Target Presentation
Transcript: Summary Agenda Threats Problem Tough Competition: Wal-Mart, Amazon, Kohl's Competitors signing private label brands Target shoppers are aiming even lower to save more money Discussed the issue with the need to create more diversity Identified key strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats Discussed possible ways to recruit more diverse team members Discussed current and possible future target markets Identified key products, locations, promotion, and pricing. Target Market Wide selection of products. Clothing items for men, women, and children, to hair and beauty products, pet supplies, outdoor equipment, to select food items. Discount $1-$3 items, school supplies, jewelry, and electronics. Collaboration with designers Weaknesses • A range of guest segments • Guests are typically young, well-educated, moderate-to-better income families who live active lifestyles • Median age of guests is 41 • Median income of $63,000, 56% have completed college, and 44% have children at home Strengths Tapping into International Markets Adding more exciting products and product lines Focusing more on fashion merchandising and private label brands Looking into diverse employees to attract different guests Promotion To ensure a wide enough assortment of merchandise that is relevant and accommodating to all of the diverse guests that shop at Target stores Colleges and Universities- Research statistics New opportunity programs Educational programs to earn manager position, learn English High Schools Attend career days Inform students of benefits Recruit by advertising in cultural magazines Current Place November 2013 Currently 1,921 Target locations, Most U.S. based Over 100 locations in Canada. Internet based as well Problem SWOT Analysis Team Member Recruitment Target Market Marketing Mix Summary SWOT Analysis Quality is the key focus Aims to offer top products at a reasonable price. Caters to middle class shoppers with its prices, but also offers a selection of discounted goods ranging from $1-$5. Products Jessica Nguyen Lindsey Story Ved Jain Hannah Williams Mier Mahbub Shannon Minor Price Marketing Mix Future Red and white bulls eye Recognizes the shift towards the electronic world, and promotes via Email as well. Participates on social media platforms • Target should keep the focus on its original guests • Few ways to achieve more diversity • In doing so, Target will attract a more diverse consumer base Strong Brand Awareness and Recognition Customer Retention Employee Retention Competitive Pricing Business and Operation Strategies Very Small Global Presence Not as many stores as its main competitor Wal-Mart Past Legal Cases affecting brand image (ex. Recent Security Breach) Team Member Recruitment Opportunities