Sample Manager
\- 32 uur \-
We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Sample \& Inventory Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end\-to\-end management of product samples, ensuring accurate tracking, smooth logistics, and efficient coordination between departments. You will play a key role in maintaining order across sample flows, storage, and showroom operations, supporting teams across Buying, PJM, Sales, Quality, and Sourcing.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys structure, thrives on detail, and takes ownership of keeping complex processes running smoothly.
Job overview:
Administration \& Coordination
- Track sample status updates for all PJM projects in Vendor Portal.
- Maintain accurate records of sample movements, storage locations, and project clean\-up activities.
- Act as the main point of contact between departments regarding sample management and logistics.
- Approve monthly shipping invoices/payments received from Finance.
- Support onboarding of new employees regarding sample processes and storage procedures.
- Monitor and follow up on FedEx shipments.
- Register and manage photography samples.
- Receive, organise, rotate all inbound samples (PP, MP, QIMA, Photography, and Sourcing samples).
- Ensure that all samples are inspected for quality before storage or shipment, and that any defective or outdated samples are discarded or flagged.
- Record and physically manage QIMA samples and coordinate project sample clean\-up with PJMs and Buyers.
- Prepare, pack, and dispatch samples for Buying/PJM/Sales departments.
- Coordinate Active Ants and De Zwaluw sample shipments.
- Organise and coordinate the monthly Opkoper (reseller) collection.
- Manage the showroom, including organisation, cleanliness, maintenance, and restocking.
- Manage external storage facilities and maintain sample inventories.
- Order and maintain packaging materials and supplies.
- Support the Quality team with sample disposal, lab organisation, and general housekeeping activities.
- Regularly review and dispose of samples together with Buyers and PJMs.
Requirements
- MBO education in Business, Logistics, or similar is a plus.
- 2–3 years’ experience in inventory, sample handling, or related roles.
- Strong organizational skills; detail\-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks.
- Familiar with inventory systems; Excel knowledge is a plus.
- Understanding of inventory/sample tracking best practices and basic warehouse/logistics processes.
- Eager to improve and structure sample management processes.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong time management and problem\-solving skills.
- Good communication and teamwork across departments.
- Able to lift and move packages.
- Comfortable standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods.
Karsten International develops a wide range of products for daily use, from the latest gadgets to sustainable beauty products. You name it, we make it. In addition to working hard and delivering quality, enjoyment and collegiality are our top priorities. The team consists of driven product developers, sales experts, logistics talents, online marketing specialists and graphic designers. Thanks to a broad international network and more than ten years of experience, we are winning the hearts of consumers all over the world with our products. You will be given every opportunity to contribute to this.
What you can expect from us:
At Karsten International you will join a supportive, ambitious team where we work hard, stay sharp, and enjoy what we do. We are growing fast, so there’s plenty of room to share ideas, take ownership, and really make an impact. We communicate openly, help each other out, and keep things direct but respectful.
What we offer:
- Plenty of space for personal growth, ownership and continuous improvement
- Excellent pension scheme
- Travel allowance or OV card, 13th month \& 8% holiday pay
- Daily fresh lunch, fruit, and great coffee
- Bootcamp, yoga, football team
- Option to lease a bike
- OpenUp for mental well\-being \+ massage at the office
- Discounts on great products \& fun company outings
- Easily accessible office in Amsterdam
- Support with HSM visa and 30% ruling (if applicable)
- Efficient \& cost\-conscious: We manage time and resources smartly, think critically and value what’s already in place.
- Ambitious with long\-term focus: We take ownership, build lasting relationships and stay humble in our success.
- Striving for the best: We measure, learn, improve—and challenge each other to exceed expectations.
- Direct \& respectful: We communicate openly and treat everyone with respect, regardless of background.
- We like to have fun: We enjoy what we do and create a positive, energetic work environment.
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