Lead Specialist Procurement Ops

About us:

Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.

Right on pace with Target’s distinctive and beloved retail brand, the Procurement team works across the business to maximize every resource, asset, and relationship. We use good data, in-depth analysis, and cross-functional insights to identify and communicate best practices, elevating our sourcing and procurement activities to achieve their very highest potential.

A role with Procurement means joining a global team that drives enterprise value by owning Target’s Procure-to-Pay process and delivering end-to-end efficiency for indirect goods and services. We partner with Sourcing, Planning, Supplier Engagement, and enterprise clients to turn negotiations into realized value through smart contract and spend management. Our team enables scalable, automated solutions that strengthen compliance, supplier accountability, and operational excellence. We connect systems, people, and insights to help Target make better business decisions and maximize every procurement investment.

The IPOps team’s responsibilities include executing operational strategies and programs, maintaining partner and vendor relationships, and supporting category and procurement activities such as purchase order management, forecasting, indirect inventory management, and data analysis. These efforts are intended to provide a seamless experience for our guests in store.

As a Lead Specialist Procurement Ops, you will independently execute operational processes that facilitate planning activities across various Indirect Planning - Procurement teams. Responsibilities include purchase order management, store and field team queries, forecasting and demand-related activities, indirect inventory support, and vendor-facing communications.

Roles and Responsibilities

· Facilitate execution of processes and projects for assigned categories by working in close partnership with the Minneapolis Indirect Planning Team.

· Work with relevant vendors and internal partners on aged purchase orders and collaborate with the Indirect Inventory team to bring them to closure.

· Facilitate ordering and maintain and optimize inventory levels of indirect items at our 3PL facility.

· Provide L2 support for store queries related to assigned categories by comprehending issues, analyzing relevant information, and providing appropriate solutions.

· Support the execution of New Stores and Remodel cycles through order management for indirect planning categories.

· Support forecasting and demand planning activities for assigned indirect categories by analyzing historical demand, upcoming business needs, inventory positions, and exceptions.

· Independently execute assigned operational processes and actively participate in cross-functional discussions to resolve issues and deliver business outcomes.

· Maintain focus on KPIs and track metrics on a daily cadence. Take action in partnership with Minneapolis counterparts to ensure metrics remain on track against goals.

· Perform root cause analysis using relevant data to identify recurring issues, recommend solutions, and improve operational KPIs.

· Establish realistic plans and work schedules by prioritizing multiple tasks to complete work on time while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.

· Ensure timely updates and resolutions for partners and stakeholders. Build trust and credibility by driving results and maintaining regular interactions.

· Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities through the creative use of technology and effective partnership with relevant teams.

Requirements

· Graduate with at least 2 years of work experience in a retail organization or similar setting.

· Good knowledge of MS Office, MS Excel, and MS Access applications.

· Open to flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangements.

· Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

· Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

· Results-driven, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make timely decisions independently.

· Strong team player who values diverse voices and approaches and contributes to a safe and respectful environment where everyone can be their diverse selves.