Pre-Production Sr Specialist

Overview

The Pre-Production Senior Specialist executes the production process, tracking the production calendar and ensuring on‑time product delivery. The role manages logistics and tracking for sample fabric, raw materials, and garment samples while keeping all team members up to date on product status.

• 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 communicates 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.

• 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.

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.

JCPenney proudly serves customers at more than 650 stores across the United States and Puerto Rico, and online at  JCPenney is one of the nation’s largest retailers of apparel, home, jewelry, and beauty merchandise with a growing portfolio of private and national brands. Guided by the Golden Rule, JCPenney employs more than 60,000 associates worldwide and has served customers for over 119 years, playing a vital role in the communities it serves.

USD $54,000.00 - USD $87,000.00 / Yr.