Sr. Manager In-Store Visual Merchandising

Sample & Merchandising Manager
Location: New York, NY 10018 – Onsite
Pay Rate: $30.14/hour on W2
Start Date: 10/05/2026
Duration: 2+ Month Contract (Potential Extension & Conversion)
Benefits: Weekly Pay | Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Available
 

Position Overview

We are seeking a Sample & Merchandising Manager to support showroom and sample operations in a fast-paced wholesale environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in apparel, visual merchandising, showroom operations, retail, or wholesale and a strong eye for product presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain apparel samples, showroom inventory, racks, and displays.
• Receive, unpack, sort, steam, hang, fold, and prepare garments for presentations.
• Maintain showroom displays and dress mannequins according to merchandising direction and assortment plans.
• Track samples, identify missing or misplaced items, and ensure samples are returned to the correct locations.
• Pack and ship samples to Sales team members and customer accounts.
• Reset racks and tabletops after account meetings and maintain showroom standards throughout the selling season.
• Support Sales and Product teams with sample and merchandising requests.
• Prioritize multiple requests, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.
• Proactively identify showroom organization and merchandising needs.
• Use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and general computer systems as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in apparel, visual merchandising, sample coordination, showroom operations, retail, or wholesale preferred.
• Apparel experience strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good eye for visual merchandising and product presentation.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Professional demeanor appropriate for a customer-facing wholesale showroom.
• Ability to lift and move up to 30 lbs., move rolling racks, steam garments, dress mannequins, and stand/walk for extended periods.

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