Tuckernuck, Inc.
Sample Coordinator, Private Label Accessories
Tuckernuck, Inc., Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Title: Sample Coordinator, Private Label Accessories
Location: Washington, D.C.
Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package based on qualifications; classified as full-time salaried; exempt and not eligible for overtime.
Reports to: Product Development Associate (and Director of Product Development/Production)
Travel: Occasional travel may be required
The Sample Coordinator, Private Label Accessories is responsible for obtaining, organizing, and maintaining all Tuckernuck Development and Production samples for the Accessories team. The Accessories team oversees six categories: Beach Shop (resort apparel), Footwear, Handbags, Home, Belts, Scarves. They will own the logistics and tracking for each sample needed to support the Development/ Production and PR/ Photoshoot teams for all applicable categories. They will know where the sample inventory is at all times through consistent vendor communication and staying up to date on our in-office fulfillment. They have a pulse on the expected delivery of every sample and work as a liaison across cross-functional teams: Design, PD/ Production, Buying and Marketing, to ensure all teams have samples needed for development and product reviews. The Sample Coordinator also works directly with our NY Office Manager to create labels and coordinate sample shipments between offices. This position will report directly into the Product Development Associate (and Director of Product Development/ Production).
Responsibilities
Manage and track all samples for all development and product reviews by coordinating with vendors, Design, Development and Production teams
Request samples in accordance with development and production timelines and update team Product Development Report and Merch Sample Powerpoints regularly with sample ETAs
Will also communicate all sample ETAs to corresponding team members
Place product orders from warehouse for office reviews and vendor references as needed
Request and receive samples for studio shoots and assist the Production Coordinator by dictating "Priority" samples
Provide special photography callouts, and any changes the studio/buyers may not be aware of upon receipt of Shoot Recaps
Photograph incoming samples for all categories and call out any issues, flaws to PD/ Production team members
Update shared photo albums and internal powerpoint presentations in a timely manner with sample photos ahead of key meetings
Prep meeting rooms with all relevant samples ahead of key meetings
Manage internal sample inventory tracking, to ensure external teams return all borrowed samples
Attend proto meetings, fittings and sample reviews with PD/ Production team members
Work directly with Development and Production team members to "retire" samples from previous seasons to ensure our sample library is kept up-to-date and duplicates are eliminated/sent to sample sale
Track the product life cycle from start to finish beginning with initial sample development to pre-production stage in ERP system
Minimum Qualifications
1-2 years of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Passion for the Tuckernuck brand and interested in retail/ fashion
Obsessed with details and constantly double checking
Problem-solver with a proactive nature
Flexible and adaptable with willingness to support other departments
Outstanding communication and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Entrepreneurial spirit with a desire to learn every single day
Energetic, kind, sincere, positive, and generally awesome
Ability to build solid relationships with teammates and vendor partners
Proficient in Excel and ability to learn new software platforms quickly
Interest in data analytics to drive decisions
Tuckernuck Core Values
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Find the Fun
Stay Authentic
Respect
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Start Strong & Finish Strong
Have Courage
Equal Opportunity Employer Tuckernuck is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Tuckernuck policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits discrimination based on a perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful. Tuckernuck offers reasonable accommodations in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in this application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.
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Location: Washington, D.C.
Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package based on qualifications; classified as full-time salaried; exempt and not eligible for overtime.
Reports to: Product Development Associate (and Director of Product Development/Production)
Travel: Occasional travel may be required
The Sample Coordinator, Private Label Accessories is responsible for obtaining, organizing, and maintaining all Tuckernuck Development and Production samples for the Accessories team. The Accessories team oversees six categories: Beach Shop (resort apparel), Footwear, Handbags, Home, Belts, Scarves. They will own the logistics and tracking for each sample needed to support the Development/ Production and PR/ Photoshoot teams for all applicable categories. They will know where the sample inventory is at all times through consistent vendor communication and staying up to date on our in-office fulfillment. They have a pulse on the expected delivery of every sample and work as a liaison across cross-functional teams: Design, PD/ Production, Buying and Marketing, to ensure all teams have samples needed for development and product reviews. The Sample Coordinator also works directly with our NY Office Manager to create labels and coordinate sample shipments between offices. This position will report directly into the Product Development Associate (and Director of Product Development/ Production).
Responsibilities
Manage and track all samples for all development and product reviews by coordinating with vendors, Design, Development and Production teams
Request samples in accordance with development and production timelines and update team Product Development Report and Merch Sample Powerpoints regularly with sample ETAs
Will also communicate all sample ETAs to corresponding team members
Place product orders from warehouse for office reviews and vendor references as needed
Request and receive samples for studio shoots and assist the Production Coordinator by dictating "Priority" samples
Provide special photography callouts, and any changes the studio/buyers may not be aware of upon receipt of Shoot Recaps
Photograph incoming samples for all categories and call out any issues, flaws to PD/ Production team members
Update shared photo albums and internal powerpoint presentations in a timely manner with sample photos ahead of key meetings
Prep meeting rooms with all relevant samples ahead of key meetings
Manage internal sample inventory tracking, to ensure external teams return all borrowed samples
Attend proto meetings, fittings and sample reviews with PD/ Production team members
Work directly with Development and Production team members to "retire" samples from previous seasons to ensure our sample library is kept up-to-date and duplicates are eliminated/sent to sample sale
Track the product life cycle from start to finish beginning with initial sample development to pre-production stage in ERP system
Minimum Qualifications
1-2 years of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Passion for the Tuckernuck brand and interested in retail/ fashion
Obsessed with details and constantly double checking
Problem-solver with a proactive nature
Flexible and adaptable with willingness to support other departments
Outstanding communication and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Entrepreneurial spirit with a desire to learn every single day
Energetic, kind, sincere, positive, and generally awesome
Ability to build solid relationships with teammates and vendor partners
Proficient in Excel and ability to learn new software platforms quickly
Interest in data analytics to drive decisions
Tuckernuck Core Values
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Find the Fun
Stay Authentic
Respect
Entrepreneurial Spirit
Start Strong & Finish Strong
Have Courage
Equal Opportunity Employer Tuckernuck is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Tuckernuck policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, sex, gender identity, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits discrimination based on a perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful. Tuckernuck offers reasonable accommodations in the hiring and employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in this application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time.
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