Sustainability Projects Coordinator (Alternance)

Overview

Chanel is an iconic French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories and beauty. As an independent luxury house, Chanel combines artisanal savoir‑faire with global retail and product operations. The organisation places growing emphasis on sustainability and supply‑chain stewardship while maintaining a culture of craft, creativity and rigorous quality standards.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the design, coordination and execution of sustainability initiatives across the fashion division, working within a cross‑functional project framework.
• Collect, validate and analyse environmental and social performance data from internal teams and suppliers to feed reporting and KPI dashboards.
• Contribute to lifecycle assessments (LCA), carbon footprint calculations and other impact analyses to inform material and design decisions.
• Prepare clear executive summaries, slide decks and technical notes for internal stakeholders and steering committees.
• Coordinate suppliers and external partners for audits, questionnaires and improvement plans; follow up on corrective actions and timelines.
• Track project timelines, budgets and deliverables; maintain project documentation and support change management activities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in sustainability, environmental science, textile/fashion management, engineering or a related discipline (work‑study/alternance track).
• Strong analytical ability with experience handling quantitative datasets and producing concise management reporting.
• Organised, proactive and comfortable operating in cross‑functional teams with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines.
• Interest in fashion supply chains, materials and product lifecycle impacts and a commitment to practical sustainability solutions.
• Fluent use of office tools and ability to produce professional presentations and technical summaries.

Skills

Experience

Previous internships or project experience in sustainability, CSR, environmental assessment or supply‑chain projects is highly desirable; candidates should demonstrate hands‑on contributions to data analysis, reporting or supplier engagement during prior placements or academic projects.

Education

Enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate programme (Bachelor’s or Master’s) with eligibility for a French alternance/work‑study contract.

Culture

Chanel combines a legacy of artisanal excellence with a modern, global operational structure. The workplace emphasises meticulous craftsmanship, creative collaboration and an increasing focus on integrating sustainability into design and sourcing practices. Teams are typically cross‑disciplinary, fast‑paced and focused on durable, high‑quality outcomes.