Category Associate (JD YOUNG Internship Program) at JD.com Inc

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Internship, Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

E-commerce, RetailIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor-level education or equivalent intellectual capacity
Relevant experience in retail, merchandising, or buyer role
Familiarity with e-commerce platforms and online shopping trends (a plus)
Basic analytical skills to interpret data and trends
Basic skills in Excel
Proficient in English

Responsibilities

Support Order-to-Cash Cycle: Assist in executing contract management, product setup, promotion execution, payments, and funding processes
Purchase Order Execution: Help release and manage purchase orders to ensure optimal inventory levels and minimize stockouts or overstock situations
Inbound Coordination Support: Work with suppliers and logistics teams to track and ensure timely delivery of products to the warehouse
Inventory Monitoring: Track inventory data, analyze trends, and support the implementation of strategies to improve stock turnover and reduce excess inventory
Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) Support: Assist in aligning inventory levels with sales forecasts and business goals by providing accurate data and insights
Warehouse & Logistics Collaboration: Partner with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure smooth inventory flow and help resolve operational bottlenecks
System Utilization: Learn and use inventory management systems to support inventory control and operational efficiency
Problem-Solving: Collaborate with Category Managers and the Operations Manager to resolve inventory-related issues quickly and effectively
Process Improvement Support: Identify opportunities to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency in a resource-constrained environment
Data & Reporting: Prepare and maintain accurate reports on inventory levels, sales trends, and operational performance to support decision-making

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Contract ManagementProduct SetupPurchase OrdersInventory ManagementSales & Operations PlanningLogistics CoordinationData AnalysisReportingE-commerce PlatformsProcess Improvement

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time or part-time position?

This is a part-time position as part of the JD Young Internship Program.

What education level is required for this role?

A Bachelor-level education or equivalent intellectual capacity is required.

What are the key skills needed for the Category Associate internship?

Relevant experience in retail, merchandising, or buyer role; basic analytical skills to interpret data and trends; basic skills in Excel; and proficiency in English are required. Familiarity with e-commerce platforms and online shopping trends is a plus.

What is the purpose of the JD Young Internship Program?

The program aims to cultivate young talent by providing opportunities to enhance professional skills and accelerate growth, while identifying high-potential candidates for the JD Star Program.

What experience makes a strong candidate for this internship?

Candidates with relevant experience in retail, merchandising, or buyer roles, along with basic analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and English fluency, will stand out.

JD.com Inc

China's largest online retailer and technology services

About JD.com Inc

JD.com is China's largest online retailer, offering a wide range of products from fresh food to electronics, with a nationwide fulfillment network enabling same- and next-day delivery. The company is transitioning to a technology and service enterprise, leveraging cutting-edge technology and infrastructure to serve nearly 600 million customers and promote innovation across various industries.

Chaoyang, Beijing, ChinaHeadquarters

1998Year Founded

$7,918.9MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Robotics & Automation, Venture Capital, Industrial & Manufacturing, VR & AR, AI & Machine Learning, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees