At TJX Australia, 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 Processing Centers, Corporate Offices, or our TK Maxx Retail Stores, 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.
- Initial 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
- Full working rights in Australia for minimum 12 months
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 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
- Reliable Internet/WiFi connection required
As proud as we are of our past success, it’s our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.
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