Pre-Production Specialist

JCPenney; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision

401(k) match

Associate discount

Job summary

JCPenney in Plano, TX is seeking a Pre Production Sr. Specialist - Men's to ensure products meet design specs and manage sample processes. You will coordinate design, raw materials, trims, and production timelines, while maintaining JCPenney standards.

This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, strong organizational skills, and the ability to drive accurate data across systems. The position offers a competitive benefits package and a path for growth within merchandising teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in pre-production or product development.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to build cross-functional relationships.
• Proficient with MS Office; Flex PLM experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design-to-spec execution and material allocation.
• Support Raw Materials and testing for samples and production.
• Track samples and approvals to avoid delivery delays.
• Maintain production updates and issue resolution.
• Input data accurately into systems with attention to integrity.

Skills

Pre-production planning

Merchandising

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Flex PLM

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Pre Production Sr. Specialist - Men's

JCPenney

Plano, TX

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.
• 3+ 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:

• We offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, and an associate discount on JCPenney merchandise.

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 2022, JCPenney celebrates 120 years as an iconic American brand by continuing its legacy of connecting with customers through shopping and community engagement.

Pay Range

USD $48,000.00 - USD $80,000.00 /Yr.