Associate Buyer - Women's Sleepwear (Hybrid)

The Associate Buyer works with the Buyer or Senior Buyer in identifying, executing and communicating long term and seasonal merchandise strategies through the development of assortment plans. The Associate Buyer will control merchandising and marketing messages that meet or exceed sales, profit and inventory plans for JCPenney Stores and JCP.com

Primary Responsibilities

Develop a competitive merchandise assortment plan that is customer focused and adjusts to sales plans based on competition, business needs, and fashion/industry trends
Manage all aspects of assortment, product placement, order writing, marketing, pricing, signing, and markdowns
Build strong product assortments with suppliers and negotiate pricing and inventory for assigned categories
Utilize open-to-buy to manage business pre-season and in-season while working in tangent with Planner to maximize business opportunities
Evaluate suppliers on new and existing products, including but not limited to quality, pricing, shipping time, customer demand and return on investment
Integrate brand, sourcing, marketing and supply chain functions into the merchandising process to make business decisions
Determine item lifecycles and exit strategies as well as identify items to maximize promotional and marketing strategies
Attend all market weeks, store trips, trade shows and conferences
Train and coach Assistant Buyers & Sr. Assistant Buyers

Core Competencies & Accomplishments

College degree or equivalent business experience
Minimum 4 years merchandising experience; preferably with a large organization in a similar role
Thorough knowledge of buying and operations gained through progressive buying experience
Assortment optimization and Business Planning
Supplier and Price Management
Strong Decision Making ability and Negotiation Skills
Adaptability/Perseverance
Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook required

What You Get

Our corporate office, located within the exciting new development of Legacy West in Plano, Texas, supports JCPenney stores and supply chain facilities nationwide. 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. On-site campus amenities include health clinic, pharmacy, daycare and preschool, full cafeteria service, a 24-hour fitness center and free garage parking.

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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Job Title: Associate Buyer (Womens Sleepwear)

Location: Plano, TX, United States -

Job ID: 1117383

J.C. Penney Company Inc.

Plano, Texas