Director of Enterprise Strategy Development - Shaping the Future of Retail at Target Corporation

Transforming Retail through Strategic Innovation

At Target Corporation, we're on a mission to make everyday life more enjoyable for all families. As a leader in the retail industry, we're committed to bold strategic thinking, best-in-class execution, and impactful innovation. Our Enterprise Strategy team is at the forefront of driving profitable enterprise growth by exploring new opportunities, driving strategic focus, and transforming our business. We're seeking an exceptional Director of Enterprise Strategy Development to join our team and help shape our long-term strategic direction.

About the Role

As Director of Enterprise Strategy Development, you will lead a team of business strategists in identifying and harnessing enterprise growth opportunities. You'll apply your analytical problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and passion for innovation to drive business decisions and advance our long-term strategic efforts. This is a high-visibility role that requires strong leadership presence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence without authority.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multiple project teams on strategy consulting-like engagements to identify and harness enterprise or business unit growth opportunities.
• Develop new concepts and businesses that meet future needs in the fast-evolving multi-channel retail landscape by understanding retail trends, competitors, and consumers.
• Become a thought partner to senior executives, influencing decisions in line with business unit and enterprise strategy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and effectively influence without authority to drive business decisions and advance long-term strategic efforts.
• Coordinate and collaborate with partners across other Insights, Strategy, and Innovation teams to maximize the strategic impact of work.
• Be responsible for the long-term development of Direct Reports and coach and develop project team members (Principals, Leads, and Sr. Analysts).
• Act as a core member of the Enterprise Strategy Development leadership team, prioritizing resources, setting overall team direction, and representing the team's professional and fun culture.
• Work closely with VP, Enterprise Strategy and Growth, and Sr. Director, Enterprise Strategy Development, in plotting future strategic opportunities for company growth.

Essential Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• A 4-year or advanced degree, with an MBA preferred.
• A minimum of five years of work experience after graduate school in strategic leadership roles or equivalent of 10+ years of strategic management experience.
• Prior experience in engagement/project leadership with a top management or innovation consulting firm or in a Fortune 100-level corporate strategy group.
• An understanding of industry practices and the competitive retail landscape across channels and segments.
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple, disparate projects at the same time, simultaneously managing working team, partner, and senior executive relationships.
• A track record of developing and owning critical stakeholder relationships (VP/SVP/EVP-level) across the enterprise to help influence and guide strategic recommendations.
• 3+ years of people management experience, including leading and coaching leaders of people.

Preferred Qualifications

To stand out as an ideal candidate, you'll also have:

• Strong conceptual skills, including the ability to translate consumer research and observations into actionable opportunities.
• The ability to champion a culture of bold strategic thinking, inclusive of hiring, training, and influencing.
• Demonstrated success in motivation and leadership, including strong people leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and leading strategic dialogue for SVP/EVP-level leaders.
• The ability to take risks, challenge the status quo, and work under ambiguous circumstances.

What We Offer

At Target, we care about and invest in our team members, so they can take care of themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• A competitive salary ($125,600 - $226,100).
• Comprehensive health benefits and programs, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee discount.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.

Work Environment and Culture

This role may be considered for a Remote or Hybrid work arrangement based on Target's needs. As a Remote team member, you'll work full-time from home or an alternate location, with up to 4 trips to HQ per year. As a Hybrid team member, your core role may be performed either remotely or onsite at a Target location, depending on your role, team, and tasks.

At Target, we're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment that values bold strategic thinking, innovation, and teamwork. We're passionate about helping all families discover the joy of everyday life, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team.

Career Growth Opportunities

As a Director of Enterprise Strategy Development, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Develop your leadership skills and expertise in strategic planning and execution.
• Collaborate with senior executives and cross-functional teams to drive business decisions.
• Shape the future of retail at Target Corporation.
• Grow your career in a dynamic and innovative company.

How to Apply

If you're a motivated and strategic thinker with a passion for innovation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application by January 26, 2025, to be considered.

Join our team and help shape the future of retail!