Target

Manager, Strategy & Insights

Target$90K — $135K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, advanced degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in strategic operations consulting, retail, supply chain, or related industries.
  • Experience in developing business/value cases and financial forecasting.
  • Proven track record of leading cross-functional groups through influence.
  • Strong analytical skills for problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Experience in various types of analysis, including financial and process analysis.
  • Demonstrated project management skills with a focus on execution and timelines.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and evaluate critical strategic problems and priorities.
  • Catalyze action through strategy measurement and value management.
  • Lead high-impact research to define company strategies in new categories.
  • Orchestrate an internal insights Center of Excellence.
  • Partner with vendors to execute a comprehensive insights roadmap.
  • Coordinate working sessions with stakeholders on analytical work streams.
  • Build executive-ready project deliverables for tactical and strategic support.

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid work arrangement with options to work from home or in-office.
  • Significant opportunity to influence and drive organizational strategy.
  • Access to high-quality data and insights through partnership with intelligence vendors.
  • Role includes collaboration with senior leaders and core business functions.
  • Potential for professional growth through exposure to critical cross-functional efforts.
Full Job Description
Impact
As a Manager, Strategy and Insights, you will be responsible for working across functions and with senior leaders to help identify and evaluate critical strategic problems and priorities, catalyzing action against them through strategy measurement and value management. Acting as a strategist, consultant, and implementer, you will play a critical role in helping to build a healthy organization, setting the right strategy and process, and driving critical cross-functional efforts in close step with senior leadership.

While no two days are the same, you will work alongside core business functions to bring Shipt’s enterprise strategies to life and lead high-impact research to define our right to win in new or emerging categories. You will serve as the lead orchestrator for an internal insights Center of Excellence, partnering with intelligence vendors to build and execute a comprehensive insights roadmap that democratizes access to high-quality data. Additionally, you will lead analytical work streams to build business and value cases, coordinate working sessions with stakeholders, and build Executive ready" project deliverables to provide tactical and strategic support on a range of executive-level operations.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful
What You'll Need to Be Successful
  • You have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (an advanced degree is preferred).
  • You have 5+ years of practical experience, including strategic operations consulting roles, retail, supply chain, or other applicable industry experience.
  • You have experience developing business/value cases and financial forecasting to achieve company and business unit strategies.
  • You have experience leading cross-functional groups through influence to develop and implement new capabilities.
  • You have strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down problems into fundamental parts, identify root causes, synthesize findings, and make informed decisions.
  • You have experience with different types of analysis (e.g., financial analysis and modeling, process analysis, statistical measurement analysis).
  • You have strong experience in project management, with the ability to manage execution, coordinate, prioritize, establish goals, and ensure timelines are met.
  • You have a proven ability to influence and communicate complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing (including proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint).
  • You have a demonstrated high level of initiative and organization, with the ability to be resilient and adaptable


Pay Range: $90,000 - $135,000

Please note that the salary range above is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

Skills & Education

This list includes key skills used in this job but is not inclusive of all skills needed for the role. Please see any required education below.

Analytical Problem Solving, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Executive Communications, Strategic Evaluation, Strategic Planning

 

Work Arrangement

Shipt considers candidates located near a Shipt office or workspace in Birmingham, San Francisco, or Minneapolis to be hybrid, which means that they have the flexibility to work from home (with leader approval) or at a Shipt office in order to facilitate the ability to innovate, collaborate, and spark team connections. In-office expectations will vary by role and leader.  Certain roles may require in-office presence on a full-time basis. Please work with your recruiter to learn more about the classification of this role.

About Target

Target Careers

Joining Target means more than just securing a job—it's an opportunity to foster a career filled with growth, innovation, and leadership. As one of the most recognized retail brands in the world, Target offers a range of job opportunities that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Whether you're looking for your first internship or a significant leadership role, Target provides a platform where your career can flourish.

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At Target, every team member plays a critical role in driving our mission forward. You'll be part of a culture that values diversity, leadership, and professional growth. Our team is committed to innovation and being at the forefront of the retail industry. From in-store positions to corporate roles, each job at Target is geared towards enhancing our service and organizational success.

Join Our Dynamic Team

Target is not just a company; it's a community where you can build a meaningful career. Our team members enjoy comprehensive benefits that support both their professional and personal lives, including health coverage, educational resources, and exclusive employee discounts. Moreover, Target is dedicated to leadership and diversity training, ensuring that all employees have the opportunity to succeed and lead.

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With Target, you're encouraged to innovate and take charge of your career path. Our leadership programs help aspiring managers and executives gain the necessary skills to advance and make impactful decisions. By joining Target, you're stepping into a role that supports growth and leadership through hands-on experience and state-of-the-art training programs.

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Size
450,000 employees
Market Cap
$66.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.3 billion
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+8.6%
Revenue
$93.5 billion
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