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Target - Trumbull, CT
posted 2 months ago
About the position
The Specialty Sales Executive Team Leader 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 departments such as Apparel & Accessories, Beauty, and Electronics, ensuring that the guest experience is prioritized while meeting sales goals. The position requires a blend of leadership, strategic planning, and operational management to enhance the shopping experience and maintain store profitability.
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.
- Know and assess the competition to drive business objectives.
- Work a flexible schedule that includes early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
- Build a knowledgeable and passionate team in specialty departments.
- 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 of the store.
- 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.
- Comfortable dealing with ambiguity.
- 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 or leadership roles.
- Knowledge of retail business fundamentals including sales trends and inventory management.
- Experience in recruiting and talent management.
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.
