GM Team Leader: Guest Experience & Operations

Target; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Employee discount

Paid time off

Job summary

Target is seeking a General Merchandise Team Leader to guide hourly staff, drive guest-first service, and manage daily store operations to meet sales goals.

You will collaborate with leaders to plan department workload, train teammates, and execute merchandising and inventory tasks while maintaining a safe, compliant store environment. Strong communication and leadership are essential in a fast-paced retail setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong guest service orientation and communication skills.
• Experience leading a team in retail environment preferred.
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Consistently deliver guest experience commitments and ensure service standards.
• Lead hourly team members, interview, develop, coach, and retain talent.
• Plan daily/weekly workload to meet department and store priorities.
• Oversee merchandising, stock, pricing, signing, and floor displays to support sales goals.
• Provide coaching and feedback to improve performance and guest experience.
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures and store policies.

Skills

Guest service

Retail operations

Team leadership

Coaching & training

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Handheld scanners

POS system

Job description

Target is seeking a General Merchandise Team Leader to guide hourly staff, drive guest-first service, and manage daily store operations to meet sales goals.

You will collaborate with leaders to plan department workload, train teammates, and execute merchandising and inventory tasks while maintaining a safe, compliant store environment. Strong communication and leadership are essential in a fast-paced retail setting.