Apprentice — Buying & Product Development

Overview

Chloé is a Parisian luxury fashion house celebrated for its feminine ready-to-wear, leather goods and contemporary aesthetic. The brand is design-led and operates within the haute-lifestyle segment, offering a creative, atelier-informed environment that balances artisanal craft with commercial discipline.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the buying and product development teams in seasonal range planning and assortment analysis.
• Assist with supplier liaison: request samples, follow up on developments, track approvals and delivery schedules.
• Maintain and update PLM and ERP data related to styles, bill of materials, costing and tech-packs.
• Prepare purchase orders, monitor order confirmations and ensure on-time delivery through the supply chain.
• Contribute to costings and margin analysis, consolidating data for buying meetings and management reports.
• Coordinate internal fit and quality-control sessions; document feedback and drive corrective actions with suppliers.
• Manage sample logistics between ateliers, showrooms and suppliers, and support showroom merchandising when required.
• Support ad‑hoc projects such as trend research, material sourcing and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited programme (BTS, Bachelor, or Master) in fashion buying, merchandising, product development, textile technology or equivalent.
• Eligible for an apprenticeship/alternance contract in France and available for the full duration required by the training programme.
• Excellent organisational skills, methodical approach and strong attention to detail.
• Good numerical literacy and capability to work with costing and assortment data.
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Proactive attitude, curiosity for product and materials, and a collaborative mindset.

Skills

Experience

Entry-level — prior internships or work experience in fashion buying, merchandising or product development is advantageous but not mandatory. The role is intended for candidates seeking practical, on-the-job training through an apprenticeship.

Education

Enrolled in a relevant higher-education programme (BTS / Bachelor / Master) in fashion buying, merchandising, product development, textiles or a closely related discipline.

Culture

Chloé fosters a creative, design-focused culture with an emphasis on craftsmanship and contemporary femininity. The workplace values collaboration between design, sourcing and commercial teams and encourages practical learning and professional development within a luxury context.