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The TJX Companies, Inc.

Senior Global Continuous Improvement Specialist

Marlborough, MA

Discovery is at the core of everything we do - whether it's a great value, incredible style, or building long-lasting partnerships with people around the world. That's what makes TJX different. You can find it all across our brands: TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, and Homesense. Every one of our brands has one thing in common: environments that are always changing. That's just how we like it. Every day is an opportunity to discover something new about our business, our partnerships, and even about yourself. Come discover what different can mean for you.

Posting Notes: 400 Value Way Marlborough MA 01752

Senior Global Continuous Improvement Specialist

What you'll do

Global Continuous Improvement delivers value across the TJX organization through the execution of initiatives strategically aligned with the TJX Business Priorities and leveraging Continuous Improvement, Program Management, and Intelligent Automation - coupled with Associate coaching - all of which serve to strengthen the TJX operational capabilities for the future.

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  • This position is responsible for participating in projects across TJX with the objective of improving operational efficiencies, identifying opportunities, reducing costs and risks using Lean Six Sigma methodology and Intelligent Automation Solutions
  • Supports Process Optimization workshops is knowledgeable in the Agile Scrum methodology, Jira and Product Manager/Owner roles. Supports the Intelligent Automation and Robotic Process Automation journey at TJX. Supports the creation of Intelligent Automation and Robotic Process Automation Value case documentation
  • Responsible for supporting research that identifies improvement opportunities, including identifying, testing and developing and implementing sustainable improvement strategies to improve productivity and efficiencies that supports current and future business needs
  • Participate in process improvement projects, leveraging Lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodology, including scoping, defining, prioritizing projects, identifying project metrics, developing control plans to ensure project delivers gains that are continuous and sustainable with results that are measurable and validated developing pilot plans as needed
  • Utilize multiple sources of information to develop well-structured business recommendations preparing and maintaining detailed development plans for projects; determine project specifications; understand and apply principles of project control; and knowledge of and ability to use project reporting systems

What you'll need

  • Bachelor's degree (in Operations Management, Quality Management, Industrial Engineering, Math, Statistics or another technical major preferred) and/or 3-5 equivalent years of experience working with Intelligent Automation and Lean Six Sigma
  • Experience with Agile methodology. Agile, Safe, PMP, PMP or Prince2 certification an advantage
  • Experience creating Power BI dashboards for data visualizations
  • Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and DMAIC methodology; LSS Green and/or Yellow belt training preferred
  • Project management skills including structured project methodologies (i.e. determining needs, researching existing programs, etc.)
  • Good analytical and critical thinking skills and demonstrated problem solving skills to provide solutions; ability to adapt quickly to the changing work environment to make effective decisions.
  • Excellent presentation, interpersonal and communication skills; ability to read, write and interpret information accurately
  • Strong computer skills including MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI; VBA and SharePoint knowledge/experience an asset; ability to analyze and interpret data using statistical software such as Minitab

This position has a starting salary range of $80,500 to $102,700 per year.

Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

This position is eligible for an annual incentive.

Discover Different at TJX means opportunity, teamwork, and career growth. That's why working here is so much more than a job. When you're a part of our TJX family, you have the full support of a diverse, close-knit group of people that work together to deliver the best value and style in the business. Our inventory is always changing and our approach is continually evolving, which means every day is another chance to Discover Different.

We consider 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. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Posting Notes: 400 Value Way Marlborough MA 01752

Client-provided location(s): Marlborough, MA, USA
Job ID: TJX-TJCOGLOBAL2254503EXTERNALENGLOBAL
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program