Pre-Production Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) with Company match

Associate discount on Catalyst Brands

Paid holidays

Job summary

JCPenney Plano, TX is seeking a Pre-Production Manager to oversee the production calendar, track samples and materials, and ensure on-time delivery. This role coordinates with design, sourcing, materials, and product teams to keep everyone aligned on status and timelines.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in pre-production or merchandising, a 4-year degree, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with PLM systems and MS Office.

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

Decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Reporting skills

Initiative

Urgency

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Flex PLM

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Pre- Production Manager

JCPenney Company, Inc.

Plano, Texas

The Pre- Production Manager executes the production process, including tracking the production calendar and ensuring on-time product delivery. This team member manages logistics and tracking for all sample fabric, raw materials and garment samples while also keeping all team members up-to-date on the product status.

Primary 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.

Core Competencies & Accomplishments

• 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

What you get

If eligible, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays*, and 401(k) with Company match. All associates are eligible for an associate discount on all Catalyst Brands merchandise. For paid holidays, associates who are eligible for paid vacation (MTO) are also eligible for eight paid holidays during the calendar year. All store hourly associates scheduled to work on a designated holiday will receive additional compensation. *For paid vacation days, as well as eligibility requirements for other benefits, please visit www.catalystbrandsbenefits.com

About JCPenney

JCPenney is the shopping destination for diverse, working American families. With inclusivity at its core, the Company’s product assortment meets customers’ everyday needs and helps them commemorate every special occasion with style, quality, and value. JCPenney offers a broad portfolio of fashion, apparel, home, beauty, and jewelry from national and private brands and provides personal services including salon, portrait and optical. The Company and its 50,000 associates worldwide serve customers where, when, and how they want to shop – from jcp.com to more than 650 stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. In 2024, JCPenney celebrates 122 years as an iconic American brand by continuing its legacy of connecting with customers through shopping and community engagement.

Pay Range

USD $69,000.00 - USD $115,000.00 /Yr.