Merchandise Coordinator

TJX•Fairfax, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Merchandise Coordinator is responsible for executing receiving and merchandising standards while ensuring Associates process merchandise efficiently and effectively as a team. The role supports an excellent customer experience by engaging with customers, maintaining a clean and organized store, and modeling exceptional customer service. The coordinator oversees truck delivery and the flow of merchandise to the sales floor, trains and mentors Associates, monitors team productivity, and helps maintain backroom organization and store standards. The position also supports compliance, safety, shrink reduction, and store credit and loyalty programs. This position is at the HomeGoods store at 9650 Main St, Suite 31, Fairfax, Virginia. The starting pay range is $15.50 to $16.00 per hour; actual starting pay depends on relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. The position requires a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and the ability to lift heavy objects with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
Superior communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
Capable of multitasking.
Able to respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations.
Team player who works effectively with peers and supervisors.
Capable of lifting heavy objects with or without reasonable accommodation.
Able to train others.
One year of retail experience and six months of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Execute receiving and merchandising standards and ensure Associates process merchandise efficiently and effectively as a team.
Engage and interact with customers, maintain a clean and organized store, and model exceptional customer service.
Promote a positive internal and external customer experience, honesty, and integrity, and maintain confidentiality.
Orchestrate truck delivery and prioritize processing merchandise onto the sales floor.
Train and mentor Associates on merchandising and processing principles.
Ensure merchandise is properly tagged, hung, secured, and coded.
Coordinate with the Coordinator on Duty to ensure efficient flow of goods to the sales floor.
Ensure Associates complete tasks according to the store plan and prioritize work as needed.
Monitor team productivity and coach Associates as necessary.
Organize and rotate back stock for easy replenishment.
Maintain merchandising philosophy and signage standards.
Maintain organizational, cleanliness, and recovery standards in the backroom.
Ensure compliance with recycling and, where applicable, hazardous waste programs.
Communicate priorities and progress accurately and effectively with management and Associates.
Provide and accept recognition and constructive feedback.
Partner with Management on Associate training needs to increase effectiveness.
Ensure adherence to labor laws, policies, and procedures.
Promote credit and loyalty programs.
Support and participate in store shrink reduction goals and programs.
Promote safety awareness and maintain a safe environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Associate discount
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Smoking cessation support
Bereavement benefit
401(k) with Associate contributions
Child care and cell phone discounts
Pet and legal insurance
Credit union
Referral bonuses
For Associates meeting service or hours requirements: 401(k) match
For Associates meeting service or hours requirements: medical, dental, and vision coverage
For Associates meeting service or hours requirements: health savings account (HSA)
For Associates meeting service or hours requirements: health care flexible spending account (FSA)
For Associates meeting service or hours requirements: life insurance
For Associates meeting service or hours requirements: short- and long-term disability
For Associates meeting service or hours requirements: paid parental leave
For Associates meeting service or hours requirements: paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
For Associates meeting service or hours requirements: auto and home insurance discounts
For Associates meeting service or hours requirements: scholarship program
For Associates meeting service or hours requirements: adoption assistance
Competitive salary and benefits package