophy—high-quality, well-designed products at affordable prices—a wide lineup of owned brands, and a focus on rewards and convenience through its loyalty program and services, plus a commitment to sustainability via Target Forward. Target’s goal is to provide a convenient, relevant, and enjoyable shopping experience while pursuing a sustainable, community-minded business that gives back to neighborhoods.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

2005

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Owned brands command premium margins, offsetting grocery commoditization from Walmart competition.
  • 66 supply chain facilities and 27 sourcing offices enable rapid inventory optimization.
  • Urban store density positions Target for same-day fulfillment against Amazon Prime.

What critics are saying

  • Q1 2025 merchandise sales dropped 3.1%; company expects low-single-digit annual decline.[1]
  • Operating income fell 18.9% as boycotts from left-leaning customer base intensify.[3]
  • Tariffs negatively impact earnings; inventory glut risks repeat 2023 markdown crisis.[4]

What makes Target unique

  • 45+ exclusive brands and 1,978 stores within 10 miles of 75% of U.S. population.
  • Design For All philosophy creates high-quality affordable products competitors cannot replicate.
  • Target Circle loyalty program drives engagement across three membership tiers with personalized benefits.

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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

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