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. nputs 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