RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and implement strategic initiatives for Technical team that align to the Company strategies.
• Drive the Technical presence on various cross‐functional committees to foster collaboration for ongoing efficiencies in process and team performance.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Technical Design process, systems, and product development.
• Convey and present new strategies to senior management and Merchandising partners effectively.
• Partner with senior leaders within Product Design & Development to drive for continuous improvement and efficiencies within the current business model.
• Leads the development and evaluation of tools and standards to streamline the development process. Proactively identifies new tool needs and collaborates in their development/deployment.
• Champion brand integrity by meeting product standards across categories
• Maintain an appropriate working knowledge of applicable government regulatory requirements, safety protocols and Target performance standards.
• Partner with HQ TD's to understand competitors and benchmarks for specified owned brands to continuously evaluate and compare Target products to that of the competition.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Product Development with emphasis in textiles and clothing required
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience
• Technical knowledge of garment construction, production techniques and specifications as applicable to merchandise area of expertise
• Experience in writing of product technical specifications required
• Experience in evaluating apparel fit required
• Knowledge and experience working for US retailer
• Experience with working across national borders and with team members from different cultural backgrounds
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Benefits

Eligible team members will receive one of the best earnings packages anywhere, including competitive pay, all-around insurance coverage, training and development and many other perks and benefits. Target is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 

Interested parties please apply in writing with detailed resume, last salary and expected salary.

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About Target©

Expect the Best. At Target, we have a vision: to become the best – the best culture and brand, the best place for growth and the company with the best reputation. We offer an inclusive, collaborative and energetic work environment that rewards those who perform. We deliver engaging, innovative and on-trend experiences for our team members and our guests. We invest in our team members’ futures by developing leaders and providing a breadth of opportunities for professional development. It takes the best to become the best, and we are committed to building a team that does the right thing for our guests, shareholders, team members and communities.

Minneapolis-based Target Corporation serves guests at stores nationwide and at Target.com. Target is committed to providing a fun and convenient shopping experience with access to unique and highly differentiated products at affordable prices. Since 1946, the corporation has given 5 percent of its income through community grants and programs like Take Charge of Education©.

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