Analyst Marketplace Partner Performance

About us: As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of America's leading retailers. Joining Target means promoting a culture of mutual care and respect and striving to make the most meaningful and positive impact. Becoming a Target team member means joining a community that values different voices and lifts each other up. Here, we believe your unique perspective is important, and you'll build relationships by being authentic and respectful. Overview about TII At Target, we have a timeless purpose and a proven strategy. And that hasn’t happened by accident. Some of the best minds from different backgrounds come together at Target to redefine retail in an inclusive learning environment that values people and delivers world-class outcomes. That winning formula is especially apparent in Bengaluru, where Target in India operates as a fully integrated part of Target’s global team and has more than 4,000 team members supporting the company’s global strategy and operations. Target Merchandising is evolving at an incredible pace. We are constantly reimagining how this $100+ billion retailer offers the innovative, guest-inspiring brands and items that Target is known and loved for. Target Plus is a strategic business initiative offering meaningful guest experiences by bringing high demand brands and on-trend selection to . We are a one-of-a-kind marketplace, carefully curated and built keeping in mind guests' current and changing needs, along with tapping into futuristic market trends. With this we are constantly improving and innovating our digital shopping experience. Role Overview: Marketplace Partner Performance Analyst will play a critical role in driving seller success on the platform by defining key performance metrics and delivering actionable insights and recommendations This role sits at the intersection of analytics, strategy, and partner growth , enabling data-driven conversations with sellers to improve performance, profitability, and long-term growth. You will empower Partner Growth teams with insights, tools, and recommendations to drive meaningful engagement with partners and improve overall marketplace performance. The responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to: Partner Performance Analytics & Insights • Define and track key seller performance metrics (GMV, conversion, traffic, in-stock, pricing competitiveness, etc.) • Develop dashboards and reporting frameworks to provide visibility into partner performance • Generate actionable insights to identify growth opportunities and performance gaps • Analyze trends across categories, partners, and SKUs to inform decision-making Partner Growth Enablement • Equip Partner Growth teams with data, insights, and recommendations for seller conversations • Support development of seller scorecards and performance frameworks • Identify levers to improve seller performance including pricing, assortment, inventory, and promotions • Enable more structured, insight-led partner engagement and tracking of improvements Profitability & Business Performance • Assess partner-level profitability and unit economics to guide decision-making • Identify opportunities to improve margins while driving growth • Balance growth and profitability through data-backed recommendations Strategic Decision Support • Translate complex data into clear narratives and business recommendations • Support strategic initiatives to improve marketplace performance and scalability • Partner with cross-functional teams (Pricing, Inventory, Promotions, Product) to align on performance drivers Reporting & Automation • Build and automate reporting solutions (Excel, DOMO, Tableau) for scalable insights • Standardize KPIs and ensure consistency in performance measurement • Continuously improve data infrastructure and reporting efficiency Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs. About you: Bachelor’s degree (., B.A., , B.B.A.); Advanced degree/MBA preferred 5–6+ years of experience in e-commerce, retail, analytics, or marketplace business roles Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in data-driven decision-making Proficiency in Excel, SQL, DOMO/Tableau or similar BI tools and Ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights and business narratives Strong stakeholder management and communication skills : Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal as well as written, together with storytelling and presentation skills. High attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Self-starter with curiosity and ability to navigate ambiguity Understanding of marketplace dynamics, seller performance levers, and e-commerce metrics Broad retail merchandising, marketing, and operations experience with proven ability to drive results within a Matrix Organization Possess Strong cognitive skills with the ability to demonstrate courage, think critically, and drive results. Ability to structure ambiguous problems, analyze complex processes, synthesize data and results, and deliver insights and solutions. Ability to develop partnerships to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders as well as be a change agent with the ability to influence change without authority.