Administrative Assistant II

TJX Companies

At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you're working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores—TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer.

Job Responsibilities

This individual will provide support in the areas of office management and general business operations to the Building General Manager as well as the Senior Leadership group in our Worcester Distribution Center. Areas of responsibility include:

• Perform a variety of administrative tasks in direct support of the AVP/General Manager.
• Perform a variety of administrative, clerical and general office duties in support of the AVP/General Manager and the Senior Leadership Group both through regularly scheduled activities or as requested by management.
• Planning, coordination, and execution of building and associate events.
• Provide support to the RVP as requested.
• Developing and processing sensitive information, while maintaining confidentiality.
• Scheduling informal/formal events.
• Organize internal and external meetings, taking meeting notes when required.
• Communicate with internal, corporate business partners as necessary; coordinate all aspects of visitors arriving at the Distribution Center
• Communicate and coordinate with external business partners as necessary; to include, vendors, contractors etc.
• Support other functional departments in team meetings, functions, and/or corporate initiatives.
• Conduct reporting and data analysis via the use of excel spreadsheets and internal warehouse management system with the goal of managing the daily operational reporting process with distribution to corporate offices.
• Maintain a clean and professional office environment
• Process incoming mail, packages, and faxes while ensuring they are delivered securely and in a timely fashion.
• Other duties as necessary

Requirements

· Proficiency using Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Power Point, Word and Excel, in addition to web-based administrative applications

· Experience operating a variety of general office equipment, including fax machines, scanners, and copiers

· 1-2 yrs. experience as an Executive/Administrative Assistant in a corporate environment (including internship experience) preferred.

· Must have strong verbal and written communication skills coupled with a professional character

· Exceptionally organized with strong prioritization skills, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task

· Quick learner, with a positive attitude, and ability to work well independently and within a team

· Trustworthy and dependable

· Ability to take direction from multiple sources with a variety of management styles

· Flexible, adjusting work hours as necessary for special projects

· Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

This position has a starting pay range of $21.80-$29.95 per hour. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

Associate discount; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); smoking cessation support; bereavement leave; 401(k) Associate contributions; credit union; cell phone discounts. Also, those who meet certain service or hours requirements are eligible for: 401(k) match; medical; dental; vision; life insurance; disability coverage; paid parental leave; paid holidays/vacation/sick; scholarship program. All benefits are provided in accordance with and subject to the terms of the applicable plan, agreement or program and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.

In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Location: USA TJ Maxx Distribution Center Worcester