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Fashion Buying Internship

On-site in Amsterdam·Added 25 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

HEMA

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Our summary

Work mode: On-site, Amsterdam
Contract: Internship
Languages: Dutch

This job advert was originally written in Dutch.

Requirements

What we're looking for

You are following an MBO-4, HBO, or WO education, for example TMO, AMFI, Saxion, business administration, or an economic field.
You are looking for a working internship or graduation internship starting from February 2027. Carrying out an assignment is possible within the context of the internship.
You have a good command of both Dutch and English, both spoken and written.
You work accurately and enjoy working with data, figures, and analyses.
You have an affinity for fashion, materials, and fashion products.
You are enthusiastic and enjoy collaborating with different cultures and colleagues worldwide.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

💶 An internship allowance of €400 (HBO) or €250 (MBO) per month (based on 35 hours per week).
👩 Guidance from an enthusiastic and accessible team to achieve your learning goals and grow optimally.
🤝 Build a strong network within HEMA - a great stepping stone to your first job!
🌟 Inspiration sessions and meetings with fellow interns to make valuable contacts.
🛍️ 15% discount on all your HEMA favorites.
💡 At HEMA, you get the breathing room to spot opportunities, make proposals, and truly make a difference.

The role

During this internship, you will discover how a fashion collection comes to life, from idea to shop floor. You will work closely with buyers, designers, and suppliers, gain insight into the complete buying process, and actively contribute to the development of new fashion products within HEMA.

What you'll do

Buying process: You will follow the buying process from A to Z and work closely with a buyer. Through this, you will get to know all the steps, from preparation and collection formation to the launch of new fashion collections.
Product development: You will play an active role in the development of fashion products by thinking along about collections, materials, and product information. In doing so, you will be given the space to contribute your own ideas and insights.
Administration & Quality: You will ensure that quality documents are correctly followed up, contracts are complete and up to date, and supplier information is carefully managed. Additionally, you will maintain production locations and price mutations and identify price differences.
Analysis & Support: You will support the entire buying process with analyses and administrative tasks. By looking critically at processes and results, you will contribute to an efficient and smooth flow of buying activities.
Collaboration & International Contact: You will maintain contact with suppliers and work together with internal departments such as design and planning. You will also attend supplier visits at the office, giving you insight into international collaborations within the fashion industry.

At HEMA, you work in an environment where people truly collaborate. You are given the space to develop yourself, receive good guidance, and get feedback that is truly useful to you. Whether you are just starting out or already have experience: you are welcome with us. Additionally, at HEMA you receive:

About HEMA

HEMA is a variety retailer based in Amsterdam that sells a broad own-brand assortment spanning household and home products, clothing for women, men, children and babies, bedding, kitchen and tableware, stationery, toys, food and bakery items, photo services, tickets and gift cards. Customers can shop online with home delivery or pick up orders in more than 550 HEMA stores, and the brand positions itself on surprisingly low prices.

Beyond its stores and webshop, HEMA works across retail, e-commerce, supply chain and distribution, with people working in its stores, distribution centres and offices in its countries. Its careers site lists roles ranging from store and hospitality staff to buying, design, marketing, finance, tech, quality and sustainability positions.

Industry: Variety retail
In Spain: Amsterdam
Website: hema.nl

In their own words

About the company & team

At HEMA, we work with over 17,000 colleagues toward a better everyday life in a more beautiful world. With products that are more practical, more beautiful, better, and also last longer. And with colorful stores in villages, cities, and online. We are proud of how far we have come, but we are not yet satisfied. HEMA is truly HEMA again and ready for the next step. Our ambition? To become the leader in a challenging market. We do that together, as one team, with proud colleagues, entrepreneurs, and partners. By playing to win. That means being curious, seizing opportunities, collaborating with pleasure, and always aiming for the best result. You dare to speak your mind and challenge others to become better together. With your unique contribution, you can help build the HEMA of tomorrow. You make HEMA real. Will you join us?

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