Merchandise Operations Specialist

The TJX Companies, Inc; North Sydney Council; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TJX Australia is hiring a Merchandise Assistant to support buyers across multiple departments. You’ll enter purchase orders, track shipments, and coordinate with internal teams and vendors.

The role emphasizes strong communication, organization, and problem-solving in a busy retail operations setting. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, the ability to work independently or with others, and proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-directed yet collaborative within Merchandise Operations.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

TJX Australia is hiring a Merchandise Assistant to support buyers across multiple departments. You’ll enter purchase orders, track shipments, and coordinate with internal teams and vendors.

The role emphasizes strong communication, organization, and problem-solving in a busy retail operations setting. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, the ability to work independently or with others, and proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.