Specialty sales team leader

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ALL ABOUT TARGET 

As part of our collaborative and guest-obsessed team, you help us create an experience that makes guests say “I love Target!”  When you work at Target, you’re helping every family discover the joy in everyday life. You’re working alongside a dedicated team that brings their passion and pride to all that they do. Your passion for the latest trends will come to life when you lead a team to actively engage with every guest in each of the specialized businesses.   

ALL ABOUT SPECIALTY SALES  

A sales force of specialized consultants who provide tailored suggestions and solutions through active selling and compelling visual merchandising presentations that inspire guests and build the basket.  

Teams in Apparel and Accessories (A&A), Beauty and Electronics prioritize guest experience while blending completion of tasks that ensure product is available and easy to shop – pulling, filling, pricing, setting, staging and maintaining the sales floor and the backroom. 

At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Specialty Sales Team Leader can provide you with the: 

Knowledge of guest service fundamentals and experience building a guest first culture on your team 

Knowledge of retail business fundamentals including: department sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns, pricing and promotions strategies 

Skills in planning department(s) daily/weekly workload to support business priorities and deliver sales goals 

Ability to lead multiple specialty businesses, balancing team member expertise and effectively leading teams in each department 

Experience leading a team of hourly team members; including skills in interviewing, developing, coaching, evaluating and retaining talent 

As a Specialty Sales Team Leader, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities: 

Understand sales goals, plan and execute daily/weekly workload to deliver on department and store sales goals and guest engagement; including planning merchandising, pricing workload, transitions, revisions, sales plans, events and promotions 

Work a schedule that aligns to guest and business needs (this includes early morning, evening, overnight shifts and weekends) 

Lead a team of consultants who are knowledgeable and passionate about A&A, Beauty and Electronics who stay current on brands, trends and promotions in each department 

Ensure your team is ready to engage with all guests by modeling active selling techniques and practicing active selling scenarios to help them grow confidence in their active selling capabilities 

Encourage team to use tools available in their department (i.e. the fitting room, testers, displays) as an opportunity to welcome, inspire and influence guests by providing personalized recommendations to complete their purchase 

Encourage guests to shop with confidence in specialty departments by creating inspiring visual moments and by ensuring product is organized, signed correctly and merchandised to support seasonal trends 

Lead A&A, Beauty and Electronics backroom processes, organization, layout and replenishment of the salesfloor to ensure product is available for guests 

Evaluate and recommend candidates for open positions and develop a guest-centric team 

Lead team onboarding, learning and help close product knowledge and skill gaps through development, coaching and team interactions 

Establish clear goals and expectations and hold team members accountable to expectations 

Provide service and a shopping experience that meets the needs of the guest in all areas including clearance 

Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance; lead and hold the team accountable to work in the same way 

If applicable, as a key carrier, follow all safe and secure training and processes 

Address store needs (emergency, regulatory visits, etc.) 

All other duties based on business needs 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR 

We might be a great match if: 

Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited…. We work efficiently and as a team to take care of our guests 

Providing service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET! excites you…. That’s why we love working at Target 

Leading teams who are stocking, setting and selling Target products sounds like your thing… That’s the core of what we do 

You aren’t looking for Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all day… We are busy all day (especially on the weekends), making it easy for the guest to feel welcomed, inspired and rewarded 

The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Specialty Sales Team Leader. But, there are a few skills you should have from the get-go: 

High school diploma or equivalent 

Must be at least 18 years of age or older 

Previous retail experience preferred, but not required 

Lead and hold others accountable 

Learn and adapt to current technology needs 

Work independently and as part of a team 

Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently 

Welcoming and helpful attitude 

Effective communication skills  

We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:  

Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues 

Interpret instructions, reports and information 

Accurately handle cash register operations 

Climb up and down ladders 

Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 15 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds   

Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular attendance necessary 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Target will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Target store or Distribution Center or reach out to Guest Services at 1-800-440-0680 for additional information.

Company info

Target Brands, Inc.
Website : http://www.target.com/