SR SAMPLES COORDINATOR
The Sr Samples Coordinator supports the Product team by coordinating and preparing product samples for sales and marketing teams, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. This role involves communication with customers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues, manage sample documentation, and contribute to process improvements within a manufacturing environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This entry-level Sr. Samples Coordinator role supports the Product team by managing and coordinating product samples used by sales and marketing. You will work closely with internal teams, external vendors, and manufacturing to ensure samples are produced, prepared, and shipped on schedule.
- Ensure sample devices and artwork are set up correctly and meet deadlines
- Create and maintain Sample Product Masters and Selling Styles
- Create product bulletins for Sales Force Automation
- Create and, when required, update Bills of Materials and support basic billing tasks
- Prepare, pack, and inspect sample materials using standard equipment
- Review product and order details for internal and external customers and vendors
- Communicate proactively with sales representatives, vendors, and team members to resolve issues
- Participate in team problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts
- Escalate or resolve routine product/sample issues within the immediate job area
- Perform other duties as assigned to support sample distribution and product presentation
Who We’re Looking For (Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 0–2 years of relevant experience (entry-level candidates with internship or related coursework are encouraged)
- Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills
- High attention to detail and discretion handling sensitive information
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a deadline-driven environment
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
- Technical knowledge of roto-gravure printing, digital printing, or flooring production processes
- Experience creating or maintaining product masters, bill of materials, or product bulletins
- Prior sample coordination, production support, or warehouse/fulfillment experience
- For colorist-specific roles: ability to pass a color-vision test
Core Competencies
- Applies conceptual knowledge of discipline-specific practices and procedures
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Collaborative team player who participates in group activities and improvement initiatives
- Reliable, with a high level of integrity and professionalism
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated pay: $64,988 per year (estimated)
- Competitive benefits package — examples may include 401(k) match, employee purchase discounts, and tuition reimbursement
- Career development and internal promotion opportunities
- Inclusive environment supportive of veterans, active military, and transitioning service members
Location & Schedule
- Location: Highland Park, TX (on-site)
- Employment type: Full-time
- This is not a remote / telecommute role
Hiring Notes from Careertakes (third-party recruiter best practices)
- Confidential Client is the hiring organization — Careertakes supports sourcing and screening
- We evaluate candidates on demonstrated skills, relevant work samples, and cultural fit
- If you require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, contact Careertakes so we can work with our client to support you
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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