Buying Intern

Landmark Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Babyshop is seeking a proactive Buying Intern for the Girls' Clothing Department in Dubai. The 3-month program offers hands-on exposure to the buying cycle, sample coordination, and cross-functional collaboration with Buyers and QA teams.

The ideal candidate has education in Fashion apparel, Retail, or Merchandising, with prior internship/work in apparel merchandising or buying preferred. Sponsor visa and medical insurance are required.

Qualifications

• Educational background in Fashion apparel, Retail, or Merchandising.
• Prior internship or work experience in apparel merchandising or buying preferred.
• Applicants must have a sponsor visa and medical insurance.

Responsibilities

• Assist Buyers and QA to coordinate fit sessions and samples.
• Attend weekly fit sessions to support product quality and fit.
• Update PLM with buying comments and product information.
• Coordinate with suppliers on samples, approvals, and timelines.
• Monitor critical path and provide weekly delivery status.
• Prepare weekly product performance and trading reports.
• Organize samples for reviews, photoshoots, and ecommerce shoots.

Education

Fashion apparel

Retail

Merchandising

Job description

Buying Intern – Girls' Clothing Department

About Babyshop:

Babyshop is the leading omni-channel Baby & Kids Retailer across the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and India. With over 250 stores and a robust digital presence in 14 markets, we serve millions of families by offering trusted, high-quality products across fashion, nursery, toys, and baby essentials. For over 50 years, Babyshop has been a category leader, known for its deep customer relationships and value-driven promise.

About the role:

• Role: Buying Intern – Girls' Clothing Department
• Duration: 3 months

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Buying Intern to support our Girls' Clothing Buying Team.

The ideal candidate should have an educational background in Fashion apparel, Retail, Merchandising, or a related field, with prior internship or work experience in apparel merchandising or buying preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with Buyers and the QA team to ensure regular fit sessions and arrange all sample are hanged and kept ready for fit session.
• Attend weekly fit sessions and support the team in maintaining product quality and fit standards.
• Update buying comments and product information accurately in the PLM system.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding sample submissions, approvals, and delivery timelines. All approvals to be shared on email on regular basis.
• Monitor the critical path and provide weekly delivery status updates, proactively communicating any delays to minimize risks.
• Prepare weekly product performance and trading reports for the buying team.
• Manage and track product samples, submissions, approvals, and seasonal/phase-wise.
• Prepare, track and organize samples for product reviews, photoshoots, and e-commerce shoots.
• Support in preparation of allocation and franchise file preparation following range reviews.
• Assist team in preparing presentations, monthly review reports, and strategic meetings.
• Prepare Order Confirmation sheets and communicate order details to suppliers.
• Conduct store visits and competitor shopping (comp shops), providing market insights and recommendations to support department strategy.
• Prepare and maintain product flow charts documentation.
• Ensure efficient sample management for the department and keep all samples in the department area.
• Courier package opening and provide general administrative and operational support to the Buying team as required.

Applicants must have a sponsor (parent/spouse) visa and medical insurance