Join our Merchandising and Buying Development Programme (MBDP) and gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment. From day one, you’ll make real commercial decisions, develop analytical skills, and learn how Merchandising and Buying work together to deliver value to our customers. You’ll build strong relationships across the business and gain exposure to multiple product areas, giving you the skills and experience to thrive in a dynamic retail market.
What You’ll Do
* Start your journey in Merchandising at our European Head Office with a 12‑week induction and training program, gaining a full understanding of our business and the fundamental partnership between Merchandising and Buying.
* Take on the role of an Allocation Analyst, managing product distribution across stores for your department – anything from Men’s T‑Shirts to Toys – whilst working closely with Buyers on what they have bought.
* Develop analytical skills by analysing sales trends, inventory levels, and demand forecasts, while building your commercial skills through spending time in both our stores and the competition.
Qualifications
* A degree in any discipline.
* Fluent in English (another European language or cultural familiarity is a plus).
* Analytical and commercially minded: confident with Excel, comfortable interpreting data, and curious about retail.
* Collaborative and relationship‑focused: strong communicator who builds trust, shares ideas, and thrives in a team.
* Ambitious and adaptable: takes initiative, learns from mistakes, and thrives in a fast‑changing environment where decisions happen quickly.
About TJX Europe
WE’RE PART OF THE WORLD’S leading off‑price apparel and home fashions retailer – TJX Companies, Inc. We have an annual global turnover of over $39bn and our business is growing.
It provides the technological solutions that help us deliver outstanding value and fuels our growth. At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you’re working in our Distribution Centres, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores – TK Maxx & Homesense, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact.
Benefits
* Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays.
* Exclusive employee discounts at TK Maxx and Homesense.
* Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
* A collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice is valued.
* Access to wellbeing support and resources.
* Pension and life assurance schemes.
* Opportunities to grow your career across our global business.
* Relocation support.
* Hybrid working model with flexibility.
* A vibrant, campus‑style head office in the heart of Watford – featuring a subsidised canteen, onsite gym, free parking, and a short walk to Watford Junction Station.
Equal Opportunities
We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.
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