Merchandising Career Path (Summer 2026)

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About the position

TJX Companies is offering a Merchandising Career Path program starting in Summer 2026. This program provides structured career growth opportunities, beginning in Planning and Allocation with the potential to transition into Buying. The program includes 5 weeks of intensive training in the Planning & Allocation School of Excellence (PASE). TJX fosters an inclusive culture that values diversity and collaboration, prioritizing associate development. The role operates within a challenging, team-based environment and offers a hybrid work model with relocation benefits for eligible candidates. The company is a Fortune 100 company and a leading off-price retailer.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze sales trends and reports to anticipate consumer buying patterns and product trends.
  • Create and implement allocation strategies for stores and/or e-commerce sites.
  • Ensure the right merchandise gets to the right stores at the right time for multi-million-dollar product classifications.
  • Visit TJX stores and competitors to analyze/evaluate the product mix.
  • Resolve merchandise issues with Distribution Centers, Buyers, and Vendors.

Requirements

  • Completed or soon to be completed Bachelor's degree (all majors considered).
  • Genuine interest in corporate retail, product, and following trends.
  • Sense of curiosity for an ever-changing retail landscape.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Excellent communicators who work well in teams.
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including Excel (i.e., pivot tables, charts, v-look up, etc.).
  • Ability to think critically and creatively solve problems.
  • Proven leadership abilities and a strong work ethic.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Reliable transportation is required as TJX is not easily accessible by public transportation.
  • Willingness to travel to area stores/local vendors, different offices, or work hours that do not coincide with others or the public transportation schedule.

Nice-to-haves

  • Opportunity to transition into Buying.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Relocation benefits for those who qualify
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