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Sample & Merchandising Manager

New York, NY 2.0 Months
Contract $25.14/hour - $30.14/hour






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Posted: Aug 28, 2026
Ref: SRNYS28

Position Overview


Specific Skills Needed

Experience in visual merchandising, sample coordination, showroom operations, retail, wholesale, apparel, or a related environment preferred.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain an orderly and well-presented showroom and sample area.
Keen eye for visual merchandising and product presentation, with the ability to dress and maintain the showroom to a high standard.
Comfortable receiving, unpacking, sorting, steaming, hanging, folding, organizing, and preparing apparel for professional presentations.
Ability to follow merchandising direction, assortment plans, and catalogs.
Comfortable maintaining and tracking samples, including organizing product, returning samples to their correct locations, and identifying missing or misplaced items.
Ability to pack and ship samples to Sales team members and accounts with appropriate care and professional presentation.
Able to reset racks, and table top with product following account meetings and maintain showroom standards throughout the selling season.
Able to prioritize multiple requests, work efficiently within deadlines, and adapt to changing Sales and Product team needs.
Proactive and self-directed, with the ability to identify merchandising, organization, and showroom needs without requiring constant direction.
Collaborative, dependable, and comfortable supporting multiple Sales and Product team members.
Professional demeanor and appearance appropriate for a customer-facing wholesale showroom environment.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and general computer systems.
Able to manipulate PowerPoint word presentations if needed.
Experience with apparel strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ability to regularly lift, carry, and move samples, boxes, and materials weighing up to 30 lbs.
Comfortable moving rolling racks, unpacking and packing boxes, dressing mannequins, steaming garments, and organizing product.
Ability to bend, reach, lift, and work at varying heights when organizing racks, shelving, fixtures, and sample storage.
Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the showroom/work floor for extended periods when required.

Notes:
Onsite


VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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Competitive Benefits


Your well-being Matters

Health & Future Fully Covered

At VIVA, employee well-being is paramount. Our comprehensive benefits package ensures your health, financial security, and quality of life are always prioritized.

Health Insurance

VIVA provides employees access to a comprehensive group health insurance plan (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Term Life, and Accidental Death) through our flexible PPO plan-allowing you the freedom to choose healthcare providers.

401(k) Retirement Planning

Plan securely for your future with automatic payroll deductions into a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement plan, including employer-matching contributions for eligible employees.

Performance Bonuses & Referrals

Earn performance-based bonuses and generous referral incentives of up to $500 when recommending talented candidates who become part of the VIVA family.

Biweekly Direct Deposit

Enjoy timely and convenient payroll with biweekly direct deposit to your chosen financial institution. Biweekly Direct Deposit

VIVA Perks Program

Access exclusive employee discounts and savings on electronics, travel, groceries, apparel, and more through our dedicated VIVA Perks Program.

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Sample & Merchandising Manager


Reference Number: SRNYS28
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