Sample Coordinator, Hyacinth House

Tuckernuck
Washington, DC
Job Description
Tuckernuck is seeking a Sample Coordinator to support the overall Hyacinth House buying strategy. This role involves physical sample management, digital product management, business analysis, purchasing, managing the flow of goods, and vendor communication.

Requirements

  • Track, receive, and maintain all incoming Proto, PP (pre-production), and TOP (top of production) samples.
  • Maintain the Hyacinth House Sample Master Tracker in Airtable, monitoring sample lifecycle from initial request through in-house arrival.
  • Alert Tech Designer and Senior Merchant when new samples are ready for fittings;
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for all sample-related communication with internal teams (Merchandising, Production, Styling, Marketing) and external vendors.
  • Order, track, and document reference samples for product development.
  • Track and update sample statuses across internal systems (Airtable, Lets Flo, Netsuite).
  • Support the Senior Merchant through shelling out monthly orders, as assigned.
  • Generate & upload both products and purchase orders in Netsuite.
  • Collect and input UPCs from the vendor in a timely & accurate manner, prior to delivery of goods.
  • Audit order confirmations, costing, and packing lists; communicate and correct discrepancies with the vendor.
  • Partner with Logistics to monitor receipt timing, communicate updates, and ensure accurate vendor PO management and on-time delivery.
  • Create and maintain the Buys by Category for both the brand and company-wide tracking.
  • Support seasonal development by sourcing and organizing inspiration images and adding product links.
  • Review live PDPs (product detail pages) for accuracy in product info, color, fit, and style families.
  • Write product reviews for all Hyacinth House styles on-site.
  • Collaborate with Marketing to create UGC content.
  • Prepare all samples and coordinating information for the Monthly Product Knowledge Meetings
  • Support the Senior Director of Buying and Senior Merchant to provide styling direction and approval for all ecommerce photoshoots
  • Analyze and report weekly on marketing features, conversion rates and customer demographics
  • Upload new proto samples into Airtable prior to fittings
  • Support the Senior Merchant in positioning the brand to the marketing team, such as recommending products that need visibility to the Influencer Marketing Team and/or Email Marketing Team

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Generous paid time off and holiday
  • Paid new parent leave
  • Day care coverage
  • Employee discount
  • Other great perks
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