TJX Australia
At TJX Australia, 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 Processing Centers, Corporate Offices, or our TK Maxx Retail Stores, 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:
About the Role
We’re looking for an Import Compliance Specialist to support the smooth and compliant flow of merchandise into Australia.
In this role, you’ll partner closely with Buying, Inbound Logistics, and external partners (including freight forwarders and customs brokers) to ensure we meet all regulatory requirements while keeping our operations efficient and agile.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working across teams, strengthening processes, and making a real impact on how we bring products into the business.
What You’ll Do
Support day-to-day import compliance activities to ensure merchandise meets Australian customs requirements
Partner with Buyers, Inbound Logistics, and freight forwarders to facilitate smooth import processes
Coordinate with brokers on documentation including Certificates of Origin (COO) and Free Trade Agreements (FTA)
Validate and review data to ensure accuracy and compliance (including use of Excel tools such as VLOOKUPs and data validation)
Identify potential compliance risks and support internal audits
Maintain and improve SOPs, ensuring processes are clear and consistent
Deliver training and guidance to internal teams (e.g. Buying Offices and booking teams) on compliance requirements
Contribute to process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives
Build working knowledge of quarantine requirements and regulatory frameworks (excluding biosecurity focus)
Who We’re Looking For
Experience in import/export, trade compliance, or customs-related roles
Background working with importers or within regulated industries (e.g. retail, food, beauty, healthcare) is highly regarded
Strong understanding of Australian Customs requirements, including documentation, COO and FTA frameworks
Exposure to quarantine processes and compliance requirements (BICON knowledge advantageous)
Experience with internal audits, compliance checks, and process improvement
Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, data validation, working with large datasets)
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capability
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement
Confident communicator, comfortable working across multiple stakeholder groups
Why Join TJX Australia
Collaborative, team-first environment with strong cross-functional partnerships
Opportunity to step into a broader importer-side role and deepen your expertise
Exposure to end-to-end logistics and trade compliance processes
What You’ll Do
Support day-to-day import compliance activities to ensure merchandise meets Australian customs requirements
Partner with Buyers, Inbound Logistics, and freight forwarders to facilitate smooth import processes
Coordinate with brokers on documentation including Commercial invoices, Manufacturers Declarations, and Certificates of Origin (COO)
Validate and review data to ensure accuracy and compliance (including use of Excel tools such as VLOOKUPs and data validation)
Identify potential compliance risks and support internal audits
Maintain and improve SOPs, ensuring processes are clear and consistent
Deliver training and guidance to internal teams (e.g. Buying Offices and booking teams) on compliance requirements
Contribute to process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives
Build working knowledge of quarantine requirements and regulatory frameworks (including biosecurity focus)
As proud as we are of our past success, it’s our future that excites us most. We strive to provide opportunities for growth, recognition and a competitive salary and benefits package. Share our determination to think bolder and bigger, and be part of our future. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and/or sexual orientation.
Address:
Level 5 189 O'Riordan Street
Location:
AUS Home Office Mascot NSW
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