Starting Hourly Rate: $19.25 USD per hour
DISCOVER THE JOY OF EVERYDAY LIFE AT TARGET GREENWICH STREET
Target is a leading retailer known and loved across America, and our Greenwich Street store in New York City is a vital part of our commitment to the community. As a Fortune 50 company, Target offers more than just a job; we provide opportunities to build a career and contribute to a welcoming and dynamic environment right here in the heart of New York. Working at Target Greenwich Street means being part of a team that cares about our guests and our neighborhood, investing in the places we live, work, and play in NYC. We believe in nurturing talent, fostering growth, and achieving success together as one Target team. Our purpose is rooted in our values, guiding how we care for each other, grow professionally, and win as a team in the competitive NYC retail landscape.
BECOME A GENERAL MERCHANDISE EXPERT IN THE HEART OF GREENWICH STREET
In our bustling Greenwich Street location, General Merchandise Experts are the backbone of store operations. You’ll be an expert in efficiency and process, ensuring every guest has a consistent and enjoyable shopping experience. This role is crucial in making sure our sales floor is always ready, with products correctly stocked, accurately priced, and clearly signed. The General Merchandise and Food Sales team at Target Greenwich Street are responsible for the full cycle of product flow: from inbound deliveries to outbound sales, replenishment, inventory accuracy, visual merchandising, pricing, and promotional displays across all General Merchandise areas of the store. This team also plays a key role in Food & Beverage and Food Service, maintaining freshness and food safety for our guests in this busy urban environment. Additionally, you’ll be essential in providing efficient service through pick, pack, and ship fulfillment work, meeting the demands of our digitally connected guests in NYC.
YOUR CAREER GROWTH AT TARGET GREENWICH STREET
At Target, we are dedicated to providing our team members with meaningful experiences that pave the way for career development. As a General Merchandise Expert at our Greenwich Street store, you will gain invaluable skills and knowledge, including:
- Guest-First Culture Expertise: Develop a deep understanding of guest service principles and contribute to a welcoming and guest-centric atmosphere that Target is known for, right here in NYC.
- Retail Business Acumen: Gain hands-on experience in retail fundamentals such as analyzing sales trends in a dynamic market, managing inventory efficiently, and improving operational processes within a high-volume store.
- Execution and Prioritization Skills: Learn to effectively manage daily and weekly workloads to meet business objectives and achieve sales targets in a fast-paced retail setting like Greenwich Street.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A GENERAL MERCHANDISE EXPERT AT GREENWICH STREET
No two days are exactly alike, but here’s what you can typically expect as a General Merchandise Expert at Target Greenwich Street:
- Guest Engagement: Create a welcoming first impression by greeting every guest with genuine enthusiasm.
- Personalized Assistance: Observe and understand guest cues to offer appropriate assistance, whether they need help or prefer to browse independently in our diverse customer base.
- Product and Store Knowledge: Engage with guests to understand their needs and provide expert advice on products, services, and store-wide offerings relevant to our Greenwich Street clientele.
- Issue Resolution: Utilize your knowledge of tools, products, and services to effectively resolve guest issues and enhance their shopping experience in our urban store.
- Gratitude and Invitation: Thank guests sincerely for choosing Target and invite them to return, fostering loyalty in the competitive NYC retail market.
- Sales Floor Ownership: Take ownership of assigned General Merchandise areas, ensuring they are well-organized, fully stocked, and accurately signed to meet guest expectations.
- Efficient Workflow: Manage workload efficiently while acknowledging guests with minimal disruption, prioritizing tasks based on sales trends and guest needs specific to our location.
- Accurate Signage: Ensure all regular and promotional signage is correctly displayed for GM categories, staying informed about advertised products to assist guests effectively.
- Merchandising Execution: Implement revisions, sales plans, and planograms for all GM categories to maintain visual appeal and maximize sales in our high-traffic store.
- Cross-Functional Support: Assist non-GM areas with transition sets and In Store Marketing (ISM) initiatives, contributing to store-wide efficiency.
- Price Accuracy: Conduct weekly price change workloads for all GM categories to maintain pricing integrity.
- Inventory Management: Perform Radio Frequency ID (RFID) scans in GM areas and conduct system audits to ensure precise inventory levels.
- Backroom Operations: Efficiently and promptly fulfill backroom requests, including guest orders, and manage backstock for GM categories.
- Aisle Management: Maintain organized and efficient backroom aisles for your GM areas, ensuring accurate inventory location.
- Inbound Processing: Process all inbound deliveries using the Receive application to guarantee inventory accuracy from the moment it arrives.
- Auditing and Compliance: Complete all daily and weekly backroom audits to maintain operational standards.
- Equipment Operation: Operate power equipment safely and responsibly, only if certified, adhering to safety protocols.
- Safety and Ethics: Demonstrate a commitment to ethical conduct, safety, and compliance in all actions.
- Hazard Management: Work safely, identify and correct potential hazards, and adhere to all safety policies and best practices.
- Guest Service Support: Support guest services as needed, including back-up cashier, order pick up (OPU), and Drive Up (DU), while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations, such as adult beverage laws.
- Adaptability: Undertake any other duties as required to meet business needs in our dynamic Greenwich Street store.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A GREENWICH STREET TEAM MEMBER
We are a fantastic fit if:
- Energetic Environment: You thrive in a fast-paced and fun work environment. We emphasize teamwork and efficiency to deliver exceptional guest experiences in a high-energy NYC store.
- Guest Service Passion: You are excited about providing outstanding service that makes guests say “I LOVE TARGET!” This guest-centric approach is at the heart of what we do at Target.
- Hands-On Work: Stocking, setting, and selling Target products resonates with you. This is the core of our daily tasks, keeping our store guest-ready.
- Active Role: You prefer an active role over a desk job, especially enjoying the weekend buzz. We are consistently busy, particularly on weekends, creating a welcoming, inspiring, and rewarding atmosphere for our guests.
While comprehensive training is provided, ideal candidates will possess:
- Helpful Demeanor: A naturally welcoming and helpful attitude towards both guests and team members is crucial for our collaborative environment.
- Tech Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to current technology to enhance efficiency and guest interactions.
- Teamwork and Independence: Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, contributing to our collective goals.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Capacity to resolve guest inquiries quickly and effectively on the spot, ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and ability to follow multi-step processes accurately, maintaining our operational standards.
TARGET GREENWICH STREET OFFERS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
We value our team members and ensure we are transparent about our expectations:
- Cash Handling Skills: Ability to accurately handle cash register operations.
- Physical Stamina: Capability to climb ladders and manage merchandise effectively.
- Physical Strength: Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise safely, including lifting up to 40 pounds frequently.
- Schedule Flexibility: Flexible work schedule availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with regular attendance being essential.
Discover the competitive benefits Target offers, from financial and educational support to comprehensive well-being programs at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Target is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application process to comply with all applicable laws. If you require assistance due to a disability, please visit your nearest Target store or contact Guest Services at 1-800-440-0680 for further support. Applications for this General Merchandise Expert role at our Greenwich Street, New York, NY location are accepted continuously, and there is no application deadline.
