JCPenney announces appointment of two senior executives

J. C. Penney Company, Inc. has announced a series of leadership actions taking place over the next few months that the company said, will assemble a cross-functional executive team that merges the talents and perspectives of new and existing industry leaders.

JCPenney added that beginning January 21, Mike Robbins, executive vice president of private brands and supply chain, will be appointed to Executive Vice President, chief stores and supply chain officer. In his new customer-focused role, Robbins will be responsible for all stores, supply chain and sourcing operations. With a broad focus on the customer experience and ensuring timely and innovative product delivery, Robbins will continue to oversee product design and development until a new chief merchant has been identified.

Additionally, Truett Horne, currently an associate principal at McKinsey & Company, will join the company as Chief Transformation Officer, reporting to JCPenney CEO Jill Soltau. Horne will have primary responsibility for the development and implementation of the company's strategic and transformational initiatives.

"By appointing and recruiting the right leaders who have the expertise and fortitude to accelerate a turnaround strategy, our senior executive team will play an instrumental role in energizing teams, connecting with our customers and positioning JCPenney for profitable growth," said Soltau in a statement.

The company is also currently scouting for candidates to fill key senior management positions including chief merchant, chief customer officer, senior vice president of planning and allocation, principal accounting officer and chief financial officer.

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