Retail Merchandising Intern
Join Saint Laurent in Paris as a Retail Merchandising Intern. Gain experience in a leading luxury fashion house within the Kering Group. Fluent English and French required.
Overview
Saint Laurent, a prestigious fashion house founded in 1961, is renowned for pioneering luxury ready-to-wear with its iconic "Rive Gauche" collection. As part of the Kering Group since 1999, Saint Laurent continues to lead the luxury fashion industry under the creative direction of Anthony Vaccarello. The brand offers a diverse range of products including women's and men's ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties, and eyewear.
Role & Responsibilities
- Generate sales reports for the Retail Merchandising team.
- 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.
- Support the team during showroom periods with order preparation, purchase tracking, and creation of summary tables by region and product category.
- Update presentation materials including product offerings and purchase debriefs.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in the 4th or 5th year of a business, fashion, or equivalent university program.
- Fluency in both English and French is mandatory.
- Proficiency in Excel (including VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and PowerPoint is essential.
- Strong analytical skills, numerical aptitude, organizational acumen, and interpersonal skills are crucial.
- Previous experience in merchandising or a related field is required.
Skills
Experience
Previous experience in merchandising or a related role is required.
Education
Currently pursuing a degree in business, fashion, or a related field.
Benefits
The internship offers the opportunity to work within a leading luxury fashion house, providing exposure to a dynamic and innovative environment with potential for professional growth.
Culture
Saint Laurent embodies a modern luxury ethos, blending contemporary cultural influences with a rich heritage. The company values diversity in all its forms, fostering an inclusive environment where individual and collective talents are celebrated. As part of the Kering Group, Saint Laurent offers numerous professional opportunities within an international luxury conglomerate.