Full-Time

Senior Buyer

Beauty/Skincare

Posted on 9/11/2026

Deadline 9/22/26
Target

Target

10,001+ employees

Multi-channel retailer selling apparel, home, groceries

Compensation Overview

$95k - $171k/yr

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Minneapolis, MN, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid role requiring work both onsite at Target HQ in Minnesota and virtually.

Bachelor's

Category
Retail (1)
Required Skills
Data Analysis

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Requirements
  • A four-year degree or equivalent experience.
  • At least 4 years of merchandising experience.
  • Strong strategic and analytical skills to grow a business.
  • Strong collaboration skills to partner with a cross-functional team.
  • Flexibility and resilience, with comfort working in constantly changing circumstances and ambiguous situations.
Responsibilities
  • Create omni-channel growth by planning profitable and locally relevant assortments based on guest shopping behavior, assortment requirements, and competitor activity.
  • Influence and negotiate with vendors to achieve results and identify gaps and opportunities.
  • React to business results and translate financial metrics and data into actionable strategies.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to drive category results and manage progress toward sales and margin goals.
  • Partner with product designers, category managers, and vendors to guide product development and source appropriately for the category.
  • Collaborate with Associate Buyers, Senior Merchandise Specialists, the Pricing and Promotion Center of Excellence, Planning, Site Merchandising, the Item Center of Excellence, and other expert partners to support promotional planning across channels.

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

  • 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

-4%

1 year growth

-4%

2 year growth

-4%