Purchasing Assistant Internship
Key Skills
Job Description
Are you always up to date with the latest trends in fashion? Is your education focused on the procurement of the fast fashion industry? Then you have the opportunity to gain international purchasing experience at the headquarters of Yehwang in Ede, one of the largest B2B wholesalers specializing in the latest trends in jewelry, accessories, and clothing. We have an internship position available for an enthusiastic MBO-4 or HBO student with a background in Procurement Management, Retail, or (International) Business Management for a minimum period of 5 months, part-time or full-time (4 or 5 days per week). Your Responsibilities Provide general support to the purchaser, primarily for online webshop products in fashion and accessories, and our physical shop in Amsterdam Fashion Center. Examples of tasks include: Requesting and evaluating purchase orders Checking and processing order confirmations from our suppliers Monitoring delivery times to fulfill our customer's delivery commitments Requesting, checking, and processing purchase prices and price lists from our suppliers Ensuring goods are delivered to the right location at the right time Brainstorming creative solutions to expedite deliveries In addition to this, you will also gain general business experience as our work never stops! About Yehwang Yehwang Product Imports International specializes in the production and sale of jewelry and accessories. Established in Ede since 2002, we have grown to become one of the largest B2B fashion wholesalers in the Netherlands. Walk into any jewelry or clothing store, and you are likely to find our items there! Yehwang has customers worldwide, and we ship to over 50 different countries. Our vision is to offer trendy products at attractive prices and provide excellent service to all our customers. Desired Profile You have a procurement background with at least an MBO-4 or HBO education You are proactive, results-oriented, organized, and have a hands-on mentality You have excellent command of both Dutch and English, both written and spoken Working in a team inspires and energizes you Preferably, you live in the vicinity of Ede What We Offer An exciting and educational internship in an international wholesale company in the fast fashion industry Competitive internship compensation Work experience in an informal company with an enthusiastic and young team Excited about this opportunity? Send your CV along with a motivation letter, mentioning "Internship Position - Purchasing Assistant," to [email protected].
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the purchasing department by managing purchase orders, monitoring delivery times, and processing price lists from suppliers. They will also assist in ensuring goods are delivered to the correct locations and brainstorming solutions to expedite shipments.
Requirements
Candidates must be MBO-4 or HBO students with a background in Procurement, Retail, or Business Management. Excellent command of both Dutch and English is required, along with a proactive and organized mindset.
Benefits
- Competitive internship compensation
About Yehwang Wholesale
Industry: Wholesale
Company size: 51-200 employees
With 25+ years of experience since 2001, Yehwang is a Netherlands-based B2B wholesaler specializing in jewelry, fashion and accessories. We support retailers, e-commerce businesses, and chains with a fast-moving, trend-driven assortment. Our portfolio includes multiple in-house brands. Yehwang, Gimme, Lilli June, Lumé, and Club Spice. Each with its own identity, collection, and target audience. This allows our partners to build a diverse and well-balanced offering. We combine a strong online platform with a physical showroom in the World Fashion Centre (WFC) in Amsterdam. In addition, we offer flexible services such as dropshipping, private label, factory direct, and our furniture program to fully support our clients’ growth. Driven by expertise, speed, and market insight, we deliver a strong price-quality ratio and fast time-to-market. Yehwang operates in line with BSCI standards, ensuring responsible and ethical production.