Closing Team Leader

About the position

The Closing Team Leader at Target is responsible for ensuring a strong finish to the day by prioritizing guest service and leading the closing routines of the store. This role involves fostering a guest-first culture, driving sales, and developing effective partnerships across the store to achieve business goals. The Closing Team Leader will also focus on team development, operational efficiency, and maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development and modeling inclusive behaviors.
• Prioritize guest experience and model, train, and coach service standards.
• Understand the role in sales growth and its impact on store profitability.
• Lead closing routines and coach team members in all areas.
• Problem solve and prioritize across multiple business areas to execute store strategies.
• Assist leaders with communication and collaboration to influence sales performance.
• Support store operations by ensuring departments are well-maintained and ready for the next day.
• Use business planning tools to share priorities and updates with store leadership.
• Evaluate candidates for open positions and develop a guest-centric team.
• Support team onboarding and learning, helping to close skill gaps through coaching and interactions.

Requirements

• Previous retail experience preferred, but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong workload management and prioritization skills.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude with effective communication skills.
• Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a leadership role within a retail environment.
• Familiarity with cash register operations and handling cash.
• Ability to climb ladders and lift merchandise up to 44 pounds.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee discount program.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.