Stock Assistant (Apprenticeship)

Overview

Chanel is an independent French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, fragrances and beauty. The brand is synonymous with craftsmanship, refined aesthetics and exacting standards. As an employer, Chanel offers roles within a heritage-driven luxury environment where attention to detail, client service and product integrity are paramount.

Role & Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect and unpack deliveries for the Parfums & Beauté boutique, ensuring product integrity and accurate documentation.
• Maintain back-of-house organisation: stock shelving, labelling, rotation (FIFO) and ambient/storage condition controls for beauty and fragrance products.
• Execute regular stock counts and reconciliations; investigate and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with store management.
• Replenish the sales floor promptly and maintain visual and merchandising standards in coordination with the boutique team.
• Manage returns, transfers and minor administrative tasks associated with inventory (scanning, logging, paperwork).
• Adhere to loss-prevention procedures, hygiene and safety standards specific to beauty and fragrance.
• Support peak operations (product launches, promotional events) with efficient stock distribution and urgent replenishments.
• Collaborate with sales advisors and store management to ensure product availability and timely fulfilment of client requests.

Qualifications

• Eligible for an alternance/apprenticeship contract under French regulations.
• Currently enrolled in a vocational or higher-education program in retail, logistics, supply chain, business or a related discipline.
• Strong organisational aptitude with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfort with routine physical tasks and safe manual handling of boxes and merchandise.
• Good numeracy and basic administrative skills; able to complete stock counts and simple reconciliations.
• Professional demeanour, team-oriented attitude and respect for luxury product handling protocols.

Skills

Experience

Entry-level: previous experience in retail stockroom, warehouse or boutique environment is advantageous but not required; internships or short-term retail assignments will be considered.

Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited vocational or higher-education program (retail, logistics, supply chain, business or related field).

Culture

Chanel’s workplace reflects the maison’s commitment to excellence, discretion and craftsmanship. Teams operate in a collaborative yet disciplined environment where professionalism, client focus and meticulous product care are highly valued.