Pre-Production Senior Specialist - Men's

Pre-Production Senior Specialist Apparel (Hybrid)

JCPenney Company, Inc. Plano, Texas

The Pre-Production Senior Specialist 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.
• 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.