Store Director – Greater Phoenix Area

Target

. Lead a large team of hourly team members, leaders, and leaders of leaders .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesLead💰 $106,000 - $212,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a large team of hourly team members, leaders, and leaders of leaders
Recruit, select, manage, and develop talent across all store departments
Build and lead a guest-first culture and consistently deliver guest experience commitments
Run a profitable growth business and drive store sales and operational goals
Create store-specific strategies and manage the team to deliver results
Set quarterly business priorities and manage the team to meet sales goals
Build partnerships with Assets Protection, Food & Beverage, Human Resources, and other key partners
Assess market competition and guest insights to make business decisions
Cultivate an engaged, guest-centric team and hold direct reports accountable
Lead onboarding, development, training, recognition, and career progression for leaders and team members
Create sustainable and equitable talent strategies in partnership with HR
Recruit, hire, and retain a passionate team with area-specific knowledge and expertise
Oversee scheduling and implement leadership schedules aligned with guest, business, and team member needs
Promote inclusivity and create equitable experiences
Review guest, financial, team, operational, safety, and food safety metrics to identify gaps and improve performance
Build and execute plans for efficient operations and future growth
Establish routines, action plans, goals, and expectations to address operational shortage
Manage sales trends, leadership headcount, payroll, and hourly overtime to drive profitability
Build community relationships and address local needs
Collaborate with field partners to solve problems and drive continuous operational improvement
Own store safety, security, compliance, emergency response, and food safety
Validate merchandise protection strategies and physical security processes
Assume store-level leadership-on-duty responsibilities during assigned shifts
Model and enforce ethical conduct, safety, and compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

4-year degree or equivalent experience
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Team leadership and engagement
Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial and quantitative analysis
Ability to manage conflict and lead and hold others accountable
Ability to relate well with and interact with all levels of the organization
Welcoming and helpful attitude
Ability to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently
Ability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes
Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners and other technology equipment as directed
Ability to access all areas of the building
Ability to interpret instructions, reports, and information
Ability to accurately handle cash register operations as needed
Ability to climb up and down ladders as needed
Ability to scan, handle, and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds without additional assistance
Ability to work in and be exposed to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements
Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift
Flexible work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Reliable and prompt attendance
Willingness to work variable hours, days, or shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, closing shifts, and peak shopping times

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more
401(k)
Employee discount
Short term disability
Long term disability
Paid sick leave
Paid national holidays
Paid vacation
Financial, education, and well-being benefits and programs
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities