Sample Operations Coordinator

Looking to combine your organizational skills with relationship-building in the dynamic world of retail and apparel? Join our client as a Sample Operations Coordinator, where you'll collaborate with product developers, designers, overseas vendors, and cross-functional teams to manage seasonal colour samples and streamline processes.

Clear communication, Excel expertise, and a passion for teamwork are key to thriving in this fast-paced, collaborative environment!

This is a 1-year contract. Hybrid working model of 4 days’ onsite and 1 remote.

Exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing international Vancouver based apparel company and one of Vancouver’s finest! Our client is a people-centric organization and known for their collaborative team culture.

The Sample Operations Coordinator will have the opportunity to coordinate and manage all colour samples for our client, both physical and 3D. This position requires an enthusiastic, self-motivated and dependable individual to process all needs in a timely and accurate manner.

• Work with cross-functional teams to manage all seasonal colour sample requests (physical, 3D, confirmation and fabric curtains).
• Manage and track sample delivery and orders.
• Manage seasonal colour and 3D assets sample library from intake through to exit of samples.
• Partner with colour standard vendor to facilitate flow of standard needs through to vendors.
  • Coordinate with Global Merchandising and Sewing team to manage all fabric curtains samples to be created in the sample room.
  • Act as a key liaison between coloured sample partners and Global Merchandising teams.
  • Contribute and facilitate bi-weekly coloured sample calls.\Ensure the efficiency and accuracy of data or other materials being sent and received.
  • Provide project related and task level support as needed.
  • Identify and work independently and collaboratively to drive solutions to issues.
  • Assist in developing plans for process improvement for future seasons.

• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-directed, timely, and reliable in planning and execution of responsibilities.
• Extremely organized and able to manage time effectively.
  • Must be an effective team player who can work across departments and with multiple partners to achieve goals under tight deadlines.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment and has a willingness to learn.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Excel and can quickly learn software systems.
  • You have 0-2 years experience working for a vertical retail, apparel experience preferred.

Hourly rate of 27-28.50/hr commensurate with experience + 4% vacation pay.

Vancouver, BC .

This search is moving very quickly. Swim will be presenting short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team for consideration. If interested, please reach out very soon!