Design Assistant – Men's

J.C. Penney Company, Inc.

Plano, Texas

The Design Assistant supports the Design team by developing and fostering close cross-functional working relationships; initiating and following-up on communication and processes to maintain workflow.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Act as administrative and creative support for Design Team.
• Assist in organizing and meeting set-up including creating meeting materials and documents.
• Dress mannequins, pin presentation boards, hang samples and organize sample room.
• Facilitate meetings by scheduling, coordinating and notetaking as needed.
• Calendar management to ensure milestones occur in a timely and organized manner.

Core Competencies & Accomplishments:

• Minimum two years supporting a department or team.
• Detail-oriented; highly organized, ability to multi-task with effective time management skills and handle competing priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Anticipates needs and plans accordingly.
• Energetic self-starter.
• Proficiency in Flex PLM, Illustrator and MS software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and other standard office equipment for recording, storing, analyzing, retrieving, and presenting information.

Enjoy a rewarding career at JCPenney Corporate, where we offer a competitive benefits package, a vibrant work environment, and the opportunity to make a difference at one of America's most iconic retailers.

• Generous benefits: Medical/dental/vision insurance starting on day one, term life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, and an associate discount on JCPenney merchandise.
• On-site amenities: Daycare, Grab & Go Store, Coffee Shop, the Local Kitchen, fitness center, free garage parking, golf simulator, arcade, pickleball courts, and vibrant co-working spaces, meeting rooms and wellness rooms.
• Exciting location: Our corporate office is located in the heart of Legacy West, a vibrant new development in Plano, Texas, with plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
• Opportunities for growth and development: We are committed to helping our employees grow their careers and develop their skills. We offer a variety of training and development programs, as well as opportunities for advancement.
• Collaborative and supportive culture: We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage teamwork and collaboration, and we are always looking for ways to support our employees' success.

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 2022, JCPenney celebrates 120 years as an iconic American brand by continuing its legacy of connecting with customers through shopping and community engagement. Please visit JCPenney’s Newsroom to learn more and follow JCPenney on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

For more opportunities to join our team please visit our careers page.

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