Merchandise Assistant

Job description

Discovery is at the heart of everything we do. Wherever you find us around the world, if you can think of a product, you can probably find it in our stores, which include TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, Winners, Homesense, and TK Maxx. With variety comes plenty of happy surprises—our environment is ever-changing, and that’s just how we like it. Every day is an opportunity to discover something new about our business, our partnerships and even something exciting about yourself. Ready to Discover Different?

 

 

Job Summary

To provide high quality Administrative support to the Buying Team

Key Responsibilities

 

·  To assist Buyers in preparing for their Market week on a Monday by report printing, vendor information etc.
·  Co-ordinate and communicate Buyers weekly itineraries.
·  Support Buyers in writing orders and changing POs of non logistic/dating issues.
·  Ensure that all samples are controlled in an effective and timely manner. Work with Buyers to ensure production samples are received and dealt with appropriately. Action removal of samples in a timely manner and appropriate manner.
·  Support Buyers in the Market and act as point of contact.
·  Assist the team with filing, keeping vendor information current and appropriate.
·  To partner with buyers on key appointments to assist in order writing etc.
·  Support the team with general administration (post, faxes, photocopying, setting up new buyers, expenses, holiday maintenance, etc).
·  Organize travel for buying/intake teams.
·  Support Buyers in preparation for style out, strategy and other meetings (strategy packs, mood boards, samples).
·  Update vendor list, active and pursue.
·  Provide research support to find new vendors via internet, magazines, etc.
·  May be involved in business travelling based on Company’s needs.

Key Skills, Knowledge & Experience
·  A minimum of two years in a busy Administration role.
·  PC literate with intermediate Microsoft Office.
·  Strong organizational skills and able to juggle a number of constantly changing priorities
·  Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
·  Confident approach and able to work effectively with people at all levels
·  Able to work effectively without close supervision

We embrace the unknown⁠ at Homesense—and support each other along the way. Every day is a new adventure, a fresh chance to reinvent retail. Our inventory is always changing and our approach is continually evolving, which means every day is another chance to Discover

Different. In fact, that’s what it’s like throughout the entire TJX family, which includes TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, and Sierra.

Discover Different also means we embrace each other’s differences and unique perspectives. 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: Buying Italy - Merchandising || Via Filzi 25/A || Milan || Lombary || 20126

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