Senior Purchasing Agent

The TJX Companies, Inc, with $16 billion in revenues, is the world's largest off-price retailer, and is comprised of: T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, A.J. Wright and Bob's Stores in the United States, Winners and HomeSense in Canada and T.K. Maxx in Europe.

Our Associates have come to expect great things from our great Company which now ranks among the Fortune 200 and is consistently named in the Top 20 of the Boston Globe 100 - Best of Massachusetts Business! In a thriving company such as The TJX Companies, Inc., variety and diversity are not only ever present, they are essential. So, whatever your individual talents or interests, it's more than likely that we have exactly what you are looking for. With an extensive range of career options, The TJX Companies, Inc. stands out as one of the most successful retail companies worldwide and we are eager to share this success with you. We currently have the following position available in our Corporate Home Office located in Framingham, Massachusetts:

Senior Purchasing Agent

Responsibilities:


Manages the sourcing, bidding, negotiation, and inventory management strategies for procurement of $20+ million in supplies and services for the TJX Companies domestic divisions (Stores, District and Regional Offices, Distribution Centers and Home)

Develops and monitors store supply budgets and expenses

Ensures adherence to all Purchasing Policies and Procedures, and manages Supplier Performance/Quality Programs under area of direct responsibility

Provides training and guidance in the professional development of Assistant Purchasing Agents

Decision Making:


Designs strategies to improve Supplier Performance

Develops strategies for sourcing new suppliers (to include Minority and Women Owned Suppliers) and alternative products

Develops purchasing strategies to result in lower pricing structures and savings to the company

Develops strategies to streamline inventory programs and systemic enhancements





Knowledge of Purchasing, inventory management, program administration, financial forecasting and analysis, and project management

Strong PC skills (Word, Excel and Lotus) are necessary

Strong negotiation, communication, organizational, follow-through and analytical skills are required

Must be detail oriented and have proven supervisory and supplier relationship skills

A Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Marketing, Operations or equivalent experience

2 - 4 years experience in Purchasing

Retail store experience helpful

At the TJX Companies, Inc., you'll not only enjoy working with a stable and profitable corporate leader, but you'll also enjoy the benefits that go along with it, such as: Medical/Dental/Life insurance, a Dependent Care Spending Account, Associate Discounts and a Savings/Profit Sharing 401(k) Plan. Our state-of-the-art Home Office, conveniently located off Exit 13 of the Mass Pike, offers many on-site amenities including, a day care center, cafeteria, fitness center, ATM, stamp machine, dry cleaning, golf driving range with a professional instructor, aerobics classes, Friday casual days, softball and volleyball leagues, basketball court, service/performance awards and bonus referrals.

TJX is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.