Sample Assistant

Saks Fifth Avenue is a world-renowned retailer and an international fashion authority. We offer our customers the finest assortment of designer apparel, as well as extraordinary handbags, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics and gifts.

Primary Goals

• Responsible for the physical organization of the sample closet including organizing samples by turn-in schedule or any other configuration as directed by the Turn-In Manager
• Track the whereabouts of samples - check items in when arriving at studio, check products out for photo shoots, check back in after shoot
• Check the accuracy and quality of samples from vendors; track and report issues to Product Coordinators
• Complete incomplete copy sheets with information from the sample
• Manage sample logistics (pack, unpack, send back to vendor, track)
• Prep samples for turn-in meeting (e.g. steam, tag)

Secondary Goals

• Assist Turn-In Manager with ad hoc projects

• BA/BS
• Responsible for the physical organization of the sample closet including organizing samples by turn-in schedule or any other configuration as directed by the Turn-In Manager
• Track the whereabouts of samples - check items in when arriving at studio, check products out for photo shoots, check back in after shoot
• Fill in incomplete areas in the product copy sheet by getting information off the physical sample; check copy sheets into the tracking system
• Check sample against ordered item to make sure it is the same and free of defects; report any item issues to the Product Coordinators and Merchandising Assistants; track item issues by vendor and provide report to Turn-In manager on a quarterly basis
• Pack / unpack samples
• Mail samples back to vendors and provide tracking information as needed
• Keep samples clean/steamed/tagged
• Prep samples for turn-in meetings
• Assist in the transport of samples to the corporate office when needed
• Support the Turn-In Manager as needed on ad hoc projects
• Entry-level position but must demonstrate a strong passion for retail
• Strong organizational skills and passion for documentation and process
• Keen eye for details
• Competent with MS Word and Excel
• Team player with self-confidence, assertiveness and personal motivation
• Ability to multi-task / manage multiple projects with concurrent deadlines
• Ability to respond positively and act with a sense of urgency to challenging work and deadlines
• Positive attitude can manage the repetitive nature of the role
• Work as an integral part of a talented team in a fast-paced, proactive environment
• Collegial / partnership approach
• A passion for product, and crucially for always exceeding internal and external customer expectations
• Passionate about making Saks Fifth Avenue the premier luxury fashion destination