Merchandising and Buying Development Programme (2026)

At TJX Europe, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritises your development. Whether you’re working in our Distribution Centers, Corporate Offices, or Retail Stores—TK Maxx & Homesense, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX team—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.

Job Description

About the Program

Join our Merchandising and Buying Development Programme (MBDP) and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. From day one, you’ll make real commercial decisions, develop analytical skills, and learn how Merchandising and Buying work together to deliver value to our customers. You’ll build strong relationships across the business and gain exposure to multiple product areas, giving you the skills and experience to thrive in a dynamic retail market.

Check out our website for more details: Graduates - Merchandising & Buying

• TJX Europe Early Careers
  
  

What You’ll Do

• Start your journey in Merchandising at our European Head Office with a 12-week induction and training program, gaining a full understanding of our business and the fundamental partnership between Merchandising and Buying.
• Take on the role of an Allocation Analyst, managing product distribution across stores for your department - anything from Men’s T-Shirts to Toys - whilst working closely with Buyers on what they have bought.
• Develop analytical skills by analysing sales trends, inventory levels, and demand forecasts, while building your commercial skills through spending time in both our stores and the competition.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Already a part of TJX Europe? Visit the Early Careers Threadpage for guidance and next steps. Click here to access.
• Looking to join TJX Europe? Keep reading below:
• A degree in any discipline. Fluent in English (another European language or cultural familiarity is a plus).
• Analytical and commercially minded: confident with Excel, comfortable interpreting data, and curious about retail.
• Collaborative and relationship-focused: strong communicator who builds trust, shares ideas, and thrives in a team.
• Ambitious and adaptable: takes initiative, learns from mistakes, and thrives in a fast-changing environment where decisions happen quickly.
  
  

What We Offer

At TJX Europe, we believe in supporting our associates to thrive both professionally and personally. Here’s what you can expect:

• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Exclusive employee discounts at TK Maxx and Homesense
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive culture where your voice is valued
• Access to wellbeing support and resources
• Pension and life assurance schemes
• Opportunities to grow your career across our global business
• Relocation Support
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• A vibrant, campus-style head office in the heart of Watford—featuring a subsidised canteen, onsite gym, free parking, and just a short walk from Watford Junction Station
  
  

Application Process

Online application > Psychometric Online Tests > Online Video Interview > Assessment Centre

You must have the legal right to work in the country you are applying to.

As proud as we are of our past success, it’s our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.

Address

73 Clarendon Road

Location:

EUR Home Office Watford GB