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

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

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InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

E-commerce, RetailIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor-level or Master-level student. Must currently be enrolled as a full-time university student at the time of applying, or hold a job-seeking visa (Aufenthaltserlaubnis für die Jobsuche) in Germany
No more than 2 years of work experience
Relevant experience in retail, merchandising, or buying (through an internship or otherwise) is a plus
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 German

Responsibilities

Support the category leader, manager and category buyers in day-to-day merchandising activities such as assortment planning, product selection, and inventory management
Assist in vendor communication, negotiation, and relationship management to ensure timely delivery of products and adherence to quality standards
Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and consumer trend analysis to identify emerging opportunities and threats in assigned product categories
Maintain accurate product data, pricing information, and inventory records in the merchandising system to facilitate effective decision-making and reporting
Help identify and correct errors in product descriptions, visuals or data
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to execute promotional campaigns, product launches
Assist in preparing presentations, reports, and analysis for category reviews, business meetings, and executive updates

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ExcelMerchandisingInventory ManagementMarket ResearchCompetitor AnalysisVendor NegotiationE-commerceData AnalysisGerman

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this Category Associate internship?

The position is part-time.

What are the education and experience requirements for this role?

Candidates must be Bachelor-level or Master-level students currently enrolled full-time at a university, or hold a job-seeking visa in Germany, with no more than 2 years of work experience. Relevant experience in retail, merchandising, or buying is a plus.

What skills are required or preferred for this internship?

Required skills include basic analytical skills, basic Excel skills, and proficiency in German. 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 enhancing professional skills and accelerating growth, while identifying high-potential candidates for the JD Star Program.

What makes a strong candidate for this Category Associate internship?

Strong candidates are current full-time university students at Bachelor or Master level (or hold a German job-seeking visa) with no more than 2 years of work experience, basic analytical and Excel skills, German proficiency, and pluses like retail/merchandising experience or e-commerce familiarity.

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

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