Contract Specialist

The TJX Companies, Inc.; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Job summary

The TJX Companies, Inc. in Marlborough, MA seeks a Logistics Contracts Specialist to govern and optimize carrier contracts and rate structures across Ocean, Truckload, Intermodal, Dray and LTL operations.

You will manage the contract lifecycle, ensure SOX compliance, and partner with Legal to maintain governance in Evisort. Join a Fortune 100 off-price retailer known for growth, opportunity, and a strong focus on process, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience - Process/Program Management, Logistics, Business, Legal preferred.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in a logistics role with contract language/structure understanding and exposure.
• Proficient Microsoft Word and Excel capabilities.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, strong communication and relationship skills.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Preferred Transportation regulations understanding & business knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Logistics Contract Lifecycle Management System.
• Draft contracts pursuant to business requests and ensure governance and standards of legal documents.
• Lead and maintain the Contract Lifecycle Management System (Evisort) to prepare contracts for signature and file in the repository.
• Build and maintain dashboards and reporting in Evisort.
• Proactively communicate contract term expirations to Carrier Management.
• Maintain DocuSign and actions on outstanding contracts with internal and external parties.
• Maintain accurate zone coverage and rates in TMS, Blue Yonder.
• Resolve issues and discrepancies with rate structures between Carriers/3PLs, GS&P, Freight Pay & Operations (RAID).
• Support and prepare information for SOX audit and compliance including record retention.
• Draft and maintain SOPs.
• Cross-train on Carrier Contract Administration, Blue Yonder and Evisort.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Organization

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Logistics/Business/Legal

Tools

Evisort

DocuSign

Blue Yonder

TMS

Job description

TJX Companies

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:

Contribute To The Growth Of Your Career

As the Logistics Contracts Specialist within the TJX Logistics Carrier Management team, you will be managing the governance and standards of legal documents along with rates for carriers and third-party providers. The legal documents represent a broad range of transportation, such as, Ocean, Truckload, Intermodal, Dray and LTL, along with contracts related to our Service Centers, Consolidation/Transload and Yard locations.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include the development and management of the Logistics Contract Lifecycle Management System, special projects, SOX compliance and maintaining our Transportation Management System (TMS).

• Participates, collaborates and implements short and long-term strategies to support TJX growth and business needs
• Draft contracts pursuant to business requests and works with Legal to ensure governance and standards of legal documents
• Leads and maintains the Contract Lifecycle Management System (Evisort) to ensure all aspects of contracts are prepared for signature and are accurately filed in the document repository.
• Builds and maintains dashboards and reporting in Evisort
• Proactively communicates to Carrier Management Managers the expiration of contract terms
• Maintains DocuSign and actions outstanding contracts with internal and external parties
• Maintains accurate zone coverage and rates in TMS, Blue Yonder
• Resolves issues and discrepancies with rate structures between Carriers/3PLs, GS&P, Freight Pay & Operations (RAID)
• Supports and prepares information for SOX audit and compliance including record retention
• Drafts and maintains SOP's
• Cross-trains on Carrier Contract Administration, Blue Yonder and Evisort

Who We Are Looking For: You.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience - Process/Program Management, Logistics, Business, Legal preferred
• 2 to 5 years of experience in a logistics role with contract language/structure understanding and exposure
• Proficient Microsoft Word and Excel capabilities
• High level of organization and attention to detail
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, strong communication and relationship skills
• Strong problem-solving capabilities
• Preferred Transportation regulations understanding & business knowledge
• Metrics, process, and efficiency focus
• Off-price model understanding

Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.

In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. 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

300 Value Way

Location:

USA Home Office Marlborough MA 300 Value Way

This position has a starting salary range of $71,300.00 to $89,100.00 per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.