Description

The Buying Intern will be immersed in a 10 week program involved with vendor set up, Purchase Order entry and maintenance, support markdown and promotional strategies, and generating reporting for the Buying team. The Buying Intern will help grow and maintain relationships with key vendors and drive business goals. The successful candidate will have a keen sense of fashion and trends, be self-starting, flexible, highly organized, results oriented, and reliable. They will have excellent analytical, retail math and computer skills. They must have the proven ability to work well under pressure in a demanding environment where teamwork is key.

A day in the life
You will make a positive impact on customer experience through continuous monitoring of Zappos.com and competitor sites through the lens of the customer. The ideal candidate will be experienced in using the tools and reports to develop a deeper understanding of customer behavior. Being an excellent communicator is a must as you will need to cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with vendors based on openness and trust.

About the team
Welcome to Amazon/Zappos, where data-driven decisions meet a people-first culture! We combine Amazon's innovative mindset with Zappos' unique culture to create an environment where every employee can grow while delivering exceptional customer experiences. This role offers a unique opportunity to experience the best of both worlds - Zappos' renowned company culture and Amazon's innovative approach to retail. You'll be part of a team that values both personal growth and business success while working with some of the industry's top brands.

Basic Qualifications

- Currently working towards a bachelor's degree in retail merchandising or related field with an expected conferral date between December 2026 and May 2027.
- Work, internship, or other leadership experience in a professional environment
- Computer skills, including Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word) and ability to quickly learn new systems Familiarity with and interest in fashion trends, designers, and ecommerce Strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

- A work ethic based on a strong desire to exceed expectations
- Strong internal customer focus and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
- General interest in the business of fashion

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.

USA, NY, New York - 20.00 - 36.00 USD hourly
USA, NY, New York City - 20.00 - 36.00 USD hourly
USA, NY, New york city - 20.00 - 36.00 USD hourly