Merchandising Career Path

TJX Companies

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:

What you’ll discover:                                                                         

• Career path starting in Planning & Allocation with the possibility of transitioning into Buying

• Best in class onboarding and training program for your first 5 weeks in the Planning & Allocation School of Excellence (PASE)

• Opportunity to make an impact and contribute to a specific team

• Inclusive culture where all Associates feel welcomed, valued, and engaged

• Challenging, collaborative, team-based environment

• Hybrid work model (typically 2 days on-site, 3 days remote) – relocation benefits for those who qualify

What you’ll do:

Our Off-Price business model is unlike any other retailer, so we’ll make sure you have the right classroom and on-the-job training to give you a head start on a long-term career in Merchandising. At TJX, Merchandising is comprised of two divisions – Planning & Allocation and Buying. Together they work to drive sales and increase profit.

Our Buyers are global travelers, sourcing from a universe of over 21,000 vendors and more than 100 countries to deliver amazing merchandise at an exciting value to our customers every day. They collaborate with Planning & Allocation to create the treasure hunt experience that we’re known for. 

Your career will begin in Planning & Allocation as an Allocation Analyst. In this role, you will be assigned to a specific product area and will be empowered to help drive sales by allocating the exciting mix of product that our Buyers have purchased.

Responsibilities may include:

• Analyze sales trends and reports to anticipate consumer buying patterns and product trends

• Create and implement allocation strategies for our stores and / or e-commerce sites

• Ensure the right merchandise gets to the right stores at the right time for several multi-million-dollar product classifications

• Visit TJX stores and competitors to analyze / evaluate the product mix

• Resolve merchandise issues with our Distribution Centers, Buyers, and Vendors

With our corporate office located in Framingham, MA, TJX is not easily accessible by public transportation. Candidates are responsible for ensuring they have a dependable means of transportation to and from the office and traveling as needed for the role. A variable work schedule is part of the position and based on business needs. You may need to travel to area stores, local vendors, or other office locations, and work hours may not always align with others and public transportation schedules.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for self-starters that have a strong foundation of strategic and analytical thinking and are eager to put them to use in the world of business. Specifically, we are looking for students who have:

Key Qualifications:

• A well-rounded academic background (a completed or soon to be completed Bachelor's degree – December 2026 or May 2027) – all majors considered!

• Genuine interest in a career in Retail / Merchandising

Additional qualifications include:

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills

• Genuine interest in retail, product, and in following trends

• Entrepreneurial spirit

• Excellent communicators who work well in teams

• Proven leadership abilities and a strong work ethic

• Creative problem solvers

• Sense of curiosity for an ever-changing retail landscape

• Detail oriented

• Proficient Excel skills (i.e., pivot tables, charts, v-look up, etc.)

What to expect from our interview process:

• Learn more about TJX by attending recruiting events. Click here to explore and register for our virtual sessions!

• Apply through the TJX Careers website. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis

• Below are the steps in the process for our Merchandising opportunities. Moving through each step of the process below is based on individual performance.

  • Virtual one-way interview through HireVue

  • Virtual business scenario and online assessment

  • Virtual behavioral interviews

  • Potential Offer to join the TJX Family!

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

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.

Address:

770 Cochituate Rd

Location:

USA Home Office Framingham MA 770 Cochituate RdThis position has a starting salary range of $64,000.00 to $66,000.00 per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.