Program overview
How Target Corporation's supplier diversity program works.
Target is committed to creating inclusive economic opportunities. We actively source from diverse suppliers to reflect the communities we serve.
Read the step-by-step guide: How to become a Target diverse supplier.
Accepted certifications
Which certifications Target Corporation recognizes.
To register on Target Corporation's supplier portal as a diverse supplier, you need to hold at least one of the certifications below. Each link goes to the full guide for that certification: eligibility rules, application steps, and the issuing body.
Categories of spend
What Target Corporation sources from diverse suppliers.
Registration process
How to register as a Target Corporation supplier.
Complete Partners Online registration. Certification verification and capability assessment required.
Go deeper
The complete guide to becoming a Target Corporation supplier.
Target's vendor system is Partners Online (POL). What suppliers need: certifications accepted, entry paths, and a realistic timeline to a first order.
Read the Target Corporation supplier guide →From the procurement team
What Target Corporation buyers look for.
Product differentiation matters. Target values unique, trend-forward products that resonate with guests.
Matchmaking events
Where to meet Target Corporation buyers in person.
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