Lead, Specialty Sales — Inspire Guest Experience

Target; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Employee discounts

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Target is seeking a Specialty Sales Team Leader in San Jose, CA. You will lead a team to deliver exceptional guest service, manage daily operations, and ensure merchandising meets brand standards. The role emphasizes coaching, planning, and creating an engaging guest experience.

You will develop team members, coordinate with leadership, and drive sales while upholding safety and compliance in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous retail experience preferred, but not required.
• Lead and hold others accountable.
• Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
• Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members.
• Effective communication skills.
• Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver guest experience commitments to create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly experience.
• Ensure team understands and delivers Target's guest experience commitments and operations.
• Observe and provide feedback; hold team members accountable while recognizing great moments.
• Review area metrics to identify opportunities and drive results.
• Model and coach a culture of exceptional guest service and inclusivity.
• Plan daily/weekly workload to meet store goals and merchandising plans.
• Lead and develop consultants to be knowledgeable and passionate about products.
• Assign daily tasks to team members based on workload and traffic patterns.
• Encourage use of department tools to engage guests and drive purchases.
• Partner with vendors to maintain brand standards and merchandising.

Skills

Guest service

Teamwork

Flexibility

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Handheld scanners

Cash registers

Job description

Target is seeking a Specialty Sales Team Leader in San Jose, CA. You will lead a team to deliver exceptional guest service, manage daily operations, and ensure merchandising meets brand standards. The role emphasizes coaching, planning, and creating an engaging guest experience.

You will develop team members, coordinate with leadership, and drive sales while upholding safety and compliance in a fast-paced retail environment.