Supply Chain and Optimization Intern

Overview

Richemont is a global luxury goods group that houses prestigious maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, leather goods and writing instruments. As a leading luxury holding company, Richemont combines artisanal craftsmanship with international retail, wholesale and digital distribution networks and invests in long-term brand stewardship and product excellence.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end supply chain optimization projects through data extraction, cleansing and analysis.
• Develop and validate demand-forecasting models and inventory replenishment parameters to improve service levels and reduce stockholding.
• Produce regular KPI reports and dashboards to track weeks of supply, fill rate, lead times and forecast accuracy for multiple brands.
• Create scenario and network-sensitivity analyses to inform sourcing, production and distribution decisions.
• Collaborate with procurement, production planning, logistics and commercial teams to translate analytical findings into operational improvements.
• Document process maps and business rules; propose continuous-improvement initiatives to streamline flows and reduce waste.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Business Analytics, Economics or a closely related discipline.
• Strong quantitative aptitude with proven ability to work with large datasets and derive actionable insights.
• Excellent Excel skills, including use of advanced functions and pivot tables.
• Effective communicator with experience presenting findings to cross-functional stakeholders.
• Organized, detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Experience

Previous internship or project experience in supply chain, operations, inventory analytics or a related analytical role is preferred but not mandatory. Practical exposure to forecasting, replenishment or ERP systems will be advantageous.

Education

Pursuing or recently completed Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Business Analytics, Economics, or comparable field.

Culture

Richemont fosters a culture that values craftsmanship, precision and long-term brand development. Teams operate with cross-disciplinary collaboration, a commitment to product quality and an international outlook; the environment rewards analytical rigour, attention to detail and respect for heritage.