JOB DESCRIPTION TJX is the leading off-price retailer of apparel and home fashions in the world, delivering great value to our customers through the combination of brand, fashion, price, and quality. Our retail chains, present in nine countries, include TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Winners, HomeGoods, Sierra, TK Maxx and Homesense.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.Global Buying Offices in Europe are present in Italy, UK, Portugal and we have Associates also in Poland and the Netherlands.Come and Discover Different at TJX Global Buying Offices. From opportunity and teamwork to growth, we think you'll find that it's so much more than a job. When you're a part of our global TJX family, you have the full support of a diverse, close-knit group of people dedicated to finding the greatest deals and fantastic style. Best of all? They have a lot of fun doing it.The Opportunity: Contribute To The Growth Of Your CareerOur buyers are in the market every week fostering vendor relationships and buying exciting merchandise that represents an incredible value to our customerTJX is not tied to a corporate controlled matrix; we expect and encourage our Buyers to source new vendors and resources to bring in desired goodsOur Buyers have a high level of autonomy; they have the ability to negotiate and make on-the-spot decisions while in the market placeWe provide an environment where our Buyers can be creative, free thinkers and encourage risk takingOpportunistically purchase quality, brand name goodsAnalyze history and current business in order to strategically forecast future opportunitiesAs part of the merchandising team you will work closely with other Buyers, and Management, to meet Company goals and objectivesMaintain knowledge of market conditions regarding price, resources and fashion as they relate to trends and key items, and react accordingly to impact salesNegotiate and make decisions to buy, while in the market place.Travel as requiredWho We Are Looking For: You!Must have a relevant experience as Buyer in a fast paced retail environment and preferably food categoryPrior experience as a Buyer in a large, multi-unit retail environmentMust have a proven history of successfully driving sales resultsMust have strong analytical, financial, strategic and planning skillsMust have a proven record of strong negotiating skills, with examples to substantiateMust be a go-getter, with a "can-do attitude" and a true excitement for the businessCreative, entrepreneurial minded, with a strong comfort level with taking measurable risksStrong team playing, clear communication, and relationship building skills are very important in order to be successful in our businessMust be business proficient in Italian and English languagesWhat's In It For You?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. Apply now.
