Winter 2027 Term Merchandising Planning Analyst Co-op/Intern

TJX Canada – Winners, Marshalls, HomeSense; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Employee discounts

Training & development

Assistance programs

Hybrid work model

Job summary

TJX Canada is seeking a Merchandising Planning Analyst Co-op to support optimizing store-level product mix through data analysis, strategy tracking, and inventory monitoring.

You will participate in 3 weeks of Planning & Allocation School of Excellence (PASE), analyze sales data, and create weekly allocation strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a hybrid setting at our Mississauga office.

Qualifications

• Pursuing college diploma or university degree.
• Ability to interpret qualitative and quantitative data for decision-making.
• Strong problem-solving and collaborative abilities.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Support optimal store-level product mix through data analysis and weekly strategies.
• Identify and communicate opportunities by analyzing sales and inventory data.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure plans are met and adjust allocations as needed.
• Create weekly product allocation strategies leveraging sales trends and store demographics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and merchant partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Education

College Diploma or University degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

TJX Canada

At TJX Canada, 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 Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores—WINNERS, HomeSense, and Marshalls, 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. Here at TJX Canada, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to the inclusion and accommodation of all individuals.

Job Description

We’re looking for a Merchandising Planning Analyst Co-op to support creating an optimal mix at store level through analysis, maximizing profitable sales. You'll identify, recommend, and execute on business opportunities by analyzing sales and monitoring strategy implementation, blending data-driven and qualitative insights. This role involves tracking and interpreting inventory levels to ensure plans are met, creating weekly strategies for product allocation. You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, tackle exciting challenges, and develop strategic decision-making skills. Join us to leverage your analytical and creative skills and make a tangible impact on our business!

Why Work With Us?

• We value integrity, respect, and teamwork, encouraging a unique and inclusive culture.
• Enjoy exclusive discounts at our stores, available to you and eligible family members.
• Comprehensive training and development resources designed to help you learn, grow, and succeed.
• Support for you and your family through our Associate and Family Assistance programs, offering helpful resources and services to enhance your well-being.
• Discover innovative amenities at our eco-friendly corporate office, along with the flexibility and balance of our hybrid work model.

What You’ll Do

At TJX, Merchandising is comprised of two divisions – Planning & Allocation and Buying; together they work to drive sales and increase profit. Our Buyers are global travelers, sourcing from a universe of over 21,000 vendors and more than 100 countries to deliver amazing merchandise at an exciting value to our customers every day. They collaborate with Planning & Allocation to create the treasure hunt experience that we’re known for. You’ll have a direct impact as a Merchandise Planning Analyst.

• Your journey begins with 3 weeks of training in our Planning & Allocation School of Excellence (PASE)
• Supporting an optimal mix at store level through analysis to maximize profitable sales.
• Identifies, recommends and executes on business opportunities, by analyzing sales and monitoring information that reflects strategy; measures results and provides recommendations.
• Tracks and interprets inventory levels to ensure they are achieving plans by monitoring store sales, inventory, inventory to sales ratio and visiting stores.
• Creates weekly strategies that will enable allocating products to the right stores at the right time by leveraging business tools to analyze department specific sales trends, inventory optimization, store volumes and demographics.
• Collaborates regularly with sister banners, Merchant partners and key stakeholders.

About You

• Currently pursuing a College Diploma or University degree.
• Good business analytical skills and the ability to understand and interpret qualitative and quantitative data to aid in effective decision-making.
• Solid problem-solving skills which include the ability to effectively and efficiently resolve issues.
• Demonstrates interpersonal abilities to perform effectively in a collaborative and team-oriented environment, where partnering with others and building strong working relationships are critical.
• Intermediate computer skills including MS Office applications - Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook.

Posting Details

• Posting End Date: September 18, 2026
• What to expect: Qualified applicants will be required to complete a 1-way video interview and assessment no later than September 22nd, 2026. Successful candidates to proceed with a formal 1:1 interview with the hiring teams.
• Work Term Duration: 4-month work term

If you’re ready to bring your energy and passion, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and be part of a place where every day is a chance to make a difference.

Additional Information:

Candidates aged 18 and over will be required to undergo a criminal record check as part of the hiring process.

This job posting is for an existing position vacancy within our organization.

TJX Canada uses artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

Internal TJX Associates

must submit their applications via the Jobs Hub in Workday. Direct applications to this job posting will not be accepted.

Address

60 Standish Court

Location:

CAN Home Office Mississauga ON

Salary Range: $ 52,230.00-$73,122.00 /year *This represents the expected hiring range and may not represent the full pay range for the position. The salary offered may be higher than the posted range depending on several factors such as relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.