PROCUREMENT & LOSS PREVENTION INTERN

The BATA GROUP is one of the world's leading manufacturers and retailers of quality footwear. A global company with more than 30,000 employees, over 5,000 stores in more than 70 countries worldwide, Bata has been providing the best shoes at the best value for money, backed by unparalleled service, for more than 120 years. Since its founding in 1894 by Thomas Bata, the Company has consistently demonstrated its commitment to responsible and innovative business models in the belief that capital is not just money, but, above all, people, knowledge and core values. Today, Bata's pioneering principles enable the company to adapt quickly to market changes. It also continues Bata's long tradition of being sensitive to cultural and national differences and enables it to function proudly as an inclusive company in every country in which it operates.

With more than 270 shops in Italy and Spain AW LAB is a laboratory of “urban sport style” trends that offers to its customers the coolest products of the moment, suggesting and inspiring them in creating their own style. Since opening its first store in 1997, with the name of Athletes World, AW LAB is part of the Bata group, world leader in the footwear industry, with over 5,000 stores in more than 70 countries. AW LAB proposes a wide collection of sneakers of the most famous international sport brands and a wide range of exclusive designs created in collaboration with them. The proposal is completed by a collection of apparel and accessories of the leading sportswear brand and by two private clothing labels.

DESCRIPTION OF THE ROLE

We are looking for a PROCUREMENT & LOSS PREVENTION INTERN to join the Procurement & Loss Prevention Department to support the team in particular in the loss prevention activities.

He/She will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic context, supporting the optimisation of store operations and administrative processes. The resource will support the team in managing inventory, tracking stock through ERP systems, updating databases, participating in inventories, and contributing to process improvement initiatives.

KEY CHALLENGES

• Support in monitoring stock and goods movements with the use of ERP software to control stock flows
• Support in conducting inventories on direct or franchise stores
• Support the opening and closing inventories via dedicated platforms and direct participation in inventories at stores
• Support in loss prevention activities by carrying out verification activities to prevent or detect fraud
• Support in process mapping and optimisation by collaborating in the revision of internal procedures, ensuring greater efficiency and standardisation

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Degree – preferably in Economics or Statistics
• Proficient in using computer, with strong Excel skills for data processing and file management
• Comfortable with using software tools and operational devices (e.g., handheld scanners, online portals)
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
• Flexible and adaptable to dynamic environments
• Smart and resourceful approach
• Delivers in consistent way following his department priorities, respecting the deadlines

LANGUAGES

• Italian
• Good knowledge of English

LOCATION

• Limena (PD)
• Possibility of working in Smart Working for part of the week after an initial on-site training period