Buying Intern (6 month FTC)

Warrior Sports, Inc.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 4,500 - 7,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Hours

Travel allowance up to €300

Hybrid working (3 days in the office)

Employee Discount

Free item upon joining

Work from-home allowance

Homework equipment allowance

Sports subscription services

On-site Gym

Wellbeing and mental health benefit

Job summary

New Balance is seeking a Buying Internship in the Netherlands to gain hands-on exposure to the full product lifecycle, from range selection to performance analysis and clearance strategies. You will collaborate with Buyers, support order placement, and help manage the seasonal plan across ecommerce, marketplace, outlet, and inline channels.

This 6-month fixed-term internship emphasizes analytical thinking, Excel proficiency, and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Highly analytical with strong communication at all levels.
• Commercial competence and organizational awareness.
• Excellent Excel skills; able to learn new systems.
• Applicants must be based in the Netherlands.

Responsibilities

• Assist buyers on seasonal buys and contribute to trends and performance.
• Support order placement, product reviews, and category analyses.
• Coordinate with DTC channels to plan seasonal launches across platforms.
• Monitor stock from factories to warehouses and flag late arrivals.
• Assist with pricing, ecommerce data, and in-season reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Commercial sense

Multi-tasking

Excel skills

Learn new systems

Interest in sports

Job description

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

The Buying Internship at New Balance offers a hands-on introduction to the full product lifecycle from range selection and style forecasting to buying, performance analysis, and clearance strategies. This role is perfect for strategic, forward-thinking individuals with a passion for the sports industry and Direct To Consumer. You’ll gain insight into intake management and learn how data drives decision-making across the buying process. As an intern, you’ll be empowered to grow your skills, set meaningful goals, and contribute to impactful projects. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract position.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working with Buyers on seasonal buys, providing input on trends and performance at both GBU and Country level. Supporting the buying process with order placement, product reviews, and article and category analyses. Cross-functional working with all DTC Channels (Ecommerce, Marketplace, Outlet, and Inline) to put together the seasonal plan for the digital platforms and stores, ensuring marketing and commercial campaigns are supported. Supervising stock from factories to warehouses, ensuring it is released to be sold and highlighting any problem with late arrivals or launch critical products. Working with Marketing, Trading, and Operations teams to ensure product is available for the scheduling of marketing assets and advertised launches. Compiling product details for styles to be sold via Ecommerce, Marketplace, Outlet, and Inline, including pricing and inventory info. Ensuring price consistency and accurate price upload on the New Balance platform. Working with Buyers on in-season reporting and sales analysis. Working with Buyers and the wider Marketplace team to identify risks and opportunities via partner programs, suggesting styles to be added or excluded from the platforms. Assisting the Buying team during EOSS period.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

Highly analytical. Strong communication at all levels. Commercial competence is crucial. Multi-tasking and organizational awareness. Excellent Excel skills and the ability to pick up new systems. Interest in sports and ideally running is a plus. Applicants need to be based in the Netherlands.

BENEFITS:

• Flexible Working Hours 1 day per month of leave
• Up to €300 travel allowance each month
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
• Employee Discount
• Free item upon joining
• Work from-home allowance
• Homework equipment allowance
• Sports subscription services
• On-site Gym
• Wellbeing and mental health benefit (24/7 Employee Assistance Program & Support)

- Journey - Equal Opportunity Employer: New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion. If you have not already done so, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.

At New Balance, our job is to aid athletes in their pursuit of excellence, whether that means helping professional athletes set records and win medals, or propelling everyday athletes to achieve a new PR, run their first 5K or just to live a more healthy and active lifestyle. Our products are the perfect blend of function and fashion, giving you the performance technology you need and the style you want. Our associates around the world bring these goals to life with their high-level skills and creativity. While we offer the best product on the market, we’re also equally committed to giving back. So while we look to succeed, we believe in ensuring others have the same opportunity.