OPT Marketplace Manager Jobs
Marketplace Manager jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in business, supply chain, or e-commerce. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions when tied to data-driven operations. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months for STEM designations, gives employers a meaningful runway to evaluate you.
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- The pay range is $73,000.00 - $132,000.00
Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests 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.
About us:
At Target, we’re dedicated to helping all families discover the joy of everyday life – whether in our stores or online. Alongside our distinctive retail brand, we continually innovate to create a seamless digital shopping experience across Target.com, Target+, and our fulfillment network. We are a guest-focused team dedicated to helping selling Partners grow on Target+ Marketplace. We collaborate with multi-category Partners to deliver a wide assortment to our guests, backed by excellent value and service. The Marketplace Partner Growth & Management Team enables growth for high-impact Partners through strategic planning, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Strategic Account Manager is responsible for managing the daily relationship with Target’s Marketplace selling Partners with a focus on growth, profitability, and market share expansion. You will manage your portfolio, accountable for GMV, revenue, margin performance, and guest experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Category Execution – Support pricing and promotions to drive growth while balancing short-term performance with long-term opportunity.
- Strengthen Target’s Marketplace – Optimize the Partner ecosystem and deliver differentiated assortments that elevate the guest experience.
- Act as Partner advocate internally – Build strong relationships with Partner leadership; collaborate with internal stakeholders (Site merchandising, Guest & Assortment Strategy, Marketplace New Business Development, Marketplace Support & Capability Development, Marketplace Operations & Services) to resolve issues, influence tools and processes, and support Partner growth.
- Turn Insights into Action – Use KPIs, guest behavior, competitive trends, and Partner analytics to shape strategies and improve conversion.
- Consult on Financial Planning – Ensure accuracy in forecasting, alignment to goals, and accountability to results for your categories.
Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.
ABOUT YOU:
- Four-year degree, B.S. and/or B.A.
- 3+ years of experience in merchandising or inventory management, forecasting, and product selection (including managing and maintaining an open-to-buy and developing strong business relationships with sellers/vendors and industry leaders).
- Strong analytical skills; able to glean insights and make business decisions based on data.
- Experience within the digital space.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and outcome focused personality preferred, ability to work in an environment similar to a startup.
- A performance-driven individual who demonstrates strong initiative and has superior leadership skills.
- Flexibility and resiliency; comfortable working in “grey areas” that are constantly changing.
- Comfortable taking risks, working through change and supporting creative chances.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with strong planning and organizational skills.
This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota.
BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY
Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_D
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.
COMPENSATION
- The pay range is $73,000.00 - $132,000.00
Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests 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.
About us:
At Target, we’re dedicated to helping all families discover the joy of everyday life – whether in our stores or online. Alongside our distinctive retail brand, we continually innovate to create a seamless digital shopping experience across Target.com, Target+, and our fulfillment network. We are a guest-focused team dedicated to helping selling Partners grow on Target+ Marketplace. We collaborate with multi-category Partners to deliver a wide assortment to our guests, backed by excellent value and service. The Marketplace Partner Growth & Management Team enables growth for high-impact Partners through strategic planning, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Strategic Account Manager is responsible for managing the daily relationship with Target’s Marketplace selling Partners with a focus on growth, profitability, and market share expansion. You will manage your portfolio, accountable for GMV, revenue, margin performance, and guest experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Category Execution – Support pricing and promotions to drive growth while balancing short-term performance with long-term opportunity.
- Strengthen Target’s Marketplace – Optimize the Partner ecosystem and deliver differentiated assortments that elevate the guest experience.
- Act as Partner advocate internally – Build strong relationships with Partner leadership; collaborate with internal stakeholders (Site merchandising, Guest & Assortment Strategy, Marketplace New Business Development, Marketplace Support & Capability Development, Marketplace Operations & Services) to resolve issues, influence tools and processes, and support Partner growth.
- Turn Insights into Action – Use KPIs, guest behavior, competitive trends, and Partner analytics to shape strategies and improve conversion.
