Posted: Jan 7, 2026
Transform the Future of Supply Chain and Logistics with Target Join our innovative team as a Senior Operations Research Scientist and play a key role in shaping the future of supply chain and logistics strategy for one of America's leading retailers. As a Fortune 50 company with over 350,000 team members worldwide, Target is committed to delivering joy to millions of guests, team members, and communities. We're seeking a talented professional to optimize our global supply chain, analyze large data sets, and develop complex algorithms to solve real-world problems. In this role, you will: Develop cutting-edge data pipelines, optimization, and simulation models to design and operate our global supply chain efficiently Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, data scientists, and business stakeholders, to gather inputs and understand business processes Utilize operations research methodologies to solve complex business problems and provide insights to leadership teams Interpret results from models and develop clear, concise inferences to influence decision-making with senior leadership teams About You: 4-year degree in quantitative disciplines (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or equivalent experience PhD or MS in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or equivalent work experience 3+ years of experience in retail supply chain or equivalent domain experience Demonstrated industry experience in probability, statistics, optimization, and simulation Strong experience in SQL and programming in Python or R Extensive knowledge of supply chain concepts, including forecasting, inventory planning, optimization, and logistics What We Offer: Competitive salary range: $93,800.00 - $168,800.00 Comprehensive health benefits and programs, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more 401(k), employee discount, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation Opportunity to work remotely or in a hybrid arrangement Professional development and growth opportunities How to Apply: Seize this opportunity to make a significant impact and apply now to take the first step towards a rewarding new role. Apply for this job