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Supervise the day-to day operations of the Merchandise and Accuracy Control Teams.Represent the interest of Merchandising/Planning & Allocation ensuring TJX's value requirements for Brand, Fashion, Quality and Price are met.Acts as a strategic business partner. with Operations in the timely flow of goods to stores as well as supporting building KPI's.

Liaison between the Distribution Center and the Home Office Merchandising team ensuring that merchandise meets TJX's value requirements for fashion, quality, brand and price

Unitil Corporation is an interstate electricity and natural gas utility company. As a contractor, I assist the Corrosion team in ensuring compliance and preparing for federal and state audits. *Demonstrated capacity to quickly learn specialized industry practices, organizational workflows and corrosion management system*Proven track record of accurately analyzing, tracking and maintaining detailed corrosion records *Acknowledged for ability to work independently, attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Developed & executed strategies to deliver qualified entry-level, intern & co-op students for TJX Corporate*Conducted intake sessions with hiring managers and created staffing plans to meet needs*Reputation for delivering superior candidate experience *Developed strategic and mutually beneficial relationships on campus to source talent and improve candidate flow*Planned and led unique campus events, coordinated and prepared business leaders as participants and represented the TJX brand as engaging speaker at presentations and meetings *Tracked and analyzed hiring metrics and used to improve upon staffing plans*Utilized capability of applicant tracking and campus systems to manage and report on applicant flow*Coordinated and conducted interviews. Processed, extended and negotiated offers.*Increased Northeastern University hires from 13 to 89 in 5 years positioning NU as a top source of entry level talent for TJX.*Expanded TJX Co-op program from 11 to 77 students in a highly competitive recruiting environment. *Created on-boarding and coaching support structure for co-op students*Recognized as HR Associate of the Quarter for contributions on cross functional team evaluating campus recruitment processes and tools.*Special Project: Partnered with TJX Store and Distribution Divisions to create talent mapping tools and process*Yearly Performance Appraisal ratings: “Outstanding”

Oversaw and managed the Corporate Home Office Learning and Development Department in the development and delivery of training strategies to meet company strategic and operational business needs.

Partnered with Merchant teams to develop a clear understanding of the customer and product strategies. Guided a division of 28 Planning and Allocation professionals in the development of merchandise plans and strategic initiatives to drive profitable sales. Led cross functional corporate teams in the development of behaviorally based job descriptions and performance appraisals, developmental training maps and a new talent selection process.

Responsible for creating sales, gross margin and inventory plans while managing and developing a team of six. Identified risks and opportunities to maximize profits. Provided analytics and support to the Buying organization.

Allocated the “right product” to the “right” store at the “right” time. Trained newly hired Allocation Analysts and supervised workflow.