12th may - 28 may
Over the past weeks, I’ve gotten to know the team well and have been very well taken care of. I’m truly thankful for everything I’ve learned during this time. It has made me realize how much can be learned in just a few weeks when given the right opportunities.
Since my last blog update, I’ve been more involved in the purchasing side of the business. My supervisor has been asking me which areas I find most interesting and what I would like to learn more about. One of those areas was purchasing, so I got to follow along when the buyer sourced and purchased buttons, fabrics and care labels.
After that, I was given the responsibility of handling the entire purchase order for the restock of the brand’s four signature trouser styles. This was a large and detailed task where I needed to consider several factors: analyzing previous sales data, checking current stock levels and adjusting quantities based on style and size popularity. It was a fun challenge that gave me valuable experience in how purchasing decisions are made.
One of the key things I’ve realized during this internship is how important it is to take initiative. Many of the tasks I’ve worked on came from me showing interest or sharing what I could contribute. After all, when starting as an intern no one knows exactly what you can do. At the same time taking initiative requires having a flexible supervisor who is open to letting you try new things. I feel very fortunate in that sense. I also believe that working in a small team, as opposed to a large company, creates more opportunities for this kind of flexibility and learning by doing.
I am grateful for my time at this internship and all the learnings it have given me!
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