TJX is the leading off-price retailer of apparel and home fashions in the world, delivering great value to our customers through the combination of brand, fashion, price, and quality. Our retail chains, present in nine countries, include TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Winners, HomeGoods, Sierra, TK Maxx and Homesense.
A crucial part of our Company is represented by our Global Buying Offices, where resident buyers and sourcers purchase goods locally and scout regional markets looking for exciting products for our stores.
Global Buying Offices in Europe are present in Italy, UK, Portugal, Spain and we have Associates also in Poland and the Netherlands.
Come and Discover Different at TJX Global Buying Offices. From opportunity and teamwork to growth, we think you'll find that it's so much more than a job. When you're a part of our global TJX family, you have the full support of a diverse, close-knit group of people dedicated to finding the greatest deals and fantastic style. Best of all? They have a lot of fun doing it.
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THE OPPORTUNITY: Contribute To The Growth Of Your Career
Did you know that TJX has over 1,200 Buyers globally sourcing products from 100+ countries? We are always looking to network with talented Merchants at all levels who are interested in exploring career opportunities at TJX. Connect with us to Discover Different!
JOB SUMMARY
The candidate will be responsible for the selection, purchase and delivery of merchandise which adheres to the merchandise philosophy of quality, price, fashion and brand. Performs analysis to develop merchandise strategies and assortments for the Corporate Division, supporting our US-Canada and Australia chains.
MARKET & STRATEGIC SKILLS
- Market trips preparation.
- Spends time travelling in the domestic and in other markets.
- Develops an understanding of the appropriate quantities to buy according to OTB guidelines and for optimal store presentation.
- Develops and maintains market relationships and presence.
- Support Buyer in developing and maintaining market relationships with vendors and open new accounts under guidance of the MM/BM/Buyer
- Understands and determines value through the edit/selection process, evaluating fashion, quality, price and brand as it relates to the buying dept.
- Aggressively shops our stores and competition, including print, internet and TV, to study and critique merchandise mix, price points, and labels identifying competitive issues and/or opportunities.
- Negotiates basic purchases within set parameters.
- Take full Buying and negotiation responsibility for own category within the Department under guidance of the MM/BM/Buyer
- Performs various analysis to be used in developing seasonal strategy. Analyzes key reports associated with Buying. Identifies and reviews business trends with Buyers and MMs.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:You
Experience as a Buyer in apparel, accessories or home department, possibly in international retail companies with a focus on sourcing and/or buying is requested, preferably with European brands & vendors.
LANGUAGES
- English & Italian (needed business proficient)
- Other European languages (represents a plus)
What's In It For You?
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. Apply now.