Sample Coordinator

About Us

Unity. Loyalty. Advancement. Charity. It's what drives United Legwear & Apparel Co. to be the best global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of legwear, bodywear, apparel, and accessories. Founded in 1998 by Isaac E. Ash to make the very best legwear on the market, ULAC is an industry leader offering a full range of products for babies, kids, teens, and adults. We strive to sell our products at affordable prices for families. Hard work and exponential growth year on year has transformed ULAC into a global apparel and accessories company.

Job Summary

The Sample Coordinator, Production supports the Production teams by managing the flow, organization, and submission of samples throughout the development lifecycle. This role ensures accuracy, timeliness, and clear coordination across internal teams, licensors, and external partners.

What You Will Do:

• Manage the sample archive room, including sample bins and sample walls, ensuring organization and accuracy.
• Track and manage the receipt, storage, and distribution of SMS (Salesman Samples), TOP (Top of Production) and Photography samples to internal sales and merchandising team
• Coordinate sample submissions for licensor review, ensuring all requirements and deadlines are met.

Sample Submissions & Approvals

• Create and maintain sample tags, photograph samples, and prepare complete sample packages for licensor approval.
• Work closely with factories to track sample submissions and follow up on deadlines

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Communicate effectively with Product Development, Production, Sales, and external partners to ensure smooth sample flow.
• Maintain detailed records and follow up on outstanding samples, submissions, and approvals.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in a Sample Coordinator or Production support role, preferably within legwear (socks) or apparel.
• Demonstrated ability to review and approve yarn colors and lab dips.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop), Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Self-motivated with strong follow-through and a proactive approach to problem solving.

What We Offer

At ULAC, we are committed to supporting the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package for all New York & New Jersey-based employees includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Access to quality health care coverage with a variety of plan options to fit your needs.

Fitness Reimbursement
Reimbursement is for eligible health and wellness programs to encourage a healthy lifestyle through our medical benefits plan.


Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% Employer Paid)
Income protection to support you during unexpected health challenges, 100% company-paid.

Group-Term Life Insurance (100% Employer Paid)

Accidents can happen in an instant, affecting you and a loved one. Our Group-term Life Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance is designed to help families by providing financial protection in case of death or severe injury resulting from an accident.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Confidential support services for mental health, work-life balance, and other personal matters.

401(k) Retirement Plan
Plan for your future with our competitive retirement savings plan, including employer matching of up to 4.5%

Pet Insurance
Coverage options to help care for your furry family members.

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
Competitive paid vacation and sick leave to support your work-life balance.

Bereavement Leave
Paid time off to grieve and attend to personal matters following the loss of a loved one.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Pre-tax savings accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.

Commuter Benefits
Tax-advantaged options to help cover public transit and commuting costs.

Tuition Reimbursement
Support for continued learning and development through approved educational programs.

Voluntary Life Insurance

Option to voluntarily add additional financial protection in the event of an unfortunate loss.

ULAC will not sponsor applicants to this position for work visas or any other work permits.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

The physical demands and working conditions of this position are representative of what must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The functions of this position are typically performed in an office setting and the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee may be occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and distance vision.

General Acknowledgement & Employment At-Will :

Employment in this position requires adherence to all policies and procedures set forth by United Legwear & Apparel Company. This position description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, is not a contract and is subject to change at any time, with or without notice, by the employer. Furthermore, all employees are employed at-will with United Legwear & Apparel Company and are employed for no definite period of time and employment may be terminated without cause or notice.