TJX Companies
At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores—TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.
Job Description
The Opportunity: Grow Your Career.
Our Merchandise Assistants provide diversified support for multiple buyers in a dynamic fast‑paced work environment. Our Merchandise Assistants possess strong communication skills and act as a liaison between the Buyers, Internal Business Partners, and the Vendor Community. They must also possess strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail. They are resourceful and confident in problem‑solving. They must be able to work well independently as well as in a team.
Enters purchase orders in an accurate and timely manner for buyers across multiple departments
Follows up on late orders and upcoming shipments and completes balances as needed
Completes purchase order modifications including delivery extensions, cancellations, and cost & retail changes
Works internally to resolve issues (Accounts Payable, PO departments/chain moves, Planning, Distribution and Fulfillment Centers, etc.)
Communicates with vendors regarding PO modifications/changes, PO shipment statuses and other inquiries
Communicates with logistics to ensure vendors ship correctly
Creates and runs reports for buyers as needed (On Order, Sales, etc.)
Organizes and maintains merchandise samples and sample space for Buyers including returning samples to vendors
Assists in preparing for Style Out and Strategy meetings by gathering samples, preparing selling recaps, etc.
Assists Buyers with special projects as needed (i.e. recap projects, trend recaps, trend boards, etc.)
Maintains positive relationships across different areas of business including our global offices
Who We’re Looking For: You.
Proficient in English and Italian languages
Self-directed, able to work independently yet collaborate as needed within Merchandise Operations and cross functionally
Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to assess and tailor style to different personalities/needs
Strong problem‑solving and prioritization skills
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability
High attention to detail, strong organizational and follow through skills
Able to multi‑task in a high volume, fast‑paced environment while meeting deadlines and maintaining a positive and professional demeanor
Able to build relationships, be personable, maintain a positive attitude and collaborate with others
Able to learn and adapt to new computer systems
Experience with Microsoft to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Location:
EUR Italy Buying Office
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