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.
Job Description:
RETAIL SOURCING ASSOCIATE
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.
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Global Buying Offices in Europe are present in Italy, UK, Portugal and Spain and we have Associates also in Poland and the Netherlands.
The Opportunity: Contribute To The Growth Of Your Career
Conduct market research and recommend sourcing opportunities to TJX buyers and the internal sourcing team, managing goods across all categories. Coordinate buyer visits to manufacturers and oversee the order process from vendor selection to final inspections and shipping.
- Conduct ongoing product and market trends research. Identify and assess new market opportunities, competition and product development resources.
- Gather information on availability, pricing, orders status from suppliers.
- Attend trade shows to evaluate products and trends.
- Communicate sourcing opportunities to buyers for evaluation and potential purchase.
- Coordinate buyer trips, scheduling manufacturer visits, and accompany buyers to facilitate the selection and negotiation process.
- Monitor orders, providing instructions on manufacturing, preparation, and shipment. Notify management of any potential issues affecting timelines.
- Obtain and manage reference samples for approval or review by the buyer or product development team.
- Conduct final quality control checks before shipping, ensuring compliance with customer requirements. Report issues and suggest solutions.
- Ensure that new vendors and factories meet TJX standards for Social Compliance and Cargo Security.
Who We Are Looking For: You!
- Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills in both Portuguese and English.
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.
Address:
Rua D. Sancho I n.30
Location:
EUR Portugal Buying Office