Sample Coordinator

Fourth Floor; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

Fourth Floor in Los Angeles is seeking a detail-oriented individual to manage the tracking and organization of samples throughout the product lifecycle. Responsibilities include overseeing sample coordination across various product drops, communicating with overseas factories for timely delivery, and preparing samples for fit sessions. Ideal candidates should have 1–3 years of experience in apparel sampling or production and possess strong organizational and communication skills. The position is onsite in the Valley and compensated at $25/hour.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in apparel sampling, production, or product development.
• Experience working with international factories.
• Comfortable in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee tracking and coordination of development, sales, and production samples.
• Communicate with overseas factories to ensure timely delivery.
• Prepare samples for fit sessions and manage revisions.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Proficiency in Excel

Tools

WFX

NetSuite

Job description

Overview

This role is integral to supporting the product lifecycle by ensuring samples are tracked, organized, and delivered efficiently from development through production. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and can effectively manage multiple deadlines across concurrent drops.

Location: Onsite in the Valley

Compensation: $25/hour

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the tracking and coordination of development, sales, production, and marketing samples across multiple product drops
• Communicate regularly with overseas factories to monitor sample status and ensure timely delivery
• Receive, catalog, organize, and distribute samples for fittings, internal reviews, and photoshoots
• Prepare samples for fit sessions, manage revisions, and track approvals
• Partner with Product Development and Wholesale teams to support ongoing sample needs
• Maintain a well-organized sample room and archive by season and style
• Proactively identify delays, quality concerns, or inconsistencies and help facilitate timely solutions

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in apparel sampling, production, or product development
• Experience working with international factories
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities
• Clear and proactive communication style with strong follow-through
• Proficient in Excel; experience with WFX and NetSuite is a plus
• Comfortable in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with moving packages as needed
• Working knowledge of garment construction, fabrications, and fit is preferred