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Seasonal: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Inbound (Stocking) (T3430)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Seasonal
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $17.50
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance

Job Description

Target Corporation is a leading American retail company known for its commitment to providing high-quality products and exceptional shopping experiences to families and communities across the United States. Established as a discount retailer, Target has grown into one of the nation's most recognized big-box stores, offering everything from clothing and electronics to groceries and home goods. Target prides itself on creating a positive work environment that fosters inclusion, diversity, and growth, ensuring its team members have meaningful career development opportunities. The company emphasizes a culture centered around guest satisfaction, innovation, and social responsibility. Its commitment to values such as community involvement, sustainability, and ethical conduct resonates throughout its store operations and corporate initiatives. Moreover, Target is dedicated to supporting its workforce with competitive wages, benefits, and robust training programs designed to help employees advance their skills and careers. The hourly pay for this position starts at $17.50, reflecting Target's dedication to fair compensation for its team members.

The Small Format Team Member role at Target is an integral part of the company's smaller format stores, where the emphasis is on delivering a consistent and seamless guest experience. This position requires team members to be versatile and efficient in various operational functions, including cashiering, stocking, product presentation, and price accuracy. Small Format Team Members play a critical role in ensuring shelves are stocked, products are accurately priced and signed, and the sales floor maintains an inviting and organized appearance. This role is dynamic; no two days are the same as it includes engaging with guests, managing inventory, supporting sales goals, and executing store transitions and improvements. Members of this team become experts in retail fundamentals such as department sales trends, pricing strategies, inventory control, and efficient process execution. The job also involves responsibilities like operating power equipment when certified, conducting system audits to maintain accurate inventory records, and delivering exceptional guest service tailored to individual needs.

Target fosters an energetic, team-oriented work environment where employees are encouraged to provide guest experiences that inspire loyalty and satisfaction. Small Format Team Members work collaboratively across departments to maintain operational efficiency and meet business priorities. They handle a variety of tasks such as greeting guests, supporting cashier and order pickup services, maintaining backroom organization, and adhering to safety and compliance standards. The position requires flexibility, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude toward helping guests and team members alike. Target also provides comprehensive training programs to equip team members with the necessary skills to succeed in this role, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking employment in retail that offers both challenge and growth potential. The role includes seasonal opportunities in areas like guest advocacy, general merchandise, inbound stocking, and tech consulting, offering employees a chance to explore multiple facets of retail within the small format store model.

Overall, joining Target as a Small Format Team Member means becoming part of a respected community-focused company that values hard work, diversity, and continuous improvement. The position offers a chance to develop a strong foundation in retail, gain experience in guest service excellence, and participate actively in a vibrant work culture dedicated to making shopping joyful and accessible for all. With a starting hourly wage of $17.50 and a variety of benefits, Target provides a rewarding career path for those ready to contribute their energy and skills to a trusted brand.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • ability to handle cash register operations accurately
  • flexible work schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
  • ability to climb ladders safely
  • ability to lift or move merchandise up to 40 pounds
  • strong attention to detail
  • good communication skills
  • willingness to work in a fast-paced retail environment
  • prior retail experience preferred but not required

Job Qualifications

  • Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members
  • learn and adapt to current technology needs
  • work both independently and with a team
  • resolve guest questions quickly on the spot
  • attention to detail and follow a multi-step processes
  • experience in retail environment preferred
  • effective communication skills
  • ability to handle cash register operations accurately
  • capable of safely lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds
  • flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays
  • basic knowledge of inventory management

Job Duties

  • Greet and service guests as you complete workload with minimal guest disruption
  • work in all departments to ensure sales floor is full, zoned and in stock for guests
  • push and stock product to sales floor
  • execute adjacency changes, transitions, revisions and sales plans for all departments
  • conduct weekly price change workload and ensure regular and promotional signing is set accurately for all departments
  • complete scans and system audit functions to ensure inventory accuracy
  • support execution of major transitions and ISM
  • support guest services with cashiering, order pick up (OPU) and Drive up (DU), where applicable
  • accurately execute all pulls (i.e., daily autofills, CAFs, out of stock, manuals and guest requests) and backstock product from all departments
  • process all inbound deliveries (using the receive application) to ensure inventory accuracy
  • complete all backroom daily and weekly audits
  • operate power equipment only if certified
  • maintain backroom organization and location accuracy and follow equipment guidelines
  • follow processes accurately with attention to detail, monitor own progress and accurately prioritize tasks
  • provide service and a shopping experience that meets the needs of the guest
  • demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety, and compliance
  • all other duties based on business needs

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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