Chanel Product Merchandising Intern

Paris • France

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Chanel, a revered name in luxury fashion, is synonymous with elegance and innovation. As part of the prestigious Chanel family, employees are immersed in a culture that values creativity, diversity, and excellence. The brand is committed to fostering a collaborative environment where personal growth and collective progress are paramount. Chanel's affiliation with the luxury conglomerate ensures a dynamic and enriching workplace, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional development.

1. Assist Product Merchandising Managers in overseeing activities across European boutiques, ensuring regular reporting on key performance indicators such as sales, stock levels, sell-through rates, and months of stock coverage for Ready-to-Wear and Footwear categories.
2. Develop new performance tracking tools to enhance impact and efficiency.
3. Define action plans to optimize results, including stock transfers, stock optimization, and diversions.
4. Participate in the preparation and follow-up of collection purchases for European boutiques during Showrooms, aiding in assortment definition to meet strategic European objectives.
5. Gather qualitative feedback from markets and boutiques to understand the outcomes of quantitative analyses.
6. Contribute to the development of presentations for various audiences, including boutiques, European management, and general management.
7. Conduct ad hoc analyses based on business priorities and current activities.

1. Proficiency in English for communication with market stakeholders.
2. Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, for performance analysis and presentations.
3. Demonstrated rigor, autonomy, and proactivity.
4. Genuine sensitivity to products and collections.
5. Aptitude for numbers and analysis.
6. Resourcefulness and curiosity in problem-solving.
7. Familiarity with Power BI is advantageous.

1. Analytical skills for evaluating key performance indicators and deriving actionable insights.
2. Ability to work autonomously with Excel and PowerPoint.
3. Strong communication skills to engage with international teams and gather market feedback.
4. Problem-solving skills to develop new tools and optimize analyses.

Previous experience in a similar analytical or merchandising role within the fashion or luxury sector is preferred.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field.

The intern will develop analytical skills and critical thinking, gain product sensitivity, and acquire a comprehensive understanding of Chanel's fashion collections and retail business.

Chanel is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that promotes personal growth and collective progress. The company values the uniqueness of each individual, enhancing team diversity, complementarity, and efficiency. Chanel encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, appreciating the perspectives, experiences, and potential contributions each candidate can bring.