Procurement Intern

Overview

Van Cleef & Arpels is a Parisian haute-joaillerie maison renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, poetic design and artisanal savoir‑faire. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines a global retail presence with atelier-based production and a commitment to heritage, quality and meticulous attention to detail.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the procurement and supply teams in daily operational tasks, including creation and follow-up of purchase orders and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with suppliers, ateliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely receipt of materials and components.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with stock reconciliation and replenishment planning.
• Prepare and maintain procurement documentation, supplier files and compliance records.
• Compile and analyse procurement data to produce regular reports and KPI dashboards for the team.
• Assist in supplier onboarding, quality control follow-up and resolution of delivery or quality non‑conformities.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and the standardisation of purchasing workflows.
• Provide administrative support to projects and ad hoc sourcing activities as required.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s programme in supply chain, procurement, logistics, business administration or a related discipline.
• Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail and high accuracy in data handling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; professional written and verbal correspondence with suppliers and internal teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to prepare clear reports and interpret basic procurement KPIs.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and to work within established purchasing procedures.
• Proactive, service-oriented attitude and capacity to prioritise tasks in a fast‑paced luxury retail/manufacturing environment.

Skills

Experience

No extensive professional experience required; previous internship or practical coursework in procurement, sourcing or supply chain is advantageous. Demonstrable exposure to purchasing processes or inventory systems will be considered a plus.

Education

Enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration or a related field.

Culture

The maison fosters a culture of craftsmanship, artistic excellence and rigorous quality standards. Teams operate in a collaborative, atelier-to-boutique environment, offering exposure to both creative and operational facets of luxury jewellery within the Richemont group.