Department: Operations

Location: PURPLE New York

Compensation: $40,000 - $50,000 / year

Description

PURPLE, an industry leader in luxury PR representing top names in Fashion, Lifestyle, and Beauty, is actively seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Showroom Assistant to join the New York office. This entry-level position supports the US Showroom Manager in the daily operations of the showroom, following a hands-on rotation schedule with a focus on sample trafficking, returns, packing and shipping, and maintaining an organized space. A key part of the role is helping to put processes in place for send-outs, returns, and intern support — and ensuring those processes are consistently followed. The Showroom Assistant will also oversee interns each semester and provide hands-on support to the Fashion team as needed.

Key Responsibilities

● Support the flow of all samples coming into and out of the showroom using Launchmetrics/Fashion GPS.
● Help ensure consistency across send-outs, returns, and dispatch operations.
● Prepare, pack, and book messengers/couriers or shipments for send-outs, both domestically and internationally.
● Assist with unboxing, checking in, steaming, and organizing samples.
● Maintain a clean and orderly showroom and dispatch area at all times.
● Guide and manage interns (1–2 per semester), ensuring they follow established processes and complete daily tasks.
● Communicate updates on sample availability, delays, or issues to the US Showroom Manager and relevant account teams.
● Support showroom pulls, returns, seasonal send-backs, and Press Day or special projects as needed.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

● 1+ years previous retail, showroom, or fashion internship experience.
● Proficiency with Launchmetrics/Fashion GPS preferred but not required (training available).
● Highly organized, proactive, and process-driven, with strong attention to detail.
● Ability to help enforce structure and keep others accountable to established workflows.
● Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
● Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
● Comfortable lifting and moving boxes (up to 30 lbs).
● Proficient in Microsoft Office and email.

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