Store Manager

The TJX Companies, Inc.; Watchung (NJ); On-site; USD 86,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discounts

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision insurance

HSA

Health care FSA

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Paid holidays/vacation/sick/bereavment

EAP

Incentive programs

Auto/home insurance discounts

Scholarship program

Adoption/surrogacy assistance

Smoking cessation assistance

Child care/cell phone discounts

Pet/legal insurance

Credit union

Referral bonuses

Job summary

TJ Maxx, part of The TJX Companies, Inc., seeks a Store Manager to lead a high‑performing team in Watchung, NJ. You’ll drive sales, optimize operations, and foster an inclusive, customer‑centric environment.

This role rewards strong leadership with growth opportunities in a Fortune 100 off‑price retailer. You’ll oversee daily store activities, manage a large staff, and collaborate with district leadership to align merchandising and customer service with company standards.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years retail leadership in a high‑volume environment.
• Proven ability to recruit, coach, and develop a large team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all store operations to boost sales, control expenses, and minimize shrink and damages.
• Recruit, train, and develop a large team of associates and assistant managers with a path to promotion.
• Develop and execute plans to increase store sales and optimize merchandise mix, inventory, and pricing insights.
• Ensure loss prevention, policy adherence, and high standards of customer service and presentation.

Skills

Store management

Leadership

People management

Customer service

Merchandising

Job description

TJ Maxx

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

We’re seeking a Store Manager who is passionate about fostering an inclusive, supportive environment and driving success through innovative leadership. In this role, you’ll inspire your team to create unforgettable experiences for customers while cultivating a positive atmosphere for Associates. If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic setting and are ready to make a meaningful impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Why Work With Us?

• We value integrity, respect, and teamwork, encouraging a unique and inclusive culture.
• Our comprehensive training and development programs provide you with the tools and resources to expand your skills.
• Enjoy Associate discounts at our stores, available to you and eligible family members.
• We have a range of global well-being programs focused on physical, financial, and emotional wellness.
• Exciting career paths with growth opportunities

What You’ll Do

• Oversee all aspects of store operations to boost sales, control expenses, and minimize shrink and damages. This includes merchandise presentation, backroom, frontline, cash office, customer service, markdowns, scheduling, shipping, and receiving.
• Recruit, train, develop, and manage a large team of Associates and Assistant Managers. Act as a role model and provide individualized development for Assistant Store Managers to ensure their readiness for promotion to Store Manager positions.
• Develop and implement creative plans to increase store sales. Suggest recommendations to the District Manager on merchandise mix, inventory levels, and customer demographics. Provide insights on competition analysis, including pricing, presentation, and customer service.
• Focus staff on Loss Prevention priorities and ensure compliance with company programs, procedures, and policies to minimize risk and expenses. Review store reports, conduct walkthroughs, audits, and hold program meetings with Associates.
• Ensure every customer has a positive shopping experience by maintaining high standards in customer service and merchandise presentation. Develop and communicate action plans for store initiatives, identifying projects, targets, and priorities.

About You

• A minimum of 3-5 years of retail experience as a Store or District Manager in dynamic, high-volume environments, who has successfully managed and driven significant sales revenue.
• Proven ability to manage, develop, and motivate a large team, with strong interpersonal, communication, and follow-through skills.
• Strong leadership skills focused on collaboration, problem-solving, and empowering diverse teams to make effective decisions.
• Outstanding organizational and communication skills, adept at mentoring and providing feedback.
• Comprehensive knowledge of store operations, including customer service, merchandising, people management, health and safety, and loss prevention.

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.

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; auto/home insurance discounts; 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.

Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

Address

1515 Rte 22 W

Location:

USA TJ Maxx Store 0811 Watchung NJ

This is a bonus eligible position with a starting pay range of $86,300.00 to $118,600.00 annually. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.