Commercial Purchasing Intern

Company Description
Job Description
Would you like to work with purchasing in an international company? Would you like to gain extensive experience of the processes and procedures of a large organisation and to have an impact on the purchase of articles for JYSK countries? Would you like to get valuable experience on your CV? Then you might be the Intern we are looking for in our Commercial Purchasing Department.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU
We offer you a 5-months internship in the Purchasing Department at JYSK Head Office in Aarhus, e.g. starting from January, however we are flexible with start date and length of your internship.

The internship will give you the chance to work with colleagues and tasks from the following categories: Garden, Indoor Furniture, Duvets/Pillows and Bed Linen/Sheets.

We believe in continuous improvement to ensure that JYSK customers always get ‘a great offer’. This is a guiding light for the entire organisation, not least for our Purchasing Department. We focus on sound tradesmanship: Procuring the right article in the right quantity at the very best price.

Go for it, if you feel like acquiring profound knowledge of purchasing in a major international company and gaining insight into cross-border operations. You will work in an international environment where no two days are alike, and you will cooperate with competent, dedicated, and experienced colleagues in an informal environment.

WHAT YOUR INTERNSHIP WILL BE ABOUT
Your tasks and responsibilities in the internship include:

• Article registrations and master data maintenance
• Analysis of market data e.g. for competitors and customers behaviour
• Analysis and presentations for range meetings, sales meetings etc.
• Follow-up on the quality of deliveries, goods, packaging, barcodes and sample approval
• Feedback on inquiries from customers, stores, and other parts of the organisation
• Participate in relevant supplier meetings and visits
• Communication of relevant information, both internal and external
• Ad hoc purchasing tasks

You can read more about our department here.

WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING
We are looking for an Intern who:

• Currently studies Purchasing, Business Administration or a related field
• Is motivated by challenges and has a lot of drive and strong work ethics
• Has a high-level fluency in English. Danish skills will be regarded as an advantage
• Is structured and capable of working independently
• Can easily adapt to the changes of a busy workday
• Is used to working with Excel and Power Point. User experience in SAP or similar is an advantage

Qualifications
Additional Information
IS THIS YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY? Apply today!
If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Berit S. Christiansen (Duvets/Pillows and Bed Linen) on +45 2913 7535.

Send us a brief application with your CV by clicking “Apply.” We process applications on an ongoing basis and complete the recruitment once we have found the right candidate.

ABOUT US
We believe that our employees are key to our success going from one store in 1979 to more than 3,300 stores worldwide today. That is why we strive to offer development and possibilities of growing within JYSK, and we also take pride in rewarding engagement and a great effort among our employees. Our three fundamental JYSK Values – Tradesman, Colleague and Corporate Spirit – express the behaviour and attitude that we can expect from each other. We trust each other, and we believe in delegation and freedom with responsibility.

JYSK wants to include everyone, no matter the age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and experience. Together, we secure our inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. Because a great mix of minds, talents and unique personalities makes us a stronger team.

For more information, please visit our career page.