Target's leadership truly empowers personal and professional growth, fostering an environment where we care, grow and win together.
F&B OB Sourcing Analyst
Job Id: R0000433663
About us:
Target is an iconic brand, a Fortune 50 company and one of America’s leading retailers.
At Target, food is life. So it’s the mission of our Food & Beverage Owned Brand team is to help
our guests more easily discover the joy of food. We thrive on giving families new favorite ways
to eat well and cook less, simply and affordably. With curated in-store experiences and a
streamlined assortment designed to inspire and save time, we understand the importance of
food to our guests’ everyday life—from snack duty
at soccer practice to important family gatherings and holidays. Join us where you’ll partner
with people from literally every area of the business. Here, you’ll help dream up new ways
to offer our guests a reliably wonderful experience with the freshness, selection and value they
expect and deserve from Target. Be a part of the team, sourcing outstanding food and beverage
products for our guests.
Target is an iconic brand, a Fortune 50 company and one of America’s leading retailers.
At Target, food is life. So it’s the mission of our Food & Beverage Owned Brand team is to help
our guests more easily discover the joy of food. We thrive on giving families new favorite ways
to eat well and cook less, simply and affordably. With curated in-store experiences and a
streamlined assortment designed to inspire and save time, we understand the importance of
food to our guests’ everyday life—from snack duty
at soccer practice to important family gatherings and holidays. Join us where you’ll partner
with people from literally every area of the business. Here, you’ll help dream up new ways
to offer our guests a reliably wonderful experience with the freshness, selection and value they
expect and deserve from Target. Be a part of the team, sourcing outstanding food and beverage
products for our guests.
As an F&B OB Sourcing Analyst, you will build and strengthen vendor relationships to enhance
reliability and performance. Your role includes managing vendor onboarding, improving vendor
performance, and supporting cross-functional vendor management. You will develop in-depth
knowledge of vendors and key manufacturing and logistical processes to optimize efficiency and
reliability. Ensure vendor capabilities align with Target’s priorities to meet our guests' needs.
reliability and performance. Your role includes managing vendor onboarding, improving vendor
performance, and supporting cross-functional vendor management. You will develop in-depth
knowledge of vendors and key manufacturing and logistical processes to optimize efficiency and
reliability. Ensure vendor capabilities align with Target’s priorities to meet our guests' needs.
About this role:
PCE Commercialization Planning and alignment
Drive the vendor communication and scheduling post business award leading to the
first production alignment/ review and through the transition. Identify risks to
successful set and work with internal CFT and vendor partners to solve or mitigate
risks.
Vendor System Set-up and Onboarding – Directly support vendor onboarding
through the submission of new vendor system requests and the tracking of vendor
set-up completion. Initiate process, track/confirm vendor facility registration in
multiple systems and provide resources. Follow-up on any missing information and
escalate as necessary. Assist with vendor chargeback disputes and tracking.
Execute projects on Vendor performance, Matrix management and margin
Improvement – Support projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing vendor
performance, optimizing vendor matrix management, and improving overall margins.
This includes developing and implementing strategies to address performance gaps,
streamline vendor interactions, and increase cost-efficiency.
PCE Commercialization Planning and alignment
Drive the vendor communication and scheduling post business award leading to the
first production alignment/ review and through the transition. Identify risks to
successful set and work with internal CFT and vendor partners to solve or mitigate
risks.
Vendor System Set-up and Onboarding – Directly support vendor onboarding
through the submission of new vendor system requests and the tracking of vendor
set-up completion. Initiate process, track/confirm vendor facility registration in
multiple systems and provide resources. Follow-up on any missing information and
escalate as necessary. Assist with vendor chargeback disputes and tracking.
Execute projects on Vendor performance, Matrix management and margin
Improvement – Support projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing vendor
performance, optimizing vendor matrix management, and improving overall margins.
This includes developing and implementing strategies to address performance gaps,
streamline vendor interactions, and increase cost-efficiency.
About you:
4-year degree
2-3 years merchandising, sourcing, or inventory management experience, including
vendor engagement/management; food and beverage experience preferred.
Knowledge of sustainable and responsible sourcing practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with
vendors and internal stakeholders. Strong negotiation and vendor management
skills.
Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
simultaneously. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Accountability to manage a broad range of projects in different stages of
development.
Able to demonstrate flexibility in approach and adapt to changing priorities and
requirements. Resourceful and able to work independently on filling in gaps of
information.
Curiosity and drive for seeking and promoting new ideas, in combination with solid
business judgment. Capability to analyze data and determine actionable steps.
Proficiency in MS Office suite, data analysis, and reporting.
4-year degree
2-3 years merchandising, sourcing, or inventory management experience, including
vendor engagement/management; food and beverage experience preferred.
Knowledge of sustainable and responsible sourcing practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with
vendors and internal stakeholders. Strong negotiation and vendor management
skills.
Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
simultaneously. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Accountability to manage a broad range of projects in different stages of
development.
Able to demonstrate flexibility in approach and adapt to changing priorities and
requirements. Resourceful and able to work independently on filling in gaps of
information.
Curiosity and drive for seeking and promoting new ideas, in combination with solid
business judgment. Capability to analyze data and determine actionable steps.
Proficiency in MS Office suite, data analysis, and reporting.
Beware of hiring scams
Target will never ask you to submit personal information via a text message for a position. Target will only ask you to apply for positions through indiajobs.target.com, corporate.target.com/careers, or Workday, our applicant tracking system.
Competitive benefits
We are proud to provide benefits that support you, your family and your future.
Health and well-being
Target in India (TII) prioritizes our people by offering healthcare support, fitness programs, teleheath benefits (i.e., screenings and consultations) and 24/7 confidential mental well-being telecounseling support.
Financial well-being
Your financial well-being is bright with TII's comprehensive flexible insurance program, National Pension System, learning assistance program, day care support and much more.
Paid time off
TII encourages work-life balance with paid time off like privilege, casual, bereavement and parental leaves that offer support in all stages of life.
Competitive pay
TII knows our people are everything and proudly provides equitable and competitive pay.
Other benefits
From digitalized cafeteria solutions to transportation services to broadband reimbursement, enjoy special everyday perks.
Creating a culture of joy
We bring out the best in each other every day.
Inclusivity
We value diverse voices and approaches. We act with authenticity and respect. We create equitable experiences for all.
Connection
We build trusted relationships. We collaborate across business functions. We recognize and celebrate progress.
Drive
We do what is right for Target, our team and guests. We deliver results that matter. We continually learn by valuing progress over perfection.
Grow with Target
We are fully invested in your personal and professional growth because our people are our power.
Team news
Stories of our Target team members in action.
Want to receive job alerts?
Stay up-to-date with relevant Target opportunities sent right to your inbox.
*All fields required.
Please provide your first name.
Please provide your last name.
Please provide your email address.
Email address must be formatted correctly.
Location must be selected from autocomplete suggestions
By submitting your information, you acknowledge that you have read our Career Privacy Notice and consent to receive email job alerts and other career-related communications from Target.