Inventory Analyst - Minneapolis, MN - September 2026 Start Date

<p>The pay range is $58,100.00 - $104,600.00</p><p><span><span>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 </span><a href="https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits" target="_blank"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a><span><span>.</span></span></span></p><p><b>About us:</b></p><p>Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. <a href="https://corporate.target.com/about" target="_blank">Learn more about Target here</a>.</p><p>A role in Inventory Management means applying your specialized and well-informed point of view to what we buy, from whom, how much, and where it needs to go from there. You’ll use the right combination of data and expertise to achieve the best possible product availability through proper inventory positioning. You’ll establish and develop great relationships with our vendors to encourage on-time shipment and delivery to stores and ultimately, guests.<br><br>As an Inventory Analyst, you'll develop business strategies to drive availability and profitable sales. Make an impact by managing and allocating inventory to stores, negotiating and maintain business relationships with the largest vendors in the industry, and formulating in-depth inventory forecasts. It’s your skills that help bring guests what they want, when they want it, whether guests shop our stores or online. We’ll be supporting you with extensive training and robust development to help you grow as a strong Inventory Analyst. This position includes competitive pay and discounts, and flexible scheduling.<br><br>Core responsibilities are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.<br><br><b>About you:</b><br>• Four year degree or equivalent experience<br>• Entrepreneurial spirit with strong analytical, forecasting, problem solving, and detail orientation<br>• A performance driven individual who demonstrates strong initiative and has superior leadership skills<br>• Ability to manage large sets and interpret data<br>• Demonstrated planning, organization, and decision-making skills<br>• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively<br>• Comfortable with ambiguity</p><p><b>Benefits Eligibility</b></p>Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_D<p><b><span>Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)</span></b></p><p><span>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 </span><span>candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com.</span><span> </span><span>Non-accommodation-related</span><span> requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.  </span></p>

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