Summary : The position coordinates sampling program and engraving tooling while managing administrative tasks and communication between vendors, internal teams, and production departments. This role ensures accurate documentation, organized workflows, and timely project completion for design and production needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Bindery / Sampling :
- Manage sampling material for all brands (tip cards / memos / presentation boards) from start to completion
- Work directly with bindery to understand and evaluate sampling pricing, yardage requirements, scheduling, and timing
- Coordinate sampling releases with the internal Marketing team and distributors
- Create POs, enter orders / bill distributors for sampling items (tip cards, memos, rings, boards)
- Prepare the monthly sample books billed & received report for the finance department
Roller Management :
Manage communication with Engravers, Production Depts. (QC, Print, Lam, Scheduling, Copper Rack, Shipping and Receiving), Customer Service.Set-up and maintain print and emboss roller archives both digitally and physically (roller proofs), Unix and G-drive.Communicate roller status and delivery with Studio and PlantSet-up and maintain roller Shipping and Receiving long for collection and analyzing historyMonitor and report roller purchases, damages and engraving insightsGenerate and issue purchase orders, communicate and release all new, re-developed and print issues with engraversMaintain knowledge of new product compositions (substrates, weights, type)Set-up, maintain, organize and test hang all print and emboss rollersResolve print issues with QC and Print DepartmentAdministrative Support :
Data Entry for Customs and Studio projectsCreate folders, organize, and file physical samples.Perform a variety of tasks such as sample cutting & general housekeeping and organizational tasks as neededPrepare reports and updates to support decision-making and department planningQUALIFICATIONS
Job Skills :
Attention to detail / accuracy and organizational skills with ability to follow-up, follow through and meet deadlinesTroubleshooting skillsComputer skills – UNIX (will train), Word, Excel, Outlook,Communication skills - verbal, writtenNegotiation skillsAbility to exercise sound judgment, make decisions independently and work creativelyAbility to thrive and perform in multiple environmentsCreative problem-solving skills, able to prioritize and multi-taskAttention to detail / accuracy and organizational skills with ability to follow-up, follow through and meet deadlinesAbility to anticipate issues and appropriately addressEducation / Experience :
Bachelor Degree or related work experience