Company Description
Founded in 2009, STRATA combines rich Peruvian textile heritage with a progressive approach. The brand originated with a collection of quality denim and now operates through two divisions: Mainline, offering luxury products with a raw edge, and Black Label, focusing on premium garments for the music industry. STRATA is committed to detail, quality, and craftsmanship, continually evolving while staying true to its cultural origins. For more information, visit us online at strata.us or on social
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Sample Coordinator (Merchandise) located in Miami, FL. The Sample Coordinator will be responsible for tasks related to managing samples and organizing inventories. The role includes maintaining clear communication channels and ensuring samples are available for production and client presentations. The Coordinator will also be responsible for keeping meticulous records and managing the overall flow of production samples within the organization. You will work closely with the Production team.
Duties
- Manage shipping and receiving of samples, ensuring proper handling, documentation, and accurate tracking in collaboration with the Production Coordinator.
- Provide real-time updates on sample status to the production team via the Production Status Report, including sourcing sample references and sending invoices.
- Assist in quality control inspections for incoming samples and report discrepancies to the Development Coordinator, completing the QC report.
- Maintain inventory of samples both onsite and offsite, and ensure showroom stock levels are up to date with warehouse re-orders.
- Handle shipments via DHL, FedEx, UPS, and update tracking on the incoming/outgoing board, including sending tracking details via Slack.
- Pickup deliveries, mail, and drop off packages when needed, and follow sample intake procedures, including photos and QC reports.
- Steam, organize, and prepare samples for client and production meetings, and ensure sample cards are created and added.
- Follow opening and closing procedures for the Miami showroom and assist with ordering materials in coordination with the financial controller.
Qualifications
- Sample Management and Inventory Management skills
- Very detail oriented
- Ability to lift and carry boxes weighing 20-25 lbs as part of regular job duties.
- Retail or Warehouse Experience
- Strong Communication and Organization Skills
- Attention to detail and ability to work on-site in Miami, FL
- Prior experience in merchandising or a related field is a plus
- Relatively entry level position
- Bachelor or Associates degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, or related field preferred