Target - Houston, TX
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Manager
Houston, TX
General Merchandise Retailers
About the position
The Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales (Assistant Manager Merchandising and Service) at Target is responsible for driving total store sales and creating a guest-obsessed culture. This role involves managing a team of specialized consultants in the Apparel & Accessories, Beauty, and Electronics departments, ensuring that the sales floor is well-stocked and visually appealing while also meeting the needs of guests. The position requires strong leadership skills, business acumen, and the ability to adapt to changing business needs.
Responsibilities
- Drive total store sales and understand the role in sales growth.
- Create a guest-obsessed culture and lead the team to prioritize guest experience.
- Create schedules and adjust as needed to align with guest traffic and business needs.
- Manage the team to effectively plan merchandising and pricing workload.
- Assess competition and leverage guest insights to drive business.
- Work a flexible schedule that aligns with guest and business needs.
- Build a knowledgeable and passionate team in Apparel and Accessories, Beauty, and Electronics.
- Manage and develop a sales force using selling training techniques.
- Lead backroom processes and ensure product availability for guests.
- Deliver inspiring visual moments in relevant areas.
- Ensure fitting rooms are welcoming and used as an extension of the sales floor.
- Plan and follow-up on organizational and operational changes.
- Anticipate staffing needs and recruit talent.
- Develop and coach team members to elevate their skills.
- Establish a culture of accountability through clear expectations.
- Provide service and a shopping experience that meets guest needs.
- Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance.
Requirements
- 4 year degree or equivalent experience
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong business acumen
- Ability to manage conflict and lead others
- Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis and decision making
- Ability to learn and adapt to current technology needs
- Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in retail management
- Knowledge of inventory management and guest shopping patterns
- Experience in recruiting and talent management
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Employee discount
- Short term and long term disability
- Paid sick leave
- Paid national holidays
- Paid vacation
