Supply Chain Merchandise Buyer

The pay range is $73,000.00 - $132,000.00 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at
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As a Produce Buyer, Fruit, you’ll drive omnichannel growth by developing profitable guest centric strategies & assortments rooted in insights, innovation, quality and emerging trends. You’ll leverage a deep understanding of guest behavior and the competitive landscape to craft strategies that fuel category performance, drive market share gains and long term growth. In this merchandising and sourcing role, you will own your produce category, building differentiated assortments that balance sales, margin, market share, freshness and supply chain complexity. You’ll play a key role in delivering the Best at Home Eating experience by curating high quality, trend forward and exclusive offerings that set Target apart. You’ll work cross functionally across your Business Unit, Quality Management, Marketing, Supply Chain, Pricing and Store Operations influencing partners and aligning strategies to drive results and deliver the Best at Home Eating experience across all channels.
Build and manage supplier and grower partnerships and negotiate contracts
Plan profitable assortments across stores and digital
Partner cross functionally with supply chain, quality management, stores and pricing teams to deliver seamless execution of your strategy
Translate business and financial performance into actionable insights while balancing margin, sales, market share and freshness
Leads with a guest first mindset and strong operational and financial acumen
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 5+ years of relevant experience
Strong collaboration, relationship building and influencing skills
Deep understanding of business metrics, insights and merchandising frameworks
Proven ability to manage complex projects in an ambiguous environment
This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will be performed both onsite at the assigned Target HQ MN location and virtually, depending on the needs of the role, team, and tasks for that day. Current in-office expectations are Monday through Thursday, subject to change based on business needs. Work duties cannot be performed outside the country of the primary work location unless otherwise prescribed by Target.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.
Application deadline is : 08/28/2026
Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves. Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at

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