Area Operations Manager; AOM

Position: Area Operations Manager (AOM) TJ Maxx At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores—TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer. The Opportunity Grow Your Career. • Ensures volume and productivity goals by area are met or exceeded • Manage a safe workplace by advocating safety training and accident preparedness; lead the facility in safe and efficient operation of all equipment • Performs analysis and makes staffing adjustments to match the work flow • Ensures adherence to proper work methods • Seeks consistent improvements • Ensure performance plans are set, maintained and continuously improved by Human Resources Management • Actively develop Supervisors and Staff; coaches and counsels with integrity • Inspire your team with challenging assignments and coaching to facilitate individual growth and development; foster a collaborative environment in which diverse backgrounds are respected and valued • Reinforces positive work environment and company culture • Establish and maintain effective relationship with your peers, team and senior managers in order to communicate effectively, collaborate across departments and strategically implement solutions • Mediates conflict resolution Who We’re Looking For • Previous experience managing diverse teams of 100+ associates • 4+ years supervisory experience • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in all situations with strong interpersonal skills • Proven ability to motivate teams and manage conflict; ability to provide feedback and develop other leaders • Strong reasoning, analytical and problem solving skills • Ability to interpret and understand policies and procedures and relate them to others • Strong technical skills including, word, excel and WMS experience • Must be available to support multiple shifts • 4 year degree in Business, Logistics or Industrial Engineering preferred Benefits Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs; auto/home insurance discounts; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information. In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. Address 3860 E. Holmes Rd Location USA TJ Maxx Fulfillment Center Memphis This position has a starting salary range of $83,100.00 to $ per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual incentive as well as long-term incentives. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply tot his job

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