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Target

Sells everyday goods and affordable designer styles

Executive Team Leader Human Resources

Full-TimePosted on 10/19/2026
$64k - $128k
Expert
Bachelor's
Lexington, SC, USA
In Person
People & HRHR Generalist & Employee Relations
Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A four-year degree or equivalent experience.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong business acumen.
  • Ability to deal 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; interpret instructions, reports, and information; scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds; and accurately handle cash register operations.
  • Flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and regular attendance are necessary.
Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of HR Experts and Team Leaders, where applicable, to support teams and leaders in building an engaged sales force and a positive workplace.
  • Create and manage HR strategies and goals, delivering results through the team.
  • Read financial reporting and interpret data.
  • Apply knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
  • Recruit, select, and manage talent for hourly team members and leaders.
  • Support business leaders by coaching and consulting on business growth and the selection and development of their teams.
  • Influence partners across organizational levels, including hourly team members and senior leaders.
  • Lead a service culture that prioritizes the guest experience; model, train, and coach service expectations.
  • Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through ongoing development, inclusive behavior, and proactive bias management.
  • Drive total store sales and understand the role of the HR area and team in sales growth and store profitability.
  • Plan, lead, and follow up on organizational and operational change.
  • Anticipate and identify changes in store trends.
  • Assess competition and use guest insights and feedback to drive the business and make the store a destination of choice.
  • Recognize guest-service behaviors and reward strong performance.
  • Build teams committed to continuous learning through observation and reinforcement of guest-service and sales behaviors.
  • Support the leadership team in ensuring equitable experiences, strengthening inclusion acumen, and promoting an inclusive culture of belonging.
  • Engage and educate the store team on Target community initiatives.
  • Build relationships in the store community to address pressing local needs.
  • Use gift card and volunteer accounts to build brand awareness and engage the team in volunteerism.
  • Develop leaders to champion a guest-centric culture.
  • Lead an open-door culture where team members are heard and issues are resolved quickly.
  • Support leadership in creating schedules that meet guest and team member needs, and teach leaders to account for team members’ scheduling preferences.
  • Reduce fluctuations in team member schedules by developing a staffing strategy that improves predictability of hours and identifies when external staffing is needed.
  • Guide store leaders in hiring and onboarding talent with skills and experience suited to guest and business needs.
  • Develop HR Experts and Team Leaders, where applicable, to solve problems, remove roadblocks, and connect team members to Target’s purpose.
  • Plan and manage team operational and cyclical programs related to culture, pay, rewards, and benefits to maximize engagement and minimize business disruption.
  • Develop and coach Team Leaders to strengthen team skills and expertise.
  • Establish accountability through clear expectations and performance management.
  • Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guest needs.
  • Model ethical conduct, safety, and compliance, lead the team to do the same, and hold others accountable.
  • As a key carrier, follow safe and secure training and processes.
  • Address store needs, including emergencies and regulatory visits.
  • Perform other duties based on business needs.

About the company

Target sells groceries, clothing, home goods and other everyday products to U.S. shoppers through stores and its website, with an emphasis on affordable style and design. Its own brands include Cat & Jack children's clothing and Good & Gather food, alongside national brands and exclusive designer collections. Customers shop in person or order online for shipping, pickup or delivery, while Target Plus adds products from outside sellers. Merchandise sales drive its revenue, supplemented by Roundel advertising, marketplace fees and paid memberships. The company traces its roots to 1902, opened its first Target store in 1962, and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Founded

1902

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What believers are saying

  • Demand is recovering: August 2026 results showed fiscal second quarter comparable sales up 3.8% and total sales up 5.3%.
  • Store investment expands project scope: March 2026 plans earmarked $5 billion for stores, technology and supply chains.
  • U.S. employees get study support immediately: Target funds selected tuition programs for full-time and part-time staff from day one.

What critics are saying

  • Pricing is exposed to import costs: about half Target's merchandise originates abroad, with China its largest import source.
  • Profit comparisons flatter the turnaround: August 2026 earnings included $1.65 per share from tariff refunds.
  • Corporate roles faced cuts: October 2025 restructuring targeted about 1,000 employees and 800 vacancies.

What makes Target unique

  • Design work reaches shelves at scale: Target's owned brands generate over $30 billion annually.
  • Stores power online economics: Target stores fulfilled 97.6% of merchandise sales in fiscal 2025.
  • Target's delivery membership reaches beyond its shelves: Circle 360 covers Shipt's more than 100 retail partners.

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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

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%