Merchandise Assistant - Assistant Buyer

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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.

• 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

Address

EUR Italy Buying Office

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

Retail