Merchandise Associate

Company Overview:

The Staten Island Workforce1 Career Center is partnering with TJ Maxx to find qualified candidates for a Merchandise Associate role in Staten Island, New York. TJ Maxx is part of TJX Companies, a global off-price retail leader known for offering brand-name and designer apparel, footwear, accessories, and home goods at discounted prices. With thousands of stores across multiple countries, TJX provides customers with a unique “treasure hunt” shopping experience featuring constantly changing merchandise. The company values teamwork, customer service, and creating an engaging shopping environment for customers.

Position Overview: Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist customers on the sales floor by answering questions and providing product support.
• Process purchases, returns, and exchanges accurately at the register.
• Restock shelves, hang and fold merchandise, and maintain an organized sales floor.
• Unpack shipments, tag items, and prepare new merchandise for the sales floor.
• Straighten displays and maintain a neat, easy-to-shop store environment.
• Maintain fitting rooms by keeping areas clean and returning merchandise to the sales floor.
• Support store team members with daily tasks during busy periods.
• Follow store safety and operational procedures in a fast-paced retail environment.

Requirements:

• Must have at least six months of recent retail experience.
• Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to assist customers and provide product support.
• Ability to operate cash registers accurately and perform basic math.
• Ability to restock, organize, and maintain merchandise displays.
• Strong attention to detail, teamwork, time management, and flexibility.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift merchandise.
• Must have open availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Pay Range: USD $17.00 - USD $17.00 /Hr.