Our History:

Named after the delicious French dessert, Charlotte Russe began its sweet journey in 1975 with the first store opening in Carlsbad, California. Putting a spotlight on women in their teens and early twenties, we began offering access to major fashion trends at very shoppable prices.

Us Today:

Charlotte Russe is a one-stop head-to-toe shopping experience for stylish girls on the go. With more than 550 stores throughout 45 states and Puerto Rico and with an ever-growing digital shopping presence, we’re always evolving and looking for what’s next. True to our California roots, Charlotte Russe is headquartered in San Francisco with operational offices just down the coast in San Diego.

Live. Work. Laugh. In style.

At Charlotte Russe, we’re all about feeling (and looking) flawless…head to toe. Our girls are always on the go, and we’re here to help her put her most amazing self forward. Sound like fun? Come join us!

General Summary:

The Sample Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of sample coordination for an assigned category. This ensures their merchant team rocks their category, being ready, on-time and on-trend. The position acts as an integral part of the Merchandising team and supports the day-to-day functions aligned with the merchandising strategy.

The heart of the role is about paying close attention to detail with the ability and know-how to ensure the merchants have what they need when they need it. Our coordinator “touches all things” merchandising – giving a terrific starting point and exposure to what is required to grow a successful career in apparel retail, specifically fast fashion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates all aspects of sample receiving and archiving to ensure efficiency in process to support the merchant team
• Maintains the organizational system of the product room by delivery and new samples for review
• Assists merchandise coordinator in ensuring all products are accurate and ready in advance of merchant meetings or on an as needed basis
• Coordinates all logistics for internal sample sales
• Constructs color cards to distribute to merchants
• Coordinates send backs with vendors

Skills & Qualifications

• College degree preferred
• 1 - 2 years retail experience a plus
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail a must
• Ability to problem solve and identify solutions
• Sense of urgency
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; team oriented
• Flexible and able to quickly prioritize changing needs
• Self-starter and highly motivated, capable of balancing multiple priorities
• Passion for apparel retail and possess the agility required to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Office
• Role is 40 hours/week and a seasonal/temp position

Full Benefits

Named after the delicious French dessert, Charlotte Russe began its sweet journey in 1975 with the first store opening in Carlsbad, California. Putting a spotlight on women in their teens and early twenties, our store offered access to major fashion trends at value-oriented prices. And over a few exciting decades, the mall-based chain went from 35 stores in Southern California to 500+ stores across the United States and Puerto Rico.

Us Today:

True to our California roots, Charlotte Russe is headquartered in San Francisco with operational offices just down the coast in San Diego. Among fab, fashion-forward merchandise, we also serve up proprietary Charlotte Russe and Refuge brands that our clientele loves. Check us out online or pop into one of our retail locations to see where all the fabulosity happens.

Live. Work. Laugh. In style. We love what we do at Charlotte Russe, and it shows in our employees—amazing, dedicated people with an eye for style. We work together seamlessly—like a great outfit—but we're always on the lookout for superstar additions. If you love fashion and an exciting, innovative workplace, then come join us!