PURPLE, an industry leader in luxury PR representing top names in Fashion, Lifestyle, and Beauty, is actively seeking an enthusiastic Showroom Manager to join the agency’s New York office. The right candidate must be highly organized, have strong communication skills, and use initiative to achieve exceptional results. The Showroom Manager will be responsible for supervising a team of interns to track all collections that arrive and depart the PURPLE showroom for multiple fashion, accessory, shoes, eyewear, watch and fine jewelry clients. They will collaborate with the Account Directors to ensure all merchandise is received and edited for presentation to editors, stylists, influencers and VIPS.
Responsibilities:
Manage the receipt and constant flow of all samples that have been received from clients or returned from shoots/celebrities, using Fashion GPS the Launchmetrics system.
Work with the intern team to unbox deliveries, check-in, and steam garments for restocking.
Always ensure a well-maintained PURPLE showroom
Communicate pertinent information regarding samples to all necessary parties in a timely manner
Have knowledge of how to pack and accurately document merchandise for shipping according to proper specifications, both domestically and internationally
Maintain fashion /archive for all merchandise not located in the showroom itself so product is always easily locatedAdvice regarding the ordering office supplies in a timely manner
Pull reports as requested in support of fashion teamSend out samples at season end to LA for VIP or return to client
Maintain a well-kept dispatch area for a well-functioning and safe work environment
Manage NY Press Day installations
Assist team members with various projects and tasksWork closely with the HR department to manage interns
Proficiency with Launchmetrics/Fashion GPS preferred
Previous experience in retail is highly valued
Ability to collaborate cross functionally with all account teams in the Fashion Department
Extremely well-organized, neat, methodical, and efficient.Strong initiative and follow through to make sure all tasks are taken to full completion
A demonstrated understanding of PR and how the flow of samples is critical to the process
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment meeting tight deadlines.
Excellent prioritizing and time management.
Discreet, professional, and articulate, with excellent communication skills.
Proficient in email, Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office properties
Able to lift up to 30 lbs.
Salary Range 45k - 65k
Outside of working with many industry leading luxury brands, Purple PR offers an extensive variety of fantastic benefits, such as:
Medical, Dental, and Vision through providers such as Empire and AETNA
401k plan participation
22 vacation days + 8 holidays off per year
end of the year office closure between Christmas and New Years
End of the year bonuses and bi-annual reviewsSummer Fridays!