Strategic Food & Beverage Sourcing Lead

Target; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Target is seeking a sourcing-focused professional in Minneapolis to lead cross-functional teams in merchandising and vendor engagement. This role will drive cost goals, negotiate with suppliers, and partner across global teams to deliver high-value food and beverage products for our guests.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, strong communication, and the ability to manage a broad portfolio of products while traveling as needed, on-site four days per week at our Downtown MN HQ.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree required or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of merchandising, sourcing or inventory management experience, including vendor engagement/management; food and beverage experience preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to think strategically and conceptually.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with varying groups globally, both internal and external, to achieve business results.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.
• Accountability to manage broad range of products in different stages of development.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Cross-Functional Leadership – Build relationships with Product Development and Design, Merchandising, Planning, Responsible Sourcing, and Food Safety teams to develop and source owned brand food programs.
• Financial Results– Deliver on costing goals and drive financial results for the business. Build negotiation plans and understand varied negotiation levers to optimize value and outcomes across multiple business categories.
• Global/Business Partner Planning– Leverage understanding of global and domestic economic landscape to develop a sourcing strategy that delivers on opportunities and Target’s financial plans.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Financial skills

Communication

Education

4-year degree

Job description

Target is seeking a sourcing-focused professional in Minneapolis to lead cross-functional teams in merchandising and vendor engagement. This role will drive cost goals, negotiate with suppliers, and partner across global teams to deliver high-value food and beverage products for our guests.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, strong communication, and the ability to manage a broad portfolio of products while traveling as needed, on-site four days per week at our Downtown MN HQ.