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Target

Multi-channel retailer selling apparel, home, groceries

Executive Team Leader Human Resources - Assistant Manager HR

Full-Time
$64k - $128k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's
Boynton Beach, FL, USA
In Person
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A four-year degree or equivalent experience is required.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.
  • Strong business acumen is required.
  • The ability to deal comfortably with ambiguity is required.
  • The ability to manage conflict, lead, and hold others accountable is required.
  • The ability to relate well to and interact with all levels of the organization is required.
  • Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial analysis, and quantitative analysis, are required.
  • The ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs is required.
  • The ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently is required.
  • Candidates must be able to access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
  • Candidates must be able to interpret instructions, reports, and information.
  • Candidates must be able 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 up to 40 pounds.
  • Candidates must accurately handle cash register operations.
  • A flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and regular attendance are required.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and create a service culture that prioritizes the guest service experience, and model, train, and coach expectations to deliver the service standard.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
  • Drive total store sales and understand how the area and team contribute to and impact total store profitability.
  • Plan, lead, and follow up on organizational and operational change.
  • Anticipate and identify changes in unique store trends.
  • Assess the competition and leverage guest insights and feedback to drive the business and become the destination of choice for guests.
  • Champion a culture where teams love to work and guests love to shop, recognize guest-service behaviors, and reward outstanding performance.
  • Build teams committed to continuous learning through ongoing observations and reinforcement of guest-service and sales behaviors.
  • Support the leadership team in ensuring equitable experiences, strengthening inclusion acumen, and promoting a culture of inclusivity and belonging.
  • Engage and educate the store team on Target’s community initiatives.
  • Build relationships important to the store’s community to address pressing local needs.
  • Leverage gift card and volunteer accounts to enhance brand awareness and engage the team in volunteerism.
  • Take an active role in developing leaders to champion a guest-centric culture.
  • Lead an open-door culture where team members feel heard and issues are quickly resolved.
  • Support leadership in creating schedules that fit guest and team member needs by teaching leaders to understand team members’ scheduling preferences.
  • Decrease fluctuations in team member schedules by developing a staffing strategy that improves predictability of current team member hours and identifies when external staffing is needed.
  • Guide store leaders in hiring and onboarding talent with the skills and experiences needed by their teams.
  • Develop a team of HR Experts and Team Leaders, where applicable, who serve the total store team by solving problems, removing roadblocks, and engaging team members with Target’s purpose.
  • Plan and manage operational and cyclical programs related to culture, pay and rewards, and benefits to maximize team member engagement and minimize business disruption.
  • Develop and coach team leaders to elevate the team’s skills and expertise.
  • Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management.
  • Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guest needs.
  • Demonstrate ethical conduct, safety, and compliance; lead the team accordingly and hold others accountable.
  • Follow all safe and secure training and processes as a key carrier.
  • Address store needs, including emergencies and regulatory visits.

About the company

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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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 comparable sales rose 3.8%, and Target raised full-year guidance.
  • Target opened its 2,000th store and plans over 30 openings in 2026.
  • Next-day delivery now reaches over 50 metros, expanding free speedy fulfillment options.

What critics are saying

  • Fiddelke cut 1,800 corporate roles in October 2025 after prolonged sales declines.
  • DEI backlash, boycotts, and litigation damaged Target’s brand trust through 2026.
  • Tariffs and import exposure pressure pricing; a failed turnaround threatens Target’s relevance.

What makes Target unique

  • Target combines 2,000 stores with same-day, next-day, and Drive Up fulfillment.
  • Target Circle 360, Roundel, and Target Plus deepen recurring digital monetization.
  • Target’s owned-brand design still differentiates it from Walmart and Costco.

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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

↓ -2%

1 year growth

↓ -2%

2 year growth

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