Target Corporation Merchandise Planning Business Analyst Staff Accountant

Target Corporation Merchandise Planning Business Analyst Staff Accountant

Target Corporation America’s fourth largest retailer More than 1, 200 stores in 47 states Give back more than $2 million a week to our communities

The Location Minneapolis, Minnesota Home to 17 Fortune 500 companies Home to the largest enclosed mall in the country, the Mall of America More theater seats per capita than any city other than New York Many nationally recognized sports teams

What is Retail? Definition of Retail Dispelling the Myths of Retail Career Opportunities in Retail

Retail is Ensuring merchandising product is consistent with both the consumer’s needs and the company brand it represents Target is: an upscale discounter focusing on the hottest trend merchandise and the everyday basics all families need emphasizing style, quality, and affordability

The Myths of Retail The Stability The Hours The Salary The Benefits

The Stability Retail is one of the largest industries in the world Target Corporation is ranked 23 rd on Forbes Fortune 500 list In 2003, Target revenues were over $41 billion Goal: 2000 stores by 2010

The Hours Corporate headquarters Monday through Friday 40 -50 hours a week Retail is cyclical

The Salary Opportunity to start in low $40 K Potential to double your salary in 5 years

The Benefits Competitive Salary Best 401(k) program in retail Tuition reimbursement program Comprehensive medical and dental coverage plans Target discount

What Else Does Retail Offer? High level of responsibility Challenging career

High Level of Responsibility Business Analyst Drive your own multimillion dollar business Autonomy to make decisions Analyze how external events affect your business Staff Accountant Ensure compliance with GAAP and Target Corporation guidelines Drive audits and facilitate process improvements Analyze balance sheets to support expense control and accurate reporting

A Challenging Career Strategic thinking Market analysis Risk-taking Leadership

Career Opportunities Who goes into Merchandising? Who goes into Accounting? What is a typical career path?

Who Goes into Merchandising? Accounting majors Finance majors Marketing majors Management majors Retail majors Economics majors

Who Goes into Accounting? Finance majors Accounting majors Individuals with excellent analytical, decision-making, and organizational skills

Merchandising Career Path Manager, Merchandise Planning Business Analyst (In Training) Business Analyst Buyer Senior Business Analyst Senior Buyer Manager, Merchandise Planning Director, Merchandise Planning

Accounting Career Path Staff Accountant Senior Accountant/ Supervisor Manager Senior Manager Director

Looking for a Career With? Fast paced, ever-changing environment Autonomy Teamwork Significant responsibility Ongoing training and development Opportunity for advancement

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