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Department Supervisor

TJX Companies · Sun Prairie, WI · $16.00–$16.50 an hour · Full time

Posted Jul 20, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you trained someone on a process that had to be done exactly right.

What they are checking: Whether they can teach tagging, hanging, securing and coding standards so they stick with new associates.

Describe a time you had to keep a team motivated through a long, physical shift.

What they are checking: Whether they lead by example and keep morale up when the work is repetitive and tiring.

How do you keep confidential information private when you are trusted with more than associates are?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle supervisor-level information without sharing it with the team they work beside.

What would you do

You have more cartons than people this morning. How do you decide what gets processed first?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize by what the floor needs most instead of simply working the truck front to back.

How would you work with the Coordinator on Duty when your processing plan conflicts with what the floor needs right now?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate and adjust with the person running the shift instead of protecting their own plan.

Two of your associates move slowly and one is fast but careless. How do you manage all three?

What they are checking: Whether they can coach both speed and quality without lowering the standard for either.

A customer stops you mid-task to ask for help. You are behind on your processing goals. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they keep customer experience first even while being measured on how fast goods move.

What would you do if you saw an associate skipping security tags to save time?

What they are checking: Whether they enforce loss prevention steps consistently even when the team is behind.

About the work

Walk me through how you would run a truck delivery from the moment it arrives until the merchandise is on the sales floor.

What they are checking: Whether they can orchestrate receiving and processing in a logical order that gets goods out fast.

What problems happen on the floor if merchandise is not tagged, secured or coded correctly?

What they are checking: Whether they connect processing errors to pricing complaints, shrink and lost sales on the floor.

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The full job description

As published by TJX Companies.

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. Job Description: Opportunity: Grow Your Career Responsible for promoting an excellent customer experience. Oversees a team of Associates at front of store ensuring prompt, courteous customer service and promotion of loyalty programs. Leads by example by engaging and interacting with all customers, and maintaining a clean and organized store. Role models outstanding customer service. • Creates a positive internal and external customer experience • Promotes a culture of honesty and integrity; maintains confidentiality • Takes an active role in training and mentoring Associates on front end principles • Trains and coaches Associates on personalizing the customer experience while promoting loyalty programs • Assigns registers, supports and responds to POS coverage needs, and coordinates breaks for all Associates • Addresses customer concerns and issues promptly, ensuring a positive customer experience • Ensures Associates execute tasks and activities according to store plan; prioritizes as needed • Communicates accurately and effectively with management and Associates when setting and addressing priorities; provides progress updates • Provides and accepts recognition and constructive feedback • Partners with Management on Associate training needs to increase effectiveness • Ensures adherence to all labor laws, policies, and procedures • Promotes credit and loyalty programs • Supports and participates in store shrink reduction goals and programs • Promotes safety awareness and maintains a safe environment • Other duties as assigned Who We’re Looking For: You. • Available to work flexible schedule, including nights and weekends • Strong understanding of merchandising techniques • Capable of multi-tasking • Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail • Able to respond appropriately to changes in direction or unexpected situations • Team player, working effectively with peers and supervisors • Able to train others • 1 year retail and 6 months of leadership experience Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation; bereavement; 401(k) Associate contributions; child care & cell phone discounts; pet & legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. Those who meet service or hours requirements are also eligible for: 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long term disability; paid parental leave; paid holidays/vacation/sick; auto/home insurance discounts; scholarship program; adoption assistance. All benefits are provided in accordance with and subject to the terms of the applicable plan or program 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. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. Address: 425 S Legacy Way Location: USA TJ Maxx Store 1556 Sun Prairie WI This position has a starting pay range of $16.00 to $16.50 per hour. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

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