Internship Purchasing & Assortment - General Office Supplies

Internship: Purchasing & Assortment Operations – General Office Supplies

About Us

Viking is a leading European workplace‑solutions company headquartered in Venlo, bringing together approximately 400 professionals from 30 nationalities who share a drive for quality, innovation, and progress. We support businesses across Europe with smart office products, technology, and services, and our real strength lies in the culture behind it—international, forward‑thinking, and built on genuine collaboration. It’s a place where ideas move quickly, people stay curious, and teams work with a strong sense of purpose. The result is an environment shaped by ambition, fresh perspectives, and the kind of energy that makes progress feel natural.

Start your professional journey in a company where expertise and fresh perspectives work hand in hand.

What to Expect During Your Internship

As a Purchasing & Assortment Operations Intern, you will support the Viking Office Purchasing & Assortment team in keeping assortment and vendor information accurate, organized, and up to date. You will take an active role in managing daily operational tasks, coordinating information flows, handling vendor inquiries, and assisting with product lifecycle activities. Throughout the internship, you’ll gain valuable insight into Category Management and see how strategic assortment decisions translate into real business impact. It’s a hands‑on opportunity to learn, contribute, and build a strong foundation in a key commercial function.

Your Responsibilities

• Support the team with daily assortment and vendor‑related queries in the general office supplies categories, ensuring smooth and timely communication
• Coordinate the collection of product and vendor information, including contracts, tenders, and ad‑hoc requests
• Contribute to onboarding, updating, and phasing out products across systems and teams within the general office supplies assortment
• Execute product and vendor updates, pricing adjustments, and promotions in line with established processes and deadlines
• Prepare reports that support decision‑making within the Purchasing & Assortment team, with a focus on general office supplies
• Execute competitor reviews to support pricing decisions and to get insights on assortment and merchandising opportunities 
• Assist other category teams within the Purchasing & Assortment department when needed

Your Profile

• You are a 3rd‑year Bachelor student in International Business, Purchasing, Marketing, or a related field
• You have a strong interest in Category Management and are motivated to deepen your understanding
• You are confident working with Microsoft Excel
• You bring strong organizational and time‑management skills
• You have a sharp eye for detail and a proactive, hands‑on mindset
• You have excellent spoken and written English skills, German and or Dutch language skills are a plus
• You are available full‑time from September 2026 for a period of 5–6 months

What We Offer You

• An excellent opportunity to develop yourself in an international environment

• A competitive internship allowance of 500€ gross per month, plus a travel allowance (if applicable)

• 15 days of holiday for a 5-month internship (3 holidays per internship month)

• Great guidance and support from your experienced colleagues

• An internship program with a focus on your personal and professional development

• Knowledge and hands-on experience within the Purchasing & Assortment department

Are you enthusiastic and ready for a new challenge?
Click on the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application.

If you have any questions, we are happy to help you.

Please reach out to:

Eszter Lassu

HR Recruitment Intern

nl-jobs@vikingoffice.eu