Lead Data Analyst - Stores SPIDA (Remote Eligible)

The Stores Performance, Insights, Data & Analytics Team rapidly develops and deploys new innovations to improve existing processes and enable new capabilities that drive productivity, create a great Guest and Team Member experience. We are looking for exceptional people who are proactive, curious, creative, independent, innovative, practical, and comfortable with ambiguity. Are you a critical thinker who seeks the root cause and can analyze both qualitatively and quantitatively? Are you a creative problem-solver who simplifies problems, quickly identifies solutions, and can build and execute effective plans to address? If so, you will have success on one of our dynamic teams.

The Stores Performance, Insights, Data & Analytics Team leverages business experience, thought leadership, and analytical acumen to elevate problem solving for Stores. The Stores Performance, Insights, Data & Analytics Team provides an ideal opportunity to work within a highly collaborative team managing complex solutions. A role on our team means being central to the innovation within Target Stores. As a Lead Stores Analyst, you will play an important role in developing and supporting data and analytical needs related to capabilities in our stores. You'll be working in a dynamic and challenging environment where new technologies are deployed constantly, and processes are evolving quickly as these operations mature. Here, you'll leverage data, statistics, and visualization to create actionable insights that deliver value across all Target functions. Our savvy reporting and analytics pros use market-leading tools and data automation to make a positive impact that's felt across the business. You'll be part of a team of analysts supporting Stores through active exploration of data, technologies and the application of mathematical techniques that enables actionable business insights to include the development of metrics, reports and statistics. A very critical role you'll play is sharing out these insights through training/communication opportunities with end users to gather feedback, apply learned insights and testing in partnership with business users. Along the way you'll be applying best practices for data wrangling, analysis and visualization by sharing well documented solutions with others (clients, peers, etc.) while upskilling on new and emerging technologies with a continuous improvement mindset. In addition, active participation in team meetings and contributing to agile ceremonies.

A role within our team means being a part of the team that enables faster, smarter, and more scalable decision-making to compete and win the modern retail market!

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement metrics, reports, visualizations, and statistical analyses to support business objectives
• Collaborate with business partners to understand their needs and translate them into analytical solutions
• Design, execute, and document data analyses and coding projects while adhering to data management principles and best practices
• Apply the scientific method to design tests, conduct experiments, and generate actionable insights from observational data
• Build and maintain robust database architectures, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in data extraction, transformation, and loading processes
• Stay up-to-date with new and evolving technologies, incorporating them into workflows to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Provide training and guidance to team members and stakeholders on reporting tools, data visualization, and analytical best practices
• Understand dependencies within Business Intelligence (BI) systems and ensure seamless integration across tools and platforms
• Partner with Store Operations and other domain teams to enhance processes and support decision-making through data-driven insights

Core responsibilities of this job are articulated within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.

• 4-year degree in Quantitative disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or equivalent experience
• 5 plus years of experience in data visualization, Python programming and statistical analysis
• Proven track record in developing metrics, reports, and visualizations while documenting code and adhering to best practices in data management
• Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Python, R, or similar tools
• Experience with data visualization platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, or equivalent tools
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to present complex data insights clearly and effectively
• Ability to learn, teach, and apply advanced reporting and analytical tools and methodologies
• Demonstrated experience with Store Processes and domain expertise is a plus
• Ability to mentor data analysts and help establish BI standards, architecture patterns and best practices
• Self-driven, results-oriented and able to meet tight deadlines
• Motivated team player who thrives in a collaborative global environment

This position may be considered for a Remote or Hybrid (known internally at Target as "Flex for Your Day") work arrangement based on Target's needs. A Remote work arrangement means the team member works full-time from home or an alternate location that's not a Target location, does not have a desk at a Target location and may travel to HQ up to 4 times a year. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member's core role may be performed either remote or onsite at a Target location depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target., Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_E

Target offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance plans. Plus, get free 24/7 virtual care and mental health support.

Financial well-being

Your financial future is bright with TGT 401(k) offering 5% eligible contribution matching and more discount and reimbursement programs.

Paid time off

Target encourages work-life balance by offering seven paid holidays, paid sick time, paid family leave, and a flexible paid time off plan that doesn't require time tracking (unless in a location where it is legally required).

Education assistance

Target's industry-leading education assistance benefit, Dream to Be, offers tuition-free programs to support your growth.

Market-leading pay

Target is a proud pay leader in retail and highly competitive with other large companies, providing equitable and competitive pay for all.

Team Target discount

Team members get a 10% discount at all Target stores and Target.com, along with 20% off wellness products and 20% off adult owned-brand apparel and accessories. Plus, get an additional 5% savings with a Target Circle Card. More about pay & benefits

Eligibility requirements may vary based on position, average hours worked, length of service and program requirements. Benefits are subject to change.

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