Job Details

Overview

About the Role

Aquent is partnering with a leading global apparel retailer to hire a Sample Coordinator supporting the Public Relations team. This six-month onsite contract role is responsible for coordinating product samples for editors, influencers, media partners, and internal teams while managing inventory, shipments, and sample operations in a fast-paced fashion environment.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate daily product sample requests through warehouse and internal systems
• Track requests from intake through delivery and communicate status updates
• Coordinate urgent store pulls and cross-functional sample borrowing
• Manage long-lead sample ordering and seeding calendars
• Prepare and package shipments for editors, influencers, and media
• Maintain accurate sample inventory and organize the sample closet
• Update inventory grids and shipment records
• Troubleshoot shipping and vendor issues
• Process photo requests using internal asset systems
• Support seasonal product launches and team meetings

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years supporting apparel, retail, merchandising, PR, showroom, or product operations
• Experience coordinating multiple requests simultaneously
• Strong organizational and inventory management skills
• Excellent written communication
• Comfortable working cross-functionally
• High attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and email-based coordination

Nice to Have

• Fashion or apparel industry experience
• PR or communications support experience
• Sample room or showroom experience
• Experience with shipping or inventory systems
• Influencer or editorial sample coordination

Why Apply

• Support one of the world's best-known apparel brands
• Gain exposure to fashion PR and editorial operations
• Work with cross-functional teams across merchandising, marketing, and communications
• Be part of seasonal product launches and brand campaigns
• Build valuable experience in apparel sample operations

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