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Planning & Inventory Operations Lead (RFID)

Target Minneapolis, MN Hybrid senior full-time

Salary

$95,000 - $171,000 per year

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Description

We are seeking a Planning & Inventory Operations Lead (RFID) to serve as the enterprise lead for RFID operational governance, standards, compliance, reporting, and execution excellence. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of retail inventory management processes, replenishment logic, and operational execution.

The pay range for this role is $95,000.00 - $171,000.00.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the enterprise RFID operational lead responsible for governance, standards, compliance, and execution consistency.
  • Establish and maintain RFID operational standards, processes, and routines to ensure enterprise alignment and best-in-class execution.
  • Monitor, govern, and communicate key RFID performance metrics, reporting, and operational insights.
  • Identify operational defects, process breakdowns, and compliance gaps; lead cross-functional resolution efforts to quickly mitigate issues and prevent recurrence.
  • Partner closely with Stores, Supply Chain, Technology, Inventory Management, Merchandising, and external vendors to ensure RFID execution supports enterprise inventory accuracy and business objectives.

Requirements:

  • 4 year degree or equivalent experience.
  • 4+ years of relevant experience in Inventory Management, Store Operations, Supply Chain Operations, Merchandising Operations, Retail Technology Operations, or related operational leadership roles.
  • Experience working with RFID-enabled operational processes, inventory accuracy initiatives, or large-scale operational compliance programs preferred.
  • Strong understanding of retail inventory management processes, replenishment logic, and operational execution.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence partners across multiple business functions.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience leveraging reporting and metrics to drive operational decisions and accountability.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to identify root causes, solve complex operational issues, and drive sustainable process improvements.
  • Curious and innovative mindset with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Ability to lead and foster a culture of belonging.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive health benefits and programs
  • 401(k)
  • Employee discount
  • Short term disability
  • Long term disability
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid national holidays
  • Paid vacation

Skills

Required

  • Inventory Management
  • Operational Excellence
  • Reporting and Data Analysis
  • Cross-functional Leadership and Influence
  • Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving
  • Project and Program Management
  • Process Improvement and Change Management
  • Written and Verbal Communication
  • Strategic Thinking and Execution

Nice to have

  • RFID-enabled operational processes
  • inventory accuracy initiatives
  • large-scale operational compliance programs
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