Procurement Internship (6 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Job description

RWD is looking for exceptional candidates for an Internship within our Owner’s Supply Procurement team. If you are a highly organized individual who enjoys a spreadsheet while also having an appreciation for design and quality, then read on.

The procurement intern will gain experience in all aspects of Owner’s supply procurement in the yacht industry, which will help begin to lay the foundations for a career in FF&E procurement with potential opportunities for ongoing employment within our team, subject to personal performance and vacancies.

About Us

RWD is one of the world’s leading superyacht design studios, passionate about designing and creating distinctive tailor-made yacht interiors and exteriors that respond to clients’ aspirations with innovation, clarity and vision. From our beautiful Beaulieu-based design studio on the English South Coast, our team of highly skilled designers, dedicated to excellence, have been creating the most prestigious, original superyachts for three decades.

RWD is built on a genuine commitment to the highest possible standards - for our customers and for our

people. We value talent, dedication and a thorough passion for the work at hand.

The Procurement team helps ensure the smooth delivery of every FF&E element of an RWD project, supporting our turn‑key service and contributing to RWD’s vision of being the most inspiring yacht design studio in the world. With broad exposure across design, project management and finance, the team has a strong understanding of products, materials and how they come together onboard a yacht. As procurement managers, they are naturally organised, solution focused and meticulous in their attention to detail. Their work spans everything from supplier relationships, purchasing and quality control to shipping logistics, budgeting, financial reporting and hands‑on support during onboard installation.

About You

• You can think on your feet, are naturally organised and meticulous in attention to detail whilst maintaining a high-level overall view
• You have a keen interest in design and an eye for aesthetics, with previous experience in the luxury sector, buying, FF&E, finance or logistics being a plus
• You have “a head for numbers” and an interest in budget management
• You have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• You build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, negotiating successfully with suppliers and showing effective problem-solving skills
• You have good spoken English and can work in the UK
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in MS Office and Excel

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Support the procurement team with gathering product information, samples, lead times and pricing
• Assist with creating purchase orders, ensuring accuracy of specifications, quantities and delivery details
• Help track order progress and keep the procurement manager up to speed on any changes
• Assist with budget tracking by updating specification spreadsheets with pricing information
• Support the procurement team with the admin related to storage, insurance, shipping, customs, and on-site deliveries
• Working across all departments to prepare client presentations
• Assist project team with organizing and managing incoming and outgoing shipments in the studio, including international shipments in preparation for client presentations
• Attend supplier visits and cultivate and maintain strong relationships with suppliers

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Beaulieu

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-03-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English