E-Merchandising Intern

Overview

Balenciaga, a renowned French fashion house founded in 1917 by Spanish designer Cristóbal Balenciaga, has been a symbol of modernity and elegance since its establishment in Paris in 1937. As part of the Kering Group, Balenciaga continues to push the boundaries of fashion under the creative direction of Demna Gvasalia, who has been at the helm since 2015. The brand offers a wide range of products including women's and men's ready-to-wear, leather goods, shoes, accessories, eyewear, and women's fragrances.

Role & Responsibilities

• Prepare sales analyses for showrooms and optimize sell-through, SKUs, and sizing to maximize product category potential.
• Conduct product analyses to explain and enhance collection performance and develop purchasing strategies.
• Control and optimize sales of permanent collections through automatic replenishment with the supply chain.
• Generate sales and stock reports across distribution channels to determine action plans.
• Alert on re-order needs and optimize transfers for seasonal and permanent collections.
• Monitor pre-orders, quality controls, and end-of-season returns with logistics teams.
• Collaborate with the web visual merchandising team to ensure online representation of collections.

Qualifications

• Experience in the luxury sector is preferred.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Skills

Experience

Experience in luxury fashion is preferred, with a strong understanding of merchandising and sales analysis.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with a leading luxury fashion brand and gain valuable industry experience.

Culture

Balenciaga fosters a culture of innovation and creativity, encouraging employees to push the boundaries of fashion while honoring the brand's rich heritage. As part of the Kering Group, Balenciaga offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment where ideas are valued and creativity is celebrated.