Sourcing Specialist - Apparel Sourcing & Quality

JCPenney; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Associate discount

401(k) with company match

Job summary

JCPenney is seeking a Sourcing Senior Specialist in Dallas to manage direct import buys, research new resources, and help resolve quality and delivery issues. You will build strategic relationships with cross‑functional partners and suppliers to drive results.

Responsibilities include negotiating program pricing, monitoring quality and delivery metrics, and supporting special projects. Strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of related experience in retail, apparel manufacturing, quality and trade agreements preferred
• Strong communication and negotiation skills; ability to build relationships cross-functionally
• Excellent organizational skills; attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task successfully and prioritize while meeting critical deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word)

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute brand or product category and report directly to the Director
• Work to build effective strategic relationships with cross-functional partners, internal stakeholders, external suppliers and teams to drive results and influence change
• Manage internal and external teams and Time and Action to deliver on IMU, quality and delivery goals
• Conduct pre-and post-season analysis and present findings and actions to executive management
• Maintain detailed product cost information (CIP, Fabric)
• Responsible for negotiating program pricing and delivery
• Monitor quality and delivery performance metrics and implement improvement initiatives
• Manage move outs, cancellations, and liabilities
• Special Projects, as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Job description

JCPenney is seeking a Sourcing Senior Specialist in Dallas to manage direct import buys, research new resources, and help resolve quality and delivery issues. You will build strategic relationships with cross‑functional partners and suppliers to drive results.

Responsibilities include negotiating program pricing, monitoring quality and delivery metrics, and supporting special projects. Strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office are essential.