Full-Time

Buyer

Posted on 1/15/2025

Target

Target

10,001+ employees

Retailer offering diverse consumer goods

Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$69k - $124.2kAnnually

Junior

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Minneapolis, MN, USA

Hybrid/Flex work arrangement requires onsite presence at Target HQ in Minnesota.

Category
Product Management
Product Strategy
Product
Requirements
  • Four-year degree or equivalent experience
  • 1+ years of Merchandising experience
  • Strong strategic and analytical skills to grow a business
  • Strong collaboration skills to partner with Cross Functional Teams
  • Flexibility, resilient and comfortable working in 'grey areas' that are constantly changing
Responsibilities
  • Help create omni-channel growth by planning profitable and locally relevant assortments
  • Influence and negotiate with vendors to achieve results and identify gaps and opportunities
  • Lead cross-functional teams to drive category results while managing progress toward sales and margin goals
  • Interact with Associate Buyers, Senior Merchandise Specialists, and other expert partners in support of promotional planning work across channels

Target Corporation is a retail company that offers a wide range of products, including clothing, electronics, home goods, and groceries, through nearly 2,000 stores and an online platform. Its "Design For All" philosophy allows it to provide high-quality, affordable products that cater to diverse customer needs. Target differentiates itself from competitors with its owned brands and the Target Circle loyalty program, which enhances customer engagement. The company's goal is to support sustainability and community initiatives by giving back 5% of its profits to local communities.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

2005

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Experiential retail and 'retailtainment' strategies can boost customer engagement and foot traffic.
  • Augmented reality integration offers immersive shopping experiences showcasing Target's unique designs.
  • Omnichannel retail strategies enhance customer experience by integrating online and offline shopping.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from online-only retailers like Amazon threatens Target's market share.
  • Rising labor costs due to new minimum wage laws could impact profit margins.
  • Supply chain vulnerabilities from geopolitical tensions may affect inventory and pricing strategies.

What makes Target unique

  • Target's 'Design For All' philosophy offers unique, high-quality products at affordable prices.
  • The Target Circle loyalty program enhances customer engagement and shopping experience.
  • Target's commitment to sustainability and community support sets it apart from competitors.

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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