The TJX Companies, Inc.
Transportation Coordinator
The TJX Companies, Inc., Brownsburg, Indiana, United States, 46112
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Transportation Coordinator
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The TJX Companies, Inc.
Work Schedule: Tuesday – Friday 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
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 Summary As a Transportation Coordinator, you are responsible for but not limited to handling the day‑to‑day execution of the transportation department. A coordinator works with internal partners (DC, Home Office, Store Ops, etc.) and external partners (carriers, 3PLs) to monitor shipments and expedite the efficient movement of TJX merchandise. Creating a timely flow into our stores while working to maintain optimal performance value. Ensuring timely service of deliveries, while upholding operational standards. Supporting and escalating any high‑level challenges to their Transportation Supervisor/Manager. Opportunities for growth throughout the organization guided by individual development plans (IDP), mentorship, and cross‑functional exposure.
Duties and Responsibilities
Support execution of crossdock and store deliveries, ensuring accurate shipping plans and schedules, including transportation optimization, return logistics and peak‑season strategies
Consistently deliver operational performance against established KPIs and budget, performing root‑cause analysis as needed and creating necessary action plans to manage performance
Execute against peak‑season plans/strategies to support the challenging needs of the business
Support Transportation Manager/ Supervisor in yard staffing/auditing, scheduling, and usage as well as in supporting the building with all inbound and outbound transportation responsibilities
Interact with field leadership, store operations, loss prevention, and transportation providers to ensure overall execution of TJX service/standards
Plan and communicate the truck capacity requirements and ensure an adequate supply of truck power and trailers
Ensure steady flow of inbound and outbound movements, resulting in the timely arrival of merchandise to stores and maximum utilization of lowest cost carriers
Provides guidance and/or training to other peer Transportation Coordinators when applicable
Audits yard management system for carrier/trailer accuracy
Build in-depth working knowledge of the Transportation Management Systems so that you can design, test, and implement new configuration and parameters that drive efficiencies
Gather and maintain TJX transportation and logistics master data
Support outbound transportation projects and initiatives as assigned or directed
Create and follow standard operating process (SOP) guides for outbound activities
Performs other tasks and duties as required or directed
Provide direction for miscellaneous outbound shipments (e.g., misroutes)
Detention and bobtail validation and management
Daily report out with senior leadership team on trends, barriers, and action plans to ensure we are sustaining strong partnerships
Minimal Requirements
At least (1) year of related experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required
Analytical skills to identify trends, forecast, and proactively adjust strategies to support our upstream and downstream partners
Excellent written and oral communication skills with all levels of management
Solid organizational skills with the ability to multitask
Great attention to detail
Proficient in transportation, warehouse, and yard management systems such as Blue Yonder (JDA)
Ability to work following shift: Friday‑Sunday 5am‑5pm
Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs
Vital knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
Must be comfortable with creating and maintaining spreadsheet formulas/data with Excel
Strong Customer Service and teamwork skills
Salary Range $16.80‑$22.65/hr
Benefits 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.
EEO Statement 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.
Address 850 East Northfield Drive
Location USA HomeGoods Distribution Center, Brownsburg
Salary Range: $23.00 – $24.00 per hour. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industry
Retail
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Transportation Coordinator
role at
The TJX Companies, Inc.
Work Schedule: Tuesday – Friday 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
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 Summary As a Transportation Coordinator, you are responsible for but not limited to handling the day‑to‑day execution of the transportation department. A coordinator works with internal partners (DC, Home Office, Store Ops, etc.) and external partners (carriers, 3PLs) to monitor shipments and expedite the efficient movement of TJX merchandise. Creating a timely flow into our stores while working to maintain optimal performance value. Ensuring timely service of deliveries, while upholding operational standards. Supporting and escalating any high‑level challenges to their Transportation Supervisor/Manager. Opportunities for growth throughout the organization guided by individual development plans (IDP), mentorship, and cross‑functional exposure.
Duties and Responsibilities
Support execution of crossdock and store deliveries, ensuring accurate shipping plans and schedules, including transportation optimization, return logistics and peak‑season strategies
Consistently deliver operational performance against established KPIs and budget, performing root‑cause analysis as needed and creating necessary action plans to manage performance
Execute against peak‑season plans/strategies to support the challenging needs of the business
Support Transportation Manager/ Supervisor in yard staffing/auditing, scheduling, and usage as well as in supporting the building with all inbound and outbound transportation responsibilities
Interact with field leadership, store operations, loss prevention, and transportation providers to ensure overall execution of TJX service/standards
Plan and communicate the truck capacity requirements and ensure an adequate supply of truck power and trailers
Ensure steady flow of inbound and outbound movements, resulting in the timely arrival of merchandise to stores and maximum utilization of lowest cost carriers
Provides guidance and/or training to other peer Transportation Coordinators when applicable
Audits yard management system for carrier/trailer accuracy
Build in-depth working knowledge of the Transportation Management Systems so that you can design, test, and implement new configuration and parameters that drive efficiencies
Gather and maintain TJX transportation and logistics master data
Support outbound transportation projects and initiatives as assigned or directed
Create and follow standard operating process (SOP) guides for outbound activities
Performs other tasks and duties as required or directed
Provide direction for miscellaneous outbound shipments (e.g., misroutes)
Detention and bobtail validation and management
Daily report out with senior leadership team on trends, barriers, and action plans to ensure we are sustaining strong partnerships
Minimal Requirements
At least (1) year of related experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required
Analytical skills to identify trends, forecast, and proactively adjust strategies to support our upstream and downstream partners
Excellent written and oral communication skills with all levels of management
Solid organizational skills with the ability to multitask
Great attention to detail
Proficient in transportation, warehouse, and yard management systems such as Blue Yonder (JDA)
Ability to work following shift: Friday‑Sunday 5am‑5pm
Able to work a flexible schedule to support business needs
Vital knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
Must be comfortable with creating and maintaining spreadsheet formulas/data with Excel
Strong Customer Service and teamwork skills
Salary Range $16.80‑$22.65/hr
Benefits 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.
EEO Statement 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.
Address 850 East Northfield Drive
Location USA HomeGoods Distribution Center, Brownsburg
Salary Range: $23.00 – $24.00 per hour. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industry
Retail
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