Product Operations Assistant

JCPenney; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Associate discount

Job summary

Catalyst is seeking a GTM Strategy & Program Assistant to provide operational support across GTM initiatives, coordinating calendars, meetings, and documentation for leadership reviews.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with Merchandising, Sourcing, Product Development, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, and vendors, with a hybrid in-office work policy in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Product Development, Business or related field or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years' experience in calendar management, sourcing, or production in retail/apparel.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate GTM project timelines, milestones and launch activities.
• Track action items, risks, issues; escalate as needed.
• Schedule and facilitate cross-functional meetings with documentation.
• Maintain program documentation and reporting tools.
• Prepare presentations and executive summaries for leadership reviews.
• Support governance, compliance, and process adherence.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Project tracking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

PLM systems

Job description

Overview

The GTM Strategy & Program Assistant provides critical operational and administrative support for the planning, coordination, execution, and monitoring of Go-to-Market (GTM) initiatives across products, categories, and business programs. The position is responsible for maintaining GTM calendars, coordinating meetings, tracking project progress, managing documentation, and facilitating communication across internal and external stakeholders. The GTM Strategy & Program Assistant serves as a key operational partner to GTM leadership, Merchandising, Sourcing, Product Development, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, and vendor partners to ensure alignment, launch readiness, and successful program execution.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate GTM project timelines, milestone schedules, and launch activities to ensure on-time execution.
• Track action items, dependencies, risks, and issues across GTM initiatives, driving timely resolution and escalating concerns as needed.
• Schedule and facilitate cross-functional meetings, including agenda development, meeting documentation, and follow-up tracking.
• Maintain accurate program documentation, reporting tools, and centralized repositories to support visibility and decision-making.
• Prepare presentations, status updates, executive summaries, and briefing materials for leadership and stakeholder reviews.
• Partner with Merchandising, Sourcing, Product Development, Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, and vendor teams to support seamless program execution.
• Support the execution of communication plans related to product launches, seasonal initiatives, and GTM programs.
• Document, maintain, and continuously improve standard operating procedures (SOPs), GTM workflows, and process documentation.
• Manage program templates, calendars, tools, and best practices to ensure consistency and operational excellence.
• Assist with governance, compliance, and process adherence requirements across GTM initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance cross-functional collaboration and execution effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Product Development, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years of experience in Calendar Management, Sourcing, or Production within a retail, wholesale apparel organization.
• Working knowledge of the product development calendar process and merchandise lifecycle.
• Strong organizational, time management, project-tracking, and follow-up skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and suppliers.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of costing, sourcing, and production processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook; experience with PLM systems is preferred but not required.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and eager to learn in a team-oriented environment.
• Adhere to the company's hybrid work policy and maintain regular in-office presence to support collaboration and team engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

What you Get

Enjoy a rewarding career at Catalyst, where we offer a competitive benefits package, a vibrant work environment, and the opportunity to make a difference with America's most iconic retail brands.

• Generous benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance starting on day one, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, and an associate discount on merchandise across all Catalyst Brands.
• Opportunities for growth and development: We are committed to helping our employees grow their careers and develop their skills. We offer a variety of training and development programs, as well as opportunities for advancement.
• Collaborative and supportive culture: We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage teamwork and collaboration, and we are always looking for ways to support our employees' success.

About Catalyst

Catalyst Brands reflects the bringing together the rich heritages of our brands with modern excitement and a new vision for success. Five iconic brands came together under a unified powerhouse portfolio to celebrate the essence of American style. We will leverage our rich history, resources and best-in-class industry talent to further build the success of our brands. At Catalyst we are united in one shared purpose: We exist to ignite America’s most beloved retail brands to make fashion accessible to all.

For more opportunities to join our team please visitour careers page.

Pay Range

USD $57,200.00 - USD $104,000.00 /Yr.