- Consult on Financial Planning – Ensure accuracy in forecasting, alignment to goals, and accountability to results for your categories.
Core responsibilities of this job are described within this job description. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs.
ABOUT YOU:
- Four-year degree, B.S. and/or B.A.
- 3+ years of experience in merchandising or inventory management, forecasting, and product selection (including managing and maintaining an open-to-buy and developing strong business relationships with sellers/vendors and industry leaders).
- Strong analytical skills; able to glean insights and make business decisions based on data.
- Experience within the digital space.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and outcome focused personality preferred, ability to work in an environment similar to a startup.
- A performance-driven individual who demonstrates strong initiative and has superior leadership skills.
- Flexibility and resiliency; comfortable working in “grey areas” that are constantly changing.
- Comfortable taking risks, working through change and supporting creative chances.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with strong planning and organizational skills.
This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target’s needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member’s core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day. Work duties cannot be performed outside of the country of the primary work location, unless otherwise prescribed by Target. Click here if you are curious to learn more about Minnesota.
BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY
Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_D
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Marketplace Manager
Target e-commerce and platform companies first
Companies like Amazon, Etsy, and DoorDash hire Marketplace Managers at scale and have established visa sponsorship pipelines. Larger platform businesses are far more likely to have immigration counsel on retainer and HR teams experienced with OPT paperwork.
Lead with your STEM OPT eligibility
If your degree is in data analytics, information systems, or supply chain, your role likely qualifies for the 24-month STEM extension. Framing this upfront reduces employer hesitation by showing them you have a 36-month total authorization window, not just 12.
Quantify your marketplace impact on your resume
Employers sponsoring OPT want measurable proof of value. Cite GMV growth, seller acquisition rates, or conversion lift you drove. Concrete metrics signal that sponsoring you is a business decision, not a bureaucratic one, and accelerate hiring conversations.
Clarify your OPT start date and gap availability
Marketplace Manager roles often have urgent hiring timelines. Know your OPT authorization dates and communicate them clearly. Employers need to confirm you can start before or shortly after your program end date without leaving a gap in work authorization.
Research whether the role qualifies as a specialty occupation
For future H-1B visa sponsorship, Marketplace Manager must meet specialty occupation standards, typically requiring a degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Confirm the job description ties your degree to core duties before investing heavily in the application.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly Marketplace Manager roles
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for visa sponsorship willingness, saving you hours of manual research. Browsing roles there lets you focus on employers already open to OPT candidates rather than applying broadly and screening for sponsorship after the fact.
Marketplace Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Marketplace Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Marketplace Manager roles are generally eligible for F-1 OPT work authorization as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. Common qualifying degree fields include business administration, marketing, supply chain management, and information systems. You must have your EAD card in hand before your start date.
Does a Marketplace Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree and how the role is structured. If your undergraduate or graduate degree has a STEM designation and the Marketplace Manager position involves substantial data analysis, systems management, or quantitative operations, it can qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. You and your employer must submit the I-983 Training Plan to your DSO for approval before your initial OPT expires.
How do I find Marketplace Manager jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship willingness, which means significant time is spent screening out employers after applying. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this, surfacing Marketplace Manager roles from employers open to hiring F-1 OPT candidates. Searching there lets you target your applications more precisely and avoid wasted outreach.
What happens to my OPT if I'm laid off from a Marketplace Manager position?
F-1 OPT students have a 90-day cumulative unemployment limit during the standard OPT period, reduced to 60 days during the STEM extension. If you lose your Marketplace Manager job, you should notify your DSO immediately and begin actively searching for a new role in a related field. Days spent unemployed count against your total allowance even if you are job searching.
Will employers sponsor my H-1B after hiring me as a Marketplace Manager on OPT?
Many employers who hire OPT students in operations and marketplace roles do sponsor H-1B petitions, but it is not guaranteed and varies significantly by company size and policy. Marketplace Manager can qualify as a specialty occupation when the role requires a specific bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. It is worth asking directly about sponsorship intent during the offer stage, not after you have started.