Trend Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Associate discount on Catalyst Brands

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Job summary

JCPenney is seeking a Trend Specialist – Design to research key fashion trends and translate insights into assortments and lifestyle needs. The role reports to the Sr. Director Trend & Partnerships and involves creating compelling trend narratives and visuals for seasonal presentations.

The candidate will travel domestically and internationally to source inspirations and contribute to seasonal strategies, with a background in trend forecasting or design and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 4-year College degree or equivalent business experience preferred.
• Prior experience in Trend Forecasting or design preferred. Ability to flex knowledge across various disciplines: Women’s, Men’s, Youth, Home, Accessories, Beauty landscape
• One to three years’ experience in trend and/or design or fashion merchandising, preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Keynote, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Versed in Social media platforms and able to use AI programs to support creative & workflow (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude etc.).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Collaborative nature with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to multi-task with effective time-management skills

Responsibilities

• Research seasonal trend including: color, fabric, print and pattern, silhouette, and key looks.
• Creates and curates presentation decks and visual content for seasonal trend presentations, translating market insights and trend research into clear, engaging narratives.
• Stays current on fashion trends through competitive shopping, fashion services, industry contracts, blogs, street style, etc.
• Researches and identifies emerging trends, synthesizes insights, and presents trend analysis and opportunities to the manager to inform seasonal strategies and business decisions.
• Travels domestically and internationally to identify emerging trends and sources of inspiration, translating insights into timely and actionable presentations for the team.

Skills

PowerPoint

Keynote

Adobe Creative Suite

Social media platforms

AI tools

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Trend Specialist – Design

JCPenney Company, Inc.

New York

The Trend Specialist will report to the Sr. Director Trend & Partnerships and research and report on key fashion trends and assist in driving trend into assortments and interpret fashion trends into JCPenney lifestyle needs.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Research seasonal trend including: color, fabric, print and pattern, silhouette, and key looks.
• Creates and curates presentation decks and visual content for seasonal trend presentations, translating market insights and trend research into clear, engaging narratives.
• Stays current on fashion trends through competitive shopping, fashion services, industry contracts, blogs, street style, etc.
• Researches and identifies emerging trends, synthesizes insights, and presents trend analysis and opportunities to the manager to inform seasonal strategies and business decisions.
• Travels domestically and internationally to identify emerging trends and sources of inspiration, translating insights into timely and actionable presentations for the team.

Core Competencies & Accomplishments:

• 4-year College degree or equivalent business experience preferred.
• Prior experience in Trend Forecasting or design preferred. Ability to flex knowledge across various disciplines: Women’s, Men’s, Youth, Home, Accessories, Beauty landscape
• One to three years’ experience in trend and/or design or fashion merchandising, preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Keynote, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Versed in Social media platforms and able to use AI programs to support creative & workflow (e.g. ChatGPT, Claude etc.).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Collaborative nature with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to multi-task with effective time-management skills

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