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From the employer's careers site First seen 3 Nov 2026

General Merchandise Expert

Salary

$19.50 per hour

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Description

Working as a General Merchandise Expert at Target means being part of a team that prioritises guest experience while ensuring product availability and efficient operations.

The role involves creating an easy, inspiring, and friendly guest experience by:

  • Greeting guests and making eye contact
  • Helping guests find what they need and resolving issues
  • Supporting team efforts and assisting peers
  • Adjusting to business and guest needs
  • Executing daily tasks such as receiving products, restocking shelves, and maintaining the sales floor

Responsibilities include:

  • Operating power equipment to move merchandise or store fixtures (if certified)
  • Learning and executing operational procedures
  • Following Target policies and safety procedures
  • Supporting guest services such as back-up cashier and digital fulfilment processes

Requirements:

  • Welcoming and helpful attitude towards guests and team members
  • Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners
  • Capability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow multi-step processes
  • Flexibility to work varying hours, days, or shifts

Benefits include competitive pay, financial and education benefits, and well-being programmes.

The starting hourly rate is $19.50 USD per hour.

Skills

Required

  • communication
  • teamwork
  • problem-solving
  • attention to detail
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