Business Analyst Intern - Inventory Control
Join La Samaritaine in Paris as a Business Analyst Intern in Inventory Control. Enhance your skills in financial analysis and stock management within the luxury retail sector.
Overview
La Samaritaine, a prestigious department store under the umbrella of Groupe Bon Marché, offers a unique opportunity for aspiring professionals in the luxury retail sector. As part of the Selective Distribution business group, the company is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation, providing a dynamic environment for career growth.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conduct weekly and monthly sales analysis by product category, clientele, and key performance indicators for management.
- Perform supplementary analyses on brand productivity and the performance of ephemeral events.
- Participate in monthly financial closing, including sales reconciliation and variable cost analysis.
- Analyze variances against reference periods during financial closing.
- Contribute to the budgeting and forecasting process, preparing reports and recommendations for improvements.
- Organize and conduct inventory counts, analyzing discrepancies with store and logistics teams.
- Develop and implement inventory tracking KPIs.
- Create stock analysis reports using Power BI.
- Enhance data visualization reports using DAX and SQL.
- Automate tools for business case reviews and performance analysis.
Qualifications
- Pursuing a Master's degree (BAC +4/5) with a focus on Finance or Business/Data Analysis.
- Previous experience in Finance or as a Business/Data Analyst is advantageous.
- Strong analytical thinking with the ability to interpret beyond numerical data.
- Dynamic, meticulous, inquisitive, and capable of working independently.
- Proficient in Excel; experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik Sense is a plus.
- Eagerness to work in a dynamic environment.
- Strong team spirit.
- Interest in luxury and retail sectors.
- Fluent in English.
Skills
Experience
Ideal candidates will have some prior experience in finance or as a business/data analyst, although beginners with strong analytical skills are encouraged to apply.
Education
Pursuing a Master's degree (BAC +4/5) in a relevant field.
Benefits
Gain comprehensive insights into stock management and financial analysis within a leading luxury department store. Engage with operational, purchasing, logistics, and financial teams daily.
Culture
La Samaritaine fosters a vibrant and collaborative workplace culture, emphasizing innovation and excellence in the luxury retail sector. Employees are encouraged to take initiative and work autonomously while being part of a supportive team environment.