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Full-Time

Senior Sample Associate

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Moda Operandi

Moda Operandi

201-500 employees

Platform for fashion and skincare product sales

Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$49k - $66kAnnually

+ Discretionary Bonus + Equity Eligible

Mid

Brooklyn, NY, USA

5-day-a-week onsite position in Industry City office.

Category
Inventory Management
Warehouse Operations
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • 3+ years of sample management and project coordination experience.
  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft and Google applications required.
  • A strong and thorough knowledge of the luxury market.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, e-commerce setting.
  • Creative problem solver, resourceful and process oriented.
  • Respond to change with a positive attitude.
  • Professional communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate well with team members.
  • Exceptional work ethic and organizational skills, along with attention to detail.
  • Willingness to work off-hours, as needed.
Responsibilities
  • Actioning on new purchase orders each season - connecting with each brand to coordinate sample loans to be shot in studio for ecommerce and editorial, and updating the Presell Master Doc weekly.
  • Coordinate all logistical aspects of sample loans - working regularly with internal shipping department as well as domestic and international couriers and messenger services to ensure seamless deliveries and returns of all product samples.
  • Responsible for receipt, check-in, tagging, and management of all samples called into the studio.
  • Create daily schedules and shot lists for studio photo teams, prioritizing quick turnaround times per brands’ needs.
  • Provide detailed styling guides to studio stylists to ensure product shots accurately reflect items and adhere to brand personality.
  • Communicate color correction and sample discrepancies to the retouching team to ensure accuracy of images.
  • Tracking shots per day and maintaining daily/weekly/seasonal quotas for on-model, ghost form, and still-life product shots.
  • Handling all Mirakl Marketplace vendor communication and the Master Doc updates.
  • Coordinating sample/inventory requests for Editorial Shoots.
  • Neatly packing and returning samples to brands in a timely manner as well as inventory back to the warehouse. Ensure inventory is received and returned in pristine, sellable condition.
  • Liaising with Buying and Site Merchandising Teams to complete product shots in adherence to brand launch and stock delivery dates.
  • Submitting vendor imagery in accordance with our standard guidelines.
  • Managing special requests to designers communicating editorial messaging, timelines, and sample requests/logistics.
  • Receiving, tagging, and managing Editorial samples prior to style-out.
  • Prepare all merchandise prior to shoots. Including, but not limited to unpacking, taping of shoes, storing of packaging, and repacking.
  • Maintain pristine organization and cleanliness of the fashion closet.

At Moda Operandi, you can immerse yourself in a dynamic work environment where creativity and exclusive fashion intersect. This company is leading in providing a platform for both emerging and established designers to present and sell their unique collections. With a broad focus on women’s, men’s, and lifestyle products, including innovative skincare solutions, the firm’s holistic approach offers an engaging and pioneering atmosphere that fosters both professional growth and personal development.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$483.8M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $100M funding round provides significant capital for expansion and innovation, positioning Moda Operandi for future growth.
  • Moda Operandi's emphasis on upscale fashion attracts a high-end clientele, which can lead to higher profit margins and brand loyalty.

What critics are saying

  • The luxury fashion market is highly competitive, and Moda Operandi must continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Economic downturns or shifts in consumer spending habits could negatively impact the demand for luxury fashion items.

What makes Moda Operandi unique

  • Moda Operandi's focus on luxury fashion and its unique runway-to-closet model sets it apart from other online fashion retailers.
  • The company's ability to adapt to shifts in consumer behavior, such as those caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrates its agility and customer-centric approach.