🔎 We’re on the lookout for
a motivated trainee to join our Erve Europe office in the field of Sales & Buying.
About Erve
Erve is a European leader in character licences and brands. We produce branded fashion and apparel featuring TV, film, cartoon and video game heroes. As part of Erve Group, we have eight offices across three continents, and we control the supply chain between raw materials and stores. Starting with our in-house design team and portfolio of licences, we source, produce, pack and transport collections at the request of major fashion retailers. With 40 years in the industry, our dynamic team values growth, transparency and customer focus. Our exceptional quality and sustainable practices have earned us a reputation for excellence.
At Erve, growth is what we stand for. "Step by step, better each time". With our Level 8 approach, roles develop with people. Meaning that we have fluid job descriptions where you can expand your role to your interests and talents and are able to have multiple roles within the company. From day one, you will get ownership and responsibility and through mentorship, you will learn and grow within our company. Learn everything about our level 8 approach here.
📋 What is the traineeship all about?
Sales & Buying
- Support our tight-knit sales and buying teams on a range of strategic and operational projects for our key accounts, high-growth clients, and prospective customers.
- Manage and grow your first customer portfolio by identifying, planning, and seizing new business opportunities under C-level mentorship.
- Work independently with other teams across the business (Advertising, Seller Support, Logistics, etc.) to optimize our business processes, product sourcing, supply chain operations, and customer service.
- Assist in building and fostering partnerships with renowned retailers.
- Prepare for and participate in key meetings with clients and suppliers.
👤 The ideal trainee
- A highly motivated and eager-to-learn individual with a relevant degree.
- A flexible team player who takes initiative and drives projects to completion.
- Prior work experience is a plus but not required—we believe all necessary skills can be taught.
- Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
- Most importantly, someone inspired to succeed and grow.
🌍 Erve offers
- A dynamic traineeshipin which you get the space to develop yourself, both within your chosen field and certainly also to grow as a person.
- A traineeship that is international, based near Brussels, in a department with young and ambitious colleagues.
- Paid traineeship: Competitive compensation for your valuable contributions.
- Level-8 Approach: Gain ownership and responsibility for your projects from day one.
- International Exposure: Opportunities for travel to customers and production sites.
- Erve House: Stay close to our HQ with provided accommodation.
- Full-time Hiring Prospects: If we’re a match, we’d love for you to accelerate your career and achieve your goals with us.
- Visa Sponsorship: We welcome talented individuals from around the globe.
Be part of an enthusiastic global team in Zaventem, near Brussels, at a certified Great Place to Work
💻 Apply now
Apply now for a fulfilling traineeship in the fashion industry!
Don’t wait too long—Interviews are conducted on a rolling-basis.
Erve Group is a circle of companies, including:
Erve
European leader in character licences and brands. We produce branded fashion and apparel featuring TV, film, cartoon and video game heroes.
www.erve.com
Beconnected
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www.beconnected.world
Beconnected Industrial
The first high-tech textile printing and labeling factory in Ethiopia.
www.beconnectedindustrial.com
