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Ralph Lauren

26d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Marketing
    Product
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must manage purchase orders accurately, analyze reports, communicate effectively, possess strong Excel skills, and understand retail trends while being proactive and resilient in a team setting.
  • You will manage purchase orders, ensure data integrity, analyze reports, support meetings, promote improvements, and collaborate with teams while handling samples and showroom setup.

Requirements

  • Autonomous and Accurate Delivery and Purchase Order Management. Clear communication of orders status, challenges, and opportunities to wider team.
  • Meticulous data integrity and management of daily, weekly, and seasonal buying responsibilities; deliveries, pricing, assortment updates, and general admin support.
  • Ability to navigate required tools and systems, as well as troubleshoot any issues and identify better ways of working to improve efficiency.
  • Demonstrate and communicate awareness of retail landscape; conduct research on competitive set including pricing, style, and key messages and translate findings into actions.
  • Support in preparing necessary documents and resources for major calendar meetings, including Hindsight, Buy Review and Sign Off.
  • Agile Outlook and email management to maintain department critical path.
  • Able to analyse business reports with support from manager to broaden knowledge. Develop the ability to draw top line conclusions and actions from analysis to influence future buys.
  • Awareness of product trends and current state of market.
  • Good understanding of Ralph Lauren as a brand within the market.
  • Commercial and Analytical.
  • Able to demonstrates logical analysis and problem-solving skills.
  • Able to work on own initiative and be pro-active.
  • Able to organize, prioritise tasks and manages time well to meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrates good listening, written and oral communication skills, effectively and clearly communicates.
  • Able to build and maintain productive relationships within team environment.
  • Strong Microsoft application skills, particularly Excel.
  • Show ability or aptitude in retail mathematics and able to learn technical applications quickly.
  • Able to demonstrate resilience and remain positive during challenging period.
  • Support with Sample Managing, Photo Shoots and Showroom set up (Wholesale focused).

Responsibilities

  • Autonomous and Accurate Delivery and Purchase Order Management. Clear communication of orders status, challenges, and opportunities to wider team.
  • Meticulous data integrity and management of daily, weekly, and seasonal buying responsibilities; deliveries, pricing, assortment updates, and general admin support.
  • Ability to navigate required tools and systems, as well as troubleshoot any issues and identify better ways of working to improve efficiency.
  • Demonstrate and communicate awareness of retail landscape; conduct research on competitive set including pricing, style, and key messages and translate findings into actions.
  • Support in preparing necessary documents and resources for major calendar meetings, including Hindsight, Buy Review and Sign Off.
  • Agile Outlook and email management to maintain department critical path.
  • Able to analyse business reports with support from manager to broaden knowledge. Develop the ability to draw top line conclusions and actions from analysis to influence future buys.
  • To adopt a positive and proactive approach to their own training and development as well as that of their peers.
  • Proactively promotes improvements to working practices and systems.
  • Participates in company initiatives as appropriate.
  • Creates and maintains strong working relationships within cross-functional teams: Assortment Planning, Trading & Allocations, Retail Store teams, Global Production and Merchandising teams, and Brand Presentation team to ensure the department critical path is maintained to the highest standard.
  • Support with Sample Managing, Photo Shoots and Showroom set up (Wholesale focused).

FAQs

What is the duration of the Buyers Intern placement at Ralph Lauren?

The Buyers Intern placement is for a full 12-month period.

Where are the Ralph Lauren Head offices located for this internship?

The Ralph Lauren Head offices are located in Watford and New Bond Street, London.

Is travel required for the Buyers Intern position?

Yes, the successful candidate should be prepared to travel to one of the offices regularly.

What kind of support will the Buyers Intern provide to the buying team?

The Buyers Intern will provide integral operational support to ensure the achievement of departmental financial plans and the realization of seasonal strategies.

What skills are required for the Buyers Intern position?

Candidates should demonstrate strong Microsoft application skills, particularly in Excel, and possess logical analysis and problem-solving skills.

Will the Buyers Intern need to manage purchase orders?

Yes, the intern will be responsible for autonomous and accurate delivery and purchase order management.

What is expected regarding data management for the Buyers Intern?

The intern is expected to maintain meticulous data integrity and manage daily, weekly, and seasonal buying responsibilities.

Are there training and development opportunities for the Buyers Intern?

Yes, the intern is encouraged to adopt a positive and proactive approach to training and development.

How important is communication in this role?

Communication is very important; the intern must effectively communicate order statuses, challenges, and maintain strong working relationships within cross-functional teams.

What type of analytical skills should the Buyers Intern possess?

The intern should be commercially and analytically minded, with the ability to analyze business reports and draw conclusions that influence future buys.

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Ralph Lauren

“Be anything you want to be. And be many things.” – Ralph Lauren

Fashion & Arts
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1967
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Ralph Lauren is a globally renowned fashion brand that epitomises timeless elegance and iconic style. With a rich heritage spanning several decades, Ralph Lauren has become synonymous with luxury and sophistication. The brand offers a wide range of products, including clothing, accessories, fragrances, and home furnishings, all reflecting impeccable craftsmanship and attention to detail. Known for its classic designs and impeccable quality, Ralph Lauren has established itself as a symbol of refined taste and effortless sophistication. With a commitment to delivering exceptional products and exceptional customer experiences, Ralph Lauren continues to inspire and captivate fashion enthusiasts around the world.