Pre-Production Lead: Samples & Materials Logistics

JCPenney; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Associate discount

Job summary

JCPenney is seeking a Pre- Production Manager in Plano, TX to oversee the production process, calendar tracking, and on-time delivery. You will manage samples, fabrics, trims, and materials, keeping the team informed on status and timelines.

The role requires 5+ years in pre-production or related fields, strong organizational and cross-functional collaboration skills, and proficiency in PLM and MS Office. Competitive benefits are offered with this position.

Qualifications

• 4-year College degree preferred.
• 5+ years (post-graduation) related experience in pre-production, product development, and/or merchandising.
• Excellent organizational, communication and decision-making skills.
• High sense of urgency and initiative.
• Proven experience building working relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Strong reporting and analytical skills.
• Computer proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook; Flex PLM experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports Design to ensure products are executed with design specifications.
• Supports Raw Materials team to allocate sample yardage, raw materials and trims needed for samples, testing and production.
• Assists in the approval process and timeline to ensure accuracy and avoid delivery impact.
• Executes the requesting and tracking of product samples including prototypes, technical fit, line review samples, etc.
• Continuously communicate to all team members on production updates, approvals & issues.
• Supports Sourcing, IBO and Product Integrity teams for challenges and issues while maintaining JCPenney standards.
• Inputs data into systems and ensures the integrity and accuracy of the information.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Reporting skills

Analytical skills

Urgency and initiative

Relationship building

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Flex PLM

MS Office

Job description

JCPenney is seeking a Pre- Production Manager in Plano, TX to oversee the production process, calendar tracking, and on-time delivery. You will manage samples, fabrics, trims, and materials, keeping the team informed on status and timelines.

The role requires 5+ years in pre-production or related fields, strong organizational and cross-functional collaboration skills, and proficiency in PLM and MS Office. Competitive benefits are offered with this position.