Global Sourcing & Procurement – Category Management Co-op

The TJX Companies, Inc.

Global Sourcing & Procurement co-op supporting vendor negotiations and sourcing initiatives for TJX, the world’s leading off-price retailer. Analyzing suppliers, spending, and process improvements across business functions.

Posted 9/10/2026full-timeMarlborough • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills in supply chain management and global sourcing, with a focus on vendor negotiation, supplier relationship management, and process improvement. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and utilizing Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, to support sourcing initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supply Chain ManagementGlobal SourcingVendor NegotiationAnalytical Problem-SolvingMicrosoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Supply Chain ManagementGlobal SourcingVendor NegotiationProcess ImprovementDemand ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementLogisticsITStore OperationsMarketing

Soft Skills

Strong Work EthicHighly Motivated Self-StarterEffective PrioritizationProactive ApproachFlexible ApproachAnalytical SkillsCreative Problem-SolvingExcellent CommunicationCross-Functional TeamworkIntellectual Curiosity

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeExcel

Industry Keywords

Category ManagementSourcing EventsSupplier SelectionProcess ImprovementDemand ManagementSupplier Rationalization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the category management team in evaluating and negotiating with vendors around the world
Work on projects related to Logistics, IT, Store Operations, Supplies, and Marketing
Lead low- to medium-complexity sourcing events with GS&P business partners
Collaborate with cross-functional project teams on supplier selection and related activities
Use intelligence and analysis tools to research and support category sourcing initiatives
Identify opportunities for process improvement and demand management
Identify opportunities for supplier relationship management and rationalization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Student interested in supply chain management and global sourcing
Strong work ethic
Highly motivated self-starter
Effective prioritization, proactive and flexible approach
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, professional environment
Analytical and creative problem-solving skills
Ability to handle change
Excellent communication and cross-functional teamwork skills
Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn
Interest in building strong professional relationships
Experienced user of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and benefits package
Open door policy
Supportive work environment
Potential opportunity to return for a second GS&P co-op
Potential full-time role after graduation