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Retail Department Supervisor

TJX Companies · Lake Zurich, IL · $16.00–$16.50 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 16, 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 to meet a quality standard.

What they are checking: Training and mentoring associates on established merchandising and processing principles.

Tell me about a time you led a team through a busy, stressful day.

What they are checking: Steady leadership and teamwork that keep processing on track under pressure.

How do you handle a team member who is a friend outside of work?

What they are checking: Fairness and professionalism when supervising people they know personally.

What does maintaining confidentiality mean for a supervisor in a store?

What they are checking: Trustworthiness with sensitive information about associates and store operations.

What would you do

An associate keeps skipping security tags to work faster. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Holding the line on standards that protect against theft while coaching respectfully.

How do you decide what goes on the floor when you have more merchandise than space?

What they are checking: Judgment about space, seasonality and sales to keep the department shoppable.

A customer asks for help while you're directing processing. What do you do?

What they are checking: Modeling exceptional customer service even while leading back-of-house work.

About the work

How would you run truck processing so your department gets fresh merchandise quickly?

What they are checking: Orchestrating truck delivery and prioritizing what reaches the sales floor first.

What does properly coded merchandise mean, and what happens if coding is wrong?

What they are checking: Understanding that coding errors cause pricing problems and inaccurate inventory.

How do you keep the Coordinator on Duty updated during processing?

What they are checking: Communication that keeps the flow of goods and floor staffing coordinated.

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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: 725 West Route 22 Location: USA TJ Maxx Store 0054 Lake Zurich IL This position has a starting pay range of USD $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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