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From the employer's careers site First seen 8 Nov 2026

General Merchandise Team Leader

Salary

$22.75 - $38.65 per hour

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Description

We are seeking a General Merchandise Team Leader to join our team at Target. As a General Merchandise Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading a team of hourly team members and ensuring that our guests have an exceptional shopping experience.

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $22.75 - $24.75, and the full pay range is $22.75 - $38.65 per hour. Pay is based on several factors, including labour markets, education, work experience, and certifications.

As a General Merchandise Team Leader, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading a team of hourly team members and providing guidance and support to ensure that our guests receive exceptional service
  • Ensuring that our guests have an exceptional shopping experience by consistently delivering on our guest experience commitments
  • Reviewing area guest, financial, and team outcome metrics to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Leading the execution of daily and weekly workload to deliver on department and store sales goals and guest engagement
  • Educating team members on operational procedures and how they affect inventory management, store profitability, and product availability
  • Assigning daily tasks to team members based on planned workload and guest traffic patterns
  • Holding team members accountable to expectations and providing feedback and coaching
  • Demonstrating a culture of ethical conduct and following all Target policies and safety procedures

We are looking for someone who:

  • Enjoys interacting and helping others, including guests and fellow team members
  • Thrives in a fast-moving, highly active, and physically demanding role
  • Is open to working a variable work schedule with varying hours, days, or shifts
  • Has a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Is 18 years or older
  • Has previous retail experience, although it is not required
  • Can lead and hold others accountable
  • Can communicate effectively and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment
  • Can work independently and as part of a team
  • Can manage workload and prioritize tasks independently

In return for your hard work, Target offers a range of benefits, including comprehensive health benefits, 401(k), employee discount, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.

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