Discovery is at the heart of everything we do. Wherever you find us around the world, if you can think of a product, you can probably find it in our stores, which include TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods, Sierra, Winners, Homesense, and TK Maxx. With variety comes plenty of happy surprises - our environment is ever-changing, and that’s just how we like it. Every day is an opportunity to discover something new about our business, our partnerships and even something exciting about yourself. Ready to Discover Different?
Posting Notes: 300 Value Way Marlborough MA 01752
Transportation Planning Analyst, Marlborough, MA
Summary:
As a Transportation Planning Analyst you are a crucial part of our supply chain network, supporting the flow of goods from our domestic vendors to our stores. You’ll ensure we get the right product, to the right place, at the right time, which keeps our stores exciting and ever-changing. Working in a fast-paced retail business, no day will be the same!
You will be assigned to special projects which will optimize carrier performance, drive cost savings and teach you how to utilize the six sigma approach. As you grow in your career, you will have the opportunity move across our Logistics organization and develop a well-rounded background in several areas of our business.
The Responsibilities You will Have in this Role
* Responsible for the planning and coordination of Inbound Transportation flow from Vendors to TJX Distribution Centers and Consolidation points utilizing our Transportation Management System (TMS) for optimal freight considerations.
* Sources freight to carriers providing cost effective routing and reduced transit times.
* Evaluates routing solutions, recommends optimal transportation solution and creates optimal freight movements.
* Evaluates, modifies, and enhances the BY TMS recommended Inbound solution to ensure optimal load building of freight on a day-to-day basis across major modes of transportation (Truckload, Intermodal, LTL, and limited parcel).
* Continues to develop Backhaul and Continuous Move opportunities with new carriers and DCs.
* Assesses carrier capacity and lane performance ratings; evaluates and reports on carrier performance including On-time performance, EDI Compliance, and Acceptance/Decline rates.
* Partner with Carriers, Vendors, Transportation Managers, and other logistics teams to ensure high levels of operational performance from our carriers and providers and internal partners.
* Maintains daily contact with Core Carriers and regularly collaborates with internal key partners.
* Analyze regional financials and KPIs to identify and action trends and opportunities.
* Partners with Merchandising on high priority freight and special high volume merchandise buys.
The Skills that will Make You Successful
* Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business or Industrial Engineering with 1+ years of relatable experience (including co-ops).
* Exceptional Microsoft Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Ability to work in a demanding, fast-paced environment; product moves quickly through our supply chain network, it is important to react quickly to incoming requests.
* Strong Critical Thinking and Problem Solving skills; no day is the same in off-price retail, the ability to assess situations quickly and provide alternate solutions is key to success.
* Excellent communicator with the ability to build and maintain relationships; you are the face of TJX to many of our external strategic partners.
* Flexible and adaptable; priorities change frequently based on business demands, the ability to change direction quickly is critical.
* High aptitude for manipulating and making inferences from data.
* Ability to operate in the grey.
This position has a starting salary range of $66,500 to $83,100 per year.
Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.
Come Discover Different at TJX. From opportunity and teamwork to growth, we think you’ll find that it’s so much more than a job. When you’re a part of our global TJX family, you have the full support of a diverse, close-knit group of people dedicated to finding great deals and fantastic style. Best of all? They have a lot of fun doing it.
We care about our culture, but we also prioritize the tangible stuff (Competitive salaries: check. Solid benefits: check. Plenty of room for advancement: of course). It’s our way of empowering you to make your career here.
We consider 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. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.
Posting Notes: 300 Value Way Marlborough MA 01752