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

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Internship, Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, E-commerceIndustries

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 is 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 AnalysisReportingProcess ImprovementInventory Systems

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 are the key responsibilities for the Category Associate intern?

Responsibilities include supporting the order-to-cash cycle, purchase order execution, inbound coordination, inventory monitoring, sales & operations planning, warehouse collaboration, system utilization, problem-solving, process improvement, and data reporting.

What are the job requirements for this internship?

Requirements include Bachelor-level education or equivalent, relevant experience in retail, merchandising, or buyer role, basic analytical skills, basic Excel skills, and proficiency in English. Familiarity with e-commerce platforms 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 makes a strong candidate for this Category Associate internship?

Strong candidates have a bachelor's degree or equivalent, experience in retail, merchandising, or buyer roles, basic analytical and Excel skills, English proficiency, and familiarity with e-commerce as a plus.

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