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General Merchandise Team Leader

Target Farmingdale, NY On-site full-time

Salary

$26.00 - $44.20 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 $26.00 - $28.00, and the full pay range is $26.00 - $44.20 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 maintaining a clean and organised store environment, accurately pricing and signing merchandise, and providing excellent customer service
  • Managing workload and prioritising tasks independently to meet business priorities and deliver sales goals
  • Developing and implementing process improvements to enhance workload efficiency and drive results
  • Evaluating candidates for open positions and developing a guest-centric team
  • Identifying team members for future leader positions and utilising growth development to build a talent pool within the department
  • Supporting guest services, such as back-up cashier and digital fulfilment processes
  • Demonstrating inclusivity by valuing diverse voices and approaches, being authentic and respectful, and creating equitable experiences
  • Demonstrating a culture of ethical conduct, following all Target policies and safety procedures
  • Leading and demonstrating a safety culture through modelling and recognising safe behaviours, identifying and correcting hazards, and holding team accountable to following safety expectations

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Age 18 or older
  • Previous retail experience preferred, but not required
  • Ability to lead and hold others accountable
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes
  • Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive health benefits and programs, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more
  • 401(k) and employee discount
  • Short-term disability, long-term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation

Skills

Required

Nice to have

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