Stockroom Assistant (Apprenticeship)
Chanel is hiring a Stockroom Assistant (Apprenticeship) in Cannes. Apprenticeship role supporting boutique stock operations — start Sept 2024.
Overview
Chanel is a globally recognised French maison distinguished by its couture, ready-to-wear, accessories and beauty lines. Renowned for craftsmanship, exacting quality standards and an emphasis on heritage, Chanel operates a network of flagship houses and boutiques worldwide and offers rigorous training and career pathways within a luxury retail environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Receive, inspect and process incoming deliveries; verify quantities and quality against delivery notes and purchase orders.
- Organise and maintain stockroom layout to brand standards, ensuring accessibility and optimal stock rotation.
- Perform regular stock counts and reconciliations; investigate and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with store management.
- Prepare transfers and shipments to other boutiques or headquarters, including accurate packing and documentation.
- Support sales floor operations by replenishing merchandise, preparing samples and responding to ad-hoc product requests.
- Maintain meticulous inventory records using store systems and assist with administrative tasks related to stock control.
- Adhere to Chanel security, handling and preservation protocols for luxury goods and assist with boutique housekeeping as required.
Qualifications
- Enrolment in an apprenticeship, vocational or technical programme related to retail, logistics, supply chain or fashion.
- Demonstrable organisational aptitude with a methodical approach to stock control and record keeping.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of discretion when handling luxury merchandise.
- Capacity for physical tasks (lifting, standing, moving goods) and working within boutique operational hours.
- Reliable team player with good interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn brand-specific procedures.
- Basic digital literacy for inventory systems and Microsoft Excel.
Skills
Experience
No specific prior professional experience required; previous exposure to retail, warehouse or stock-handling environments is advantageous but not mandatory for apprenticeship candidates.
Education
Currently enrolled in an apprenticeship, vocational diploma or equivalent programme in retail, logistics, supply chain, fashion or a related discipline (CAP/BEP/BTS or equivalent).
Culture
Chanel cultivates an environment rooted in artisanal excellence, discretion and refined service. Employees operate within a highly disciplined boutique culture that values continuous learning, attention to detail and collective professionalism.