Retail Merchandising Intern
Saint Laurent in Paris is seeking a Retail Merchandising Intern for the Rive Droite and Lifestyle categories. Join a leading luxury fashion house and contribute to its dynamic team.
Overview
Saint Laurent, a distinguished name in the luxury fashion industry, was founded in 1961 and became a pioneer in introducing luxury ready-to-wear with its iconic 'Rive Gauche' collection in 1966. As part of the Kering Group since 1999, Saint Laurent continues to lead in the luxury sector under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello. The brand offers a wide range of products including women's and men's ready-to-wear, footwear, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties, and eyewear.
Role & Responsibilities
- Compile and analyze sales reports.
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative performance analyses of collections.
- Assist in sales forecasting, stock rebalancing, and target stock reviews.
- Perform end-of-season analyses, including seasonal sales summaries and top-selling items by category and price range.
- Support the team during showroom periods, including order preparation, purchase tracking, and creating summary tables by region and product category.
- Update presentation materials related to product offerings and purchase debriefings.
Qualifications
- Enrollment in the 4th or 5th year of a business or fashion school, or equivalent university program.
- Fluency in both English and French.
- Proficiency in Excel (including VLOOKUP and pivot tables) and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical skills and affinity for numbers.
- Excellent organizational skills and interpersonal communication.
- Previous experience in merchandising or a similar field.
Skills
Experience
Previous experience in merchandising or a similar field is required.
Education
Currently pursuing a degree in business, fashion, or a related field.
Benefits
Opportunity to work with a leading luxury fashion house and gain valuable industry experience.
Culture
Saint Laurent fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, valuing diversity in gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation. The company encourages individual and collective talent expression, enhancing adaptability in a constantly evolving world.