Showroom & Sample Coordinator

Vida Shoes International; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Vida Shoes International in New York is seeking a Showroom & Sample Coordinator to support sample development and showroom presentation for the Kids division. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to move boxes and shoes throughout the building.

You will manage shipping and receiving, coordinate with overseas factories, and assist design, sales, and merchandising teams.

Qualifications

• A./B.S. degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Strong computer skills.
• Problem solving with ability to identify and implement solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn footwear product development process.
• Ability to move boxes and carry shoes throughout the building.
• Hardworking with a passion for getting things done.

Responsibilities

• Manage all shipping and receiving for the Kids division.
• Manage showrooms – making sure all samples are presented and kept clean.
• Manage sample storage – keeping track of confirmation and production samples.
• Liaison between customer sample requests and overseas factories.
• Keep track of all sample requests for customers.
• Logging and reporting on all outgoing samples.
• Support design, sales and merchandising team as needed.
• Sample approvals via WorkZon.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

WorkZon

Job description

Job Posting/Description:

Since 1973, Vida Shoes International has been committed to becoming a global leader in the footwear industry. We are dedicated to designing, producing, and marketing quality branded footwear using our expansive international resources. Our wealth of knowledge stems from the diversity of brands and successful products we have produced year after year.

Job Title: Showroom & Sample Coordinator

Compensation: $21-$24 an hour (35 hours a week)

Key Job Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Manage all shipping and receiving for the Kids division
• Manage showrooms - making sure all samples are presented and they are always kept clean
• Manage sample storage - keeping track of all confirmation and production samples
• Liaison between customer sample requests and overseas factories
• Keep track of all sample requests for customers
• Logging and reporting on all outgoing samples
• Support design, sales and merchandising team as needed
• Sample approvals via WorkZon

Qualifications:

• A./B.S. degree or equivalent experience
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong computer skills
• Must be a problem solver with the ability to identify solutions and create solutions.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Eager to learn the footwear product development process
• Must be able to move boxes and carry shoes throughout the building.
• Hardworking with a passion for getting things done

Thank you in advance for your interest in this opening. Vida Shoes International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. At this time, only qualified candidates will be contacted.