intern - Buying

Puma; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 179,000 - 268,000; Part time

Job summary

Puma India is seeking a Buying - intern to work hands-on within the Buying team in Bengaluru. You will gain direct exposure to fast-paced buying and merchandising, contributing to live business initiatives rather than theory.

Responsibilities include data collection for analysis, competitor research, and market insights, collaborating with Sales, Planning, and Product teams, and maintaining precise records and reports.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Fashion Management or related field.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and presentations.
• Interest in fashion/retail trends and consumer behavior.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support expediting day-to-day operations with large-scale data collection and organization for analysis and reporting.
• Conduct competitor research, trend mapping, and market analysis.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Planning, Product).
• Maintain documentation, reports, and databases with accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Current student or recent graduate in Fashion Management, Business, Retail, or related Fields

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Position Title: Buying - intern

Reports to: Lead Buying

Location: Bengaluru

Position Summary:

• A hands-on position embedded within Puma India's Buying team, offering direct experience in the fast-paced buying and merchandising function of a global sportswear and fashion brand.
• Designed as an opportunity to build practical skills and industry knowledge by working closely with the team on real, live business initiatives rather than theoretical or simulated tasks.
• The candidate is expected to actively contribute to ongoing projects, making a tangible impact on business outcomes while gaining exposure to the global fashion and sportswear landscape.

Key Objectives:

• To work directly with the Buyer to support expediting day-to-day operations such as large-scale data handling (collect & organize) for business analysis, reporting.
• Work on competitor research, trend mapping, and market analysis
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Sales, planning, Product)
• Maintain documentation, reports, and databases with accuracy and attention to detail.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, basic data analysis).
• Working knowledge of PowerPoint for presentations.
• Basic understanding of fashion/retail business and consumer trends.

Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail

• Communication skills (written and verbal) for cross-team collaboration.
• Time management and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work in a dynamic environment.

Eligibility Criteria And Functional Competencies Required:

• Current student or recent graduate in Fashion Management, Business, Retail, or related Fields.
• Interest in sports, fashion, and lifestyle with awareness of the latest industry trends.