Sr. FSQR Scientist, Compliance & Labeling

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 . Job Title: Sr. FSQR Scientist - Compliance & Labeling Classification: Exempt Date: August 2026 About us: Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture.  Learn more about Target here .   To match the signature style and passion of Target’s distinctive and beloved retail brand, Target Legal Affairs is a dynamic and deeply knowledgeable team of regulatory compliance and legal pros, each with valuable expertise from several disciplines. Whether specializing in government affairs, policy, risk management, regulatory compliance, ethics, or employee and labor relations, this team advocates for Target and its business plans in communities across the nation and works across the entire company to provide internal clients with cohesive guidance. We help protect Target by applying our comprehensive understanding and interpretation of the laws that govern our stores, distribution centers, and corporate locations. Here, you will enjoy working autonomously with a healthy work-life balance. Your passion for learning the business and building relationships with senior leaders and the business partners you support will be key to tackling ever-changing legal challenges in a dynamic and fast-paced retail landscape. You will be challenged and gratified by a role with Target Legal Affairs. A role in: Food Safety, Quality, & Regulatory (FSQR) means supporting processes that help Target succeed by consistently delivering compliant food and beverages. As a Senior FSQR Scientist - Compliance & Labeling , you will ensure Target Owned Brand Food labeling meets relevant regulations and internal Target standards for select product categories. You will collaborate with internal and external partners throughout the product development process from strategy to commercialization. You also will be responsible for leading regulatory, nutrition, and labeling programs and projects. Manage risk for Target through partnership with vendors to develop compliant labeling, while supporting business and guest needs Ensure vendor FSQR compliance with Target requirements and regulations. Review and approve product specification and labeling information (e.g., product naming, ingredients, nutrition, allergens, claims, and graphics), packaging proofs/key-lines, and online content for assigned products or categories Guide and influence Target Owned Brand Food product development, packaging, and claims through collaboration with internal and external partners, ensuring all are aware for expectations and priorities Collaborate with internal and external colleagues to interpret regulations and technical information to develop solutions for ambiguous situations Monitor and evaluate pending labeling regulations and industry developments to determine potential impact to Target and develop relevant action plans Lead the development of labeling and claims guidance, standards, and processes for emerging and undefined areas, in partnership with legal and key stakeholders Lead cross-functional project teams