Analyst Pricing Ops Target Plus

Role Overview: As an Analyst – Pricing Strategy & Operations on the Target Plus team, you will support the execution of pricing strategies, competitive analysis, and operational routines that enable Target Plus to maintain a strong price position and deliver a compelling value proposition for guests. In this role, you will analyze marketplace pricing data, support strategic pricing actions, monitor price health, and contribute insights that help improve competitiveness and business performance. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners across Category, Merchandising, Product, Data Science, and Operations teams to ensure accurate implementation of pricing decisions and support the broader growth of the Target Plus platform. The ideal candidate is curious, data-driven, detail-oriented, and eager to learn the foundations of pricing strategy and marketplace dynamics. Role Overview Pricing Strategy Support Support the development of pricing strategies by conducting foundational pricing and competitive research across categories and brands. Assist in building category-level pricing playbooks, strategy documents, and competitive pricing guardrails. Help identify strategic pricing opportunities by analyzing assortment gaps, seasonal trends, and marketplace behaviors. Contribute to strategic insights by synthesizing pricing trends and sharing implications with business partners. Stay informed on marketplace trends, competitor movements, and emerging pricing practices to support long-term strategic planning. Marketplace Pricing Support Monitor pricing data and flag variances or gaps in price index across categories. Assist in maintaining pricing playbooks and updating seasonal pricing strategies. Support daily/weekly pricing routines and ensure data accuracy. Track top-selling items to ensure competitive pricing. Apply strong attention to detail to ensure pricing accuracy and consistency. Competitive Intelligence & Insights Analyze third-party pricing trends and seller behavior. Prepare reports and dashboards to track pricing performance and competitiveness. Summarize key pricing changes and share insights with internal teams. Conduct basic deep dives to identify pricing issues or opportunities. Use data storytelling to communicate findings and support decision-making. Cross-functional Collaboration Coordinate with internal teams to align pricing actions and data accuracy. Support pricing initiatives that improve operational efficiency and marketplace performance. Build strong working relationships with cross-functional stakeholders. Key Skills & Qualifications 3-5 years of experience in analytics, pricing, retail, merchandising, or consulting (experience in e-commerce or marketplaces preferred). Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Commerce, or a related field. Strong data analysis and problem-solving capabilities. Proficiency in MS Office & O365 (Excel, Power Point, Word, Share Point, Forms). and basic dashboarding tools (e.g., Domo, Tableau). Understanding pricing concepts like price index and elasticity. Awareness of marketplace dynamics and seller behavior. Clear written and verbal communication skills. Ability to present insights and collaborate across teams. Self-starter with a proactive mindset. Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt in a dynamic environment. Why Join Target Plus: Be part of a high-growth, high-impact team shaping the future of Target’s digital marketplace. Work in a dynamic, data-driven environment with opportunities to innovate and lead. Collaborate with talented professionals across analytics, merchandising, and product. Enjoy a culture of inclusion, continuous learning, and career development. Target is one of the world’s most recognized brands and one of America’s leading retailers. We make Target our guests’ preferred shopping destination by offering outstanding value, inspiration, innovation and an exceptional guest experience that no other retailer can deliver. Target is committed to responsible corporate citizenship, ethical business practices, environmental stewardship and generous community support. Since 1946, we have given 5 percent of our profits back to our communities. Our goal is to work as one team to fulfill our unique brand promise to our guests, wherever and whenever they choose to shop. We'll contact you if you're selected for next steps. In the meantime, follow us at A Bullseye View for the latest news. Our Benefits We care about and invest 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 https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.