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Target names COO, chief merchant

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CEO Michael Fiddelke announced his successor to lead operations and is transitioning the retailer to a single chief merchandising officer structure.

Published Feb. 10, 2026

Target's Cara Sylvester in a headshot wearing a red shirt

Cara Sylvester will be Target’s new chief merchandising officer.

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