Full-Time

Executive Team Leader GM & Grocery

Target

Target

10,001+ employees

Multi-channel retailer selling apparel, home, groceries

Compensation Overview

$64k - $128k/yr

+ 401(k)

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Charlotte, NC, USA

In Person

Bachelor's

Category
Retail (1)
Required Skills
Sales
Inventory Management
Financial analysis

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Requirements
  • A four-year degree or equivalent experience.
  • Strong interest in and knowledge of the Food & Beverage business.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong business acumen.
  • Ability to deal comfortably with ambiguity.
  • Ability to manage conflict, lead, and hold others accountable.
  • Ability to relate well to and interact with all levels of the organization.
  • Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial analysis, and quantitative analysis.
  • Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs.
  • 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 scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds.
  • Ability to accurately handle cash register operations.
  • Ability to climb up and down ladders.
  • Flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with regular attendance.
Responsibilities
  • Drive total store sales and understand how departments and teams contribute to total store profitability.
  • Manage Food & Beverage, food service when applicable, inbound, outbound, replenishment, inventory accuracy, presentation, pricing, and promotional signing processes for General Merchandise areas.
  • Manage a team of experts in operations, accuracy, and efficiency.
  • Lead pick, pack, and ship fulfillment work when applicable.
  • Develop a strategy and use workload planning tools to complete scheduled workload and keep the store guest-ready.
  • Conduct regular team check-ins to ensure completion of tasks and workload.
  • Manage General Merchandise backroom and sales floor areas, review reporting to identify gaps, and develop plans to resolve them.
  • Oversee General Merchandise Team Leader workload planning, including transitions, revisions, and sales plans.
  • Lead the Fulfillment team to fulfill orders accurately and efficiently and meet guest promise times.
  • Train, validate, and coach the team on food safety standards and cleaning routines.
  • Lead an efficient operation that supports the sales culture.
  • Oversee Food & Beverage Team Leader workload planning, including transitions, revisions, sales plans, sampling, and promotions.
  • Create a guest-focused culture that prioritizes the guest experience and achieves store sales goals.
  • Assess competition and use guest insights and feedback to drive business objectives.
  • Work a schedule aligned with guest and business needs, including early morning, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.
  • Ensure products are in stock, fresh, available, food safe, accurately priced, and accurately signed with minimal guest disruption.
  • Assess General Merchandise and Food & Beverage backroom and sales floor areas, walk Food & Beverage standards, review reporting, and develop plans to resolve gaps.
  • Plan, lead, and follow up on organizational and operational change.
  • Anticipate and identify changes in unique store trends.
  • Develop and coach the team to elevate skills and expertise.
  • Establish accountability through clear expectations and performance management; develop, coach, and train the team; anticipate staffing needs; create talent plans; and recruit for short- and long-term needs.
  • 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 safe and secure training and processes as a key carrier.
  • Address store needs, including emergencies and regulatory visits.
  • Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues.
  • Scan, handle, and move merchandise safely and efficiently.
  • Handle cash register operations accurately.
  • Climb ladders as needed.

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%