Does anyone know what the non compete contract says exactly? How do we know if we signed one? Could I work for a vendor as long as I wasn't the primary contact, but was still on Target's account?

Has anyone heard any thing about all of Finance going to India?

Did anyone else get an email about cobra benefits sent to their spouse only to have Target send a follow up email stating it was sent in error and should be disregarded?

Can anyone tell me how so many layoffs all at once take place, as far as notification? Is a mass e-mail that is sent out? Assuming that at times it will be many hundreds all in the same day, I am just wondering how they go about it.

I know several students who have accepted offers into the Technology Leadership Program and were destined to start in June following graduation. Is there a chance that these offers may be rescinded before then?

(Sarcasm) Maybe the mass layoffs will free up even more money for Management to have their bloated million dollar corporate event each year where they fly in famous singers..etc... My thoughts are that Target will become more like Walgreens - and the... — read more 

How many base weeks plus weeks per year served?

I know that is a gross oversimplification, yet the overhead of such a huge staff must be insane. I feel bad for those losing thir jobs, yet I wonder how Target became so bloated.

I feel cutting the bloat is the right move but I still have this feeling that some people who really should behelps accountable are getting away with it.. I have seen a huge organization being built by a set of VPs directors and other so called... — read more 

Why not to start cutting all the high " command" perks. No more first class trips,no more private jets, no more lobster or expensive cognac, etc, etc.... you name it.

Why not to start cutting all the high " command" perks. No more first class trips,no more private jets, no more lobster or expensive cognac, etc, etc.... you name it.

Originally it was reported Target's board of directors was able to slash Steinhafel's compensation on his way out, but upon further review, his stock options, 401(k), and pension pumped the golden parachute up to a whopping $61 million. On top of... — read more 

Instead of cutting done down the pyramide people why not to cut VP"s. Reduce the salaries of the CEO CFO and the rest of the bunch. They never will do a sacrifice for the company. Like to see those high wages top executive panicking when things go... — read more 

Surprised to see few TM's online who were removed on Feb11 lay off cycle. But they joined in different teams.

Any word on layoffs today and on what level?

Does everyone have one (been here so long I can't remember if I do) or are there newly generated agreements drawn up with your severance package? Meaning are you required to sign on the dotted line in order to get your money? Anyone have theirs... — read more 

Over the past 10-12 months two distribution centers have been rumored to be closing. The DC that I work in has been lighter in freight than I have seen in 15 years and the atmosphere suggests that something is up. Has anyone heard anything that... — read more 

Has anyone heard any word about whether or not they will rescind offers from those recently hired who are scheduled to start in June?

Writing your goodbye email, saving contacts... What else are people up to to prepare "just in case?"

Gregg left the company in a tough place. Cornell has been through this rodeo before when Sam's Club got rid of 11,200 jobs in 2010. Look back to gain some insights on how this may go down.

Has anyone heard any TTS-specific rumors? I've heard they are still very focused on HIRING technical talent, but the TTS organization is obviously out-spending its competition. I just haven't heard any good information about what the future... — read more 

The fact that most of this forum is arguing and agreeing that certain positions are a joke is proof positive that this company NEEDS the layoffs. so far I've heard Merch, TTS, TSS, Marketing, PDD, Finance early on...... However, no one speaks of the... — read more 

Heard the broad sword layoffs will be March 10th and the scalpal layoffs all be April 21st.

There were no layoffs yesterday, probably because there are not that many VPs here.

Hope they take better decisions in Future and make the people who took them accountable

In PDD I have heard they are requesting that people hold on travel (for business AND personal) next week. Some are getting special green lights for crucial international travel that would be expensive to re-book however. Any other areas getting... — read more 

I cannot control what happens in all off this, but there is something I can do. Every day I pray that the people on my team will be blessed as we all go through these changes. I also pray for wisdom for Target leadership.

I feel the axe shouldve fallen on the likes of Shelley and they should have kept mike and john. the way shelley leads her team is a joke..

and when are we expecting the mass layoffs?

This board proves that even with all the coffees and gtkys we have no idea what our counterparts do. We can't all be both overworked and do nothing. This is a major problem and contributes to culture issues.

Both merch and TSS are overstaffed. PM roles are a joke as the buyers could work directly with the TSS teams overseas - many PMs should be eliminated. Some buyer work can be shifted to category managers. If they automate more of merch BA role, then... — read more 

Since it's 10 a.m. over there, how is the overall mood in Bangalore? Is it as bad as it's here at the HQ? What are the rumors you guys are hearing?

Just finished mine. If it goes down like last round, 7:00am Meeting Invites are sent to those who are let go. 9:00am Mass Layoff Notification Meeting 9:30 - 11:00 Last chance to grab docs and items from your desk, send final emails, cry like a man... — read more 

How many of you met him? I am sad that if I get fired I will not have pet the cute doggy :(