Manager Of Transportation Operations (97438)

Are you ready to explore the corporate side of retail? The TJX Companies, Inc. is the leading off-price apparel and home fashions retailer in the U.S. and worldwide, operating four major divisions -- Marmaxx (T.J. Maxx and Marshalls) and HomeGoods in the United States; TJX Canada (Winners, HomeSense and Marshalls); and TJX Europe (T.K. Maxx and HomeSense) and three e-commerce sites (tjmaxx.com, sierratradingpost.com and tkmaxx.com). With over $29 billion in revenues in 2014, more than 3,300 stores, and approximately 198,000 Associates, success is always in style at TJX. We at TJX understand that both our customers and the talent pool from which our Associates come are increasingly diverse. Our core values of respect, integrity and fairness are inherent in the relationships we build with each other, our vendors and our customers. We are committed to leveraging the differences among our Associates and customers to create both a diversified mix of talent within TJX and a diversified mix of merchandise within our stores. We consider the unique views and opinions of our Associates to be key to our growth and success in the future.

The Manager of Transportation Operations supports the Vice President of Store Transportation Services with all aspects of retail store delivery operations. This role will act as the primary point of contact for store logistics and serve as the liaison among Distribution Services, Purchasing and Store Operations. The individual will manage delivery of merchandise for stores from all HomeGoods distribution centers. This associate will support TJX logistical strategies and deliver merchandise to stores in a cost-efficient manner while meeting or exceeding service standards. Responsibilities also include developing procedures that control our assets, improve work methods and support financial information to and from Home Office.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure store service goals are met or exceeded
• Monitors, reports and where necessary takes actions on carrier performance and store delivery schedules
• Collaborates with the Distribution Centers and Store Operations in supporting and integrating new store openings into existing delivery schedules
• Performs cost analysis, strategic planning and budgeting
• Oversees carrier analysis, selection, and negotiations
• Communicates with internal and external teams
• Interfaces with Distribution Centers on deliveries, packaging, damages, store openings and remodels
• Maintains consistent communication with store management and visits stores to receive feedback on schedules, drivers, timing of event merchandise and quality of deliveries
• Ensure all safety standards are maintained with over the road carriers

Experience Required:

• A minimum of 6 years experience in Logistics
• Experience leading and managing teams
• Knowledge of motor carrier industry
• Understanding of distribution center operations
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of transportation management systems and software (Manugistics, RoutePro)
• Ability to work cross functionally to deliver results

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related

What's In It For You?

At the TJX Companies, Inc., conveniently located directly off both the Mass Pike and Route 9, you'll not
only enjoy the security of working for a stable and profitable industry leader, but you'll also enjoy the benefits
that go along with it, such as: Medical/Dental/Life insurance,
Associate Discounts and a Savings/Profit Sharing 401(k) Plan.

Click Here for a full list of the benefits of working for The TJX Companies, Inc.

TJX is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.

Posting Notes: Framingham || Massachusetts