Sample Processor

Atrium Staffing LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atrium Care Package

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Job summary

Atrium Staffing LLC is seeking a Sample Processor to support Merchandising and Product teams in a corporate office. The role combines office tasks with hands-on handling of physical product samples, including receiving, organizing, photographing, and tracking.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of related experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. This temporary-to-permanent opportunity offers a clear path to a long-term role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of related work or retail experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Track expected samples and communicate needs and deadlines to vendors.
• Receive, unpack, label, and organize physical product samples.
• Record receipts and update sample records in internal systems.
• Print and attach barcodes for accurate tracking.
• Photograph samples and upload images to digital records.
• Manage sample storage areas and update locations.
• Pull samples for reviews and prepare for meetings.
• Document buyer notes and feedback in internal systems.
• Communicate sample feedback to vendors by email.
• Follow up on late or outstanding samples.
• Assist with disposal or donation of approved samples.
• Support additional administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Office administration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Client Overview:

Our client is a leading national retail company seeking an organized and detail-oriented Sample Processor to support the Merchandising and Product teams within a corporate office environment.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$18/hr

Position Overview:

The Sample Processor will provide administrative and operational support to Merchandising and Product teams by receiving, tracking, organizing, photographing, and managing physical product samples. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, comfortable working in an office environment, and enjoys a combination of computer-based administrative work and hands‑on tasks.

Responsibilities of the Sample Processor:

• Track expected samples and communicate sample needs and deadlines to vendors.
• Receive, unpack, organize, and label physical product samples.
• Record sample receipts and update sample records using internal systems.
• Print and attach barcodes to samples to maintain accurate tracking.
• Photograph physical samples and upload images to digital records.
• Organize and maintain sample storage areas and keep sample locations updated.
• Pull samples for the Merchant and Product team reviews.
• Assist with sample review meetings by preparing samples and documenting feedback.
• Record buyer notes, sample approvals, and feedback in internal systems.
• Communicate sample feedback to vendors via email.
• Track and follow up on late or outstanding samples.
• Manage the disposal or donation of approved samples in coordination with internal teams.
• Support additional administrative and sample management tasks as needed.

Required Experience/Skills for the Sample Processor:

• At least 1 year of related work or retail experience.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in an office environment while also performing hands‑on physical tasks.
• Ability to unpack boxes and move product samples or sample racks.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately maintain records.
• Team player who is flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to lift packages weighing up to 35 pounds.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Sample Processor:

• Previous experience in retail, merchandising, fashion, product development, or a corporate office environment.
• Experience working with physical product samples or inventory.
• Experience using databases, inventory systems, or sample tracking tools.
• Strong administrative and data‑entry skills.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A four-year degree is not required for this position.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).
• This temporary-to-permanent opportunity provides the potential to transition into a long-term position with a large corporate retail organization.

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