Procurement Specialist [T500-**]

What you will discover: Inclusive culture and career growth opportunities Global Organization which collaborates across U.S., Canada, Europe, Australia and India Challenging, collaborative, and team-based environment What you will do: The TJX Non-Merchandising Purchasing Organization is a trusted partner to our myriad of business functions. As a Procurement Specialist you will be a trusted business partner, working with TJX Non-Merchandise business functions on all purchasing processes. Through your expertise you will partner with the business to ensure products and services are purchased at negotiated, contracted prices from approved vendors, products and services are covered by contract and / or by TJX Terms & Conditions, ensure that there are commitment approvals before goods and services are provided and that all purchasing is in line with TJX Purchasing Policies. You are a trusted partner who provides value to your business partners through your best in class purchasing and industry knowledge. Through your work with other groups, you will be recognized as someone who drives compliance, process improvement and develops strong relationships across TJX. We seek self-motivated colleagues who can demonstrate their talent and experience to identify, triage, and support the smooth operation of Purchasing processes, compliance and support. You will work with our finest business partners to correlate ongoing efforts with key business outcomes. The Procurement Specialist role is responsible for supporting all activity regarding all Global Non-merchandise purchasing for all indirect spend. They are held responsible for all business and supplier support for purchasing and invoicing including supplier set up. Catalogue creation, including creation of BPA, CPAs and Punchout, this includes the build and implementation of procurement catalogs for assigned categories of spend (iProcurement). Running reports as requested from ERP System and / or Spend Analytics Tool Review reporting for non-compliance and either solution in system or work with business to resolve On-boarding vendors to supplie r e-invoicing portal including providing login information, training, and technical support Lead Business trainings for all purchasing support and guidance Creation of requisitions/purchase orders for the business Creation of inventory, expense, and capital items Support and resolution of purchasing queries form the business Performs UAT (User Acceptance Test) testing for Procurement and Inventory modules in support of upgrades and enhancements Work with EP and the Business to set up new suppliers for payment and purchasing Build of new inventory organizations and associated tasks such as inventory item and stock locator creation and assignment Interfaces with business partners and suppliers within and outside of GS&P to resolve purchasing and operational issues Ensuring the business utilizes processes for Procurement Compliance while continually monitoring compliance Is the SME (Subject Matter Expert) for all the buyers. Ensuring that all buyers follow purchasing policy and procedures Responsible for the development and training of all buyers in all technical, system skills, procurement compliance and standards. This includes providing regular purchasing training to the business.? Provides all provisioning of the buyers’ responsibilities within the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system. Manages and resolution of all tickets submitted through the Service Now System. Oversees all the purchasing for New Stores, Relocations and Remodels in the United States. This includes ensuring timely procurement of goods and communication to suppliers in support of these stores as well as issue resolution What you will need: We seek self-motivated colleagues who can demonstrate their talent and experience to identify, triage, and support the smooth operation of Procurement activity and initiatives. You will work with our finest thought leaders to correlate ongoing efforts with key business outcomes. Ability to build relationships remotely and become a trusted advisor Drives for results. Wants to drive efficiencies and is target orientated Proactive communication Design processes Test systems Minimum Qualifications: 2 years in sourcing, procurement, supply management or related experience Expertise on purchasing processes Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners Strong training & development skills Experience in ticket issue and resolution systems Experience in invoicing processes and e-invoicing system Strong presentation skills with experience presenting information to the business Basic knowledge of Microsoft 365 Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Sourcing or Supply Management, business or finance is desirable but not essential Experience in the retail industry and managing multinational Business Partners and suppliers Worked with Oracle ERP for purchasing, inventory and/or invoicing processes