Administrative Assistant II

The TJX Companies, Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) contributions

Credit union

Job summary

The TJX Companies, Inc. Worcester Distribution Center is seeking an experienced Executive/Administrative Assistant to support the AVP/General Manager and senior leadership.

You will coordinate meetings, organize events, and manage confidential information to help keep the operation running smoothly. The role requires strong Microsoft Office skills, excellent communication, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office apps (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and web-based admin tools.
• 1–2 yrs of Executive/Administrative Assistant experience in a corporate environment preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional demeanor.
• Exceptionally organized with strong prioritization, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task.
• Flexible with adjusting work hours for special projects.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the areas of office management and general business operations to the Building General Manager and Senior Leadership Group.
• Perform administrative, clerical and general office duties for the AVP/General Manager and Senior Leadership Group.
• Plan, coordinate and execute building and associate events.
• Support the RVP as requested and manage confidential information.
• Schedule events, organize meetings, and take notes as required.
• Coordinate with internal/external partners including vendors and contractors.
• Support other departments in meetings and corporate initiatives.
• Prepare reports and perform data analysis using Excel and warehouse management system.
• Maintain a clean, professional office environment and process mail, packages, and faxes.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Professional demeanor

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Warehouse management system

Job description

Job Description

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 Responsibilities

This Individual Will Provide Support In The Areas Of Office Management And General Business Operations To The Building General Manager As Well As The Senior Leadership Group In Our Worcester Distribution Center. Areas Of Responsibility Include

• Perform a variety of administrative tasks in direct support of the AVP/General Manager.
• Perform a variety of administrative, clerical and general office duties in support of the AVP/General Manager and the Senior Leadership Group both through regularly scheduled activities or as requested by management.
• Planning, coordination, and execution of building and associate events.
• Provide support to the RVP as requested.
• Developing and processing sensitive information, while maintaining confidentiality.
• Scheduling informal/formal events.
• Organize internal and external meetings, taking meeting notes when required.
• Communicate with internal, corporate business partners as necessary; coordinate all aspects of visitors arriving at the Distribution Center.
• Communicate and coordinate with external business partners as necessary; to include, vendors, contractors etc.
• Support other functional departments in team meetings, functions, and/or corporate initiatives.
• Conduct reporting and data analysis via the use of Excel spreadsheets and internal warehouse management system with the goal of managing the daily operational reporting process with distribution to corporate offices.
• Maintain a clean and professional office environment.
• Process incoming mail, packages, and faxes while ensuring they are delivered securely and in a timely fashion.
• Other duties as necessary.

Requirements

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and PowerPoint, Word and Excel, in addition to web‑based administrative applications.
• Experience operating a variety of general office equipment, including fax machines, scanners, and copiers.
• 1–2 yrs. experience as an Executive/Administrative Assistant in a corporate environment (including internship experience) preferred.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills coupled with a professional character.
• Exceptionally organized with strong prioritization skills, detail‑oriented, and ability to multi‑task.
• Quick learner, with a positive attitude, and ability to work well independently and within a team.
• Trustworthy and dependable.
• Ability to take direction from multiple sources with a variety of management styles.
• Flexible, adjusting work hours as necessary for special projects.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Associate discount; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); smoking cessation support; bereavement leave; 401(k) Associate contributions; credit union; cell phone discounts. Also, those who meet certain service or hours requirements are eligible for: 401(k) match; medical; dental; vision; life insurance; disability coverage; paid parental leave; paid holidays/vacation/sick; scholarship program. All benefits are provided in accordance with and subject to the terms of the applicable plan, agreement or program and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.

TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Address

135 Goddard Memorial Drive

Location

USA TJ Maxx Distribution Center Worcester

This position has a starting pay rate of $18.00 per hour. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.