Jill Sando

Jill Sando is an accomplished retail professional who currently holds the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer at Target.

Having joined Target in 1997 as an associate buyer, Jill has since excelled in various roles within merchandising, planning, and product design & development.

With a keen eye for trends and curation, Jill oversees all buying activities for Target's hardlines and softlines product categories, ensuring the company stays ahead by anticipating guests' needs.

Jill played a pivotal role in the category reinvention of Target's home business, focusing on enhancing the owned brand portfolio.

Prior to her tenure at Target, Jill began her retail career at Younkers department store in Des Moines, Iowa.

Outside of her professional commitments, Jill is actively engaged in philanthropy and serves on the board of directors for Perspectives, a non-profit organization dedicated to aiding at-risk families and children.

Additionally, Jill is a member of World 50, a private community for world-class executives from globally respected organizations.

Jill holds a bachelor's degree in Marketing and Communications from the University of North Dakota and has furthered her education through programs in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Global Accelerator, and Design Thinking.

Her extensive experience and leadership positions at Target validate her as a seasoned professional in the retail industry.