Sample Operations Coordinator

About us Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and timely, fine quality craftsmanship and gracious service. At Talbots relationships are the key to our business, we hire individuals who bring new ideas to the table, understand smart risk taking and can enhance an already thriving culture.

With a commitment to offer modern classic style for every body type, through a full range of sizes, inclusive to every woman in your life.

About the role

The Sample Operations Coordinator supports the day-to-day flow, organization, and maintenance of product samples for Talbots and Haven Well Within. This role focuses on receiving, processing, labeling, organizing, transporting, and preparing samples and related materials. The work is structured, task-focused, and often completed independently in a fast-paced sample environment.

We offer scheduling flexibility between 30 and 40 hours per week, based on candidate availability and business needs. This position is a strong fit for someone who enjoys practical, routine-driven work and takes pride in keeping materials accurate and organized.

The impact you can have Responsible for processing several rolling racks of samples including shoes and accessories. Examining each sample to see that no samples have not been altered or labeled.

Assist manager with replenishing Boutique with new samples. Transporting rolling racks to boutique and removing full hanger boxes back to dock. Lifting full boxes of hangers onto palettes.

Lifting sample boxes that have been deemed recyclable and transporting to dock to fill palettes, inventorying, then shrink-wrapping palette.

Break down rolling racks, stacking them and shrink wrapping them for later use as well as assembling boxes.

Occasionally assist manager in Sample Room with tagging new sample receipts on high receipt days, .Box up samples for coat drive and transport boxes to dock for future donations.

Monitor hanger supply in Sample Room and replenishing as needed.

Receive, unpack, and organize quarterly spectrum samples, log incoming samples with the Haven Sourcing team.

Organize, label, and prepare sample racks as needed.

Manage incoming photoshoot trunks from studio stills, model, and location shoots; unpack, organize, and communicate team needs.

Provide back-up to Talbots Merchant Coordinator team when necessary.

You’ll bring to the role Comfort working independently for extended periods and staying focused on assigned tasks.

Ability to stand and walk for most or all of the workday.

Ability to frequently push, pull, lift, and transport items weighing up to 40 lbs.

Strong organization, attention to detail, and time-management skills.

Comfort with repetitive, hands-on tasks such as unpacking, tagging, sorting, boxing, and moving samples.

Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.

Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, physical sample environment and adjust priorities as needed.

Retail, stockroom, sample room, inventory, warehouse, or related operations experience is preferred.

Benefits You will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select Knit Well Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies.

Support for your individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands.

A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.
* Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time off – paid time off & holidays
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