Merchandise Assistant - Assistant Buyer

TJX Companies

At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you’re working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores—TK Maxx & Homesense, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off‑price retailer.

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.)
• Organises 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

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 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 prioritisation skills
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability
• High attention to detail, strong organisational and follow‑through skills
• Able to multi‑task in a high volume, fast‑paced environment while meeting deadlines and maintaining a positive and professional demeanour
• 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 Power Point
• Reliable Internet/WiFi connection required

As proud as we are of our past success, it’s our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.

73 Clarendon Road
EUR Home Office Watford GB