Galeries Lafayette Supply Chain Intern (Watchmaking)

A prestige luxury watchmaking house operating within the haute horlogerie sector, typically integrated in the portfolio of a major luxury group. The employer prizes artisanal craft, technical exactitude and a global distribution footprint, combining atelier-based manufacturing with structured industrial processes.

1. Support purchase order creation, follow-up and closure across watch components and materials.
2. Manage supplier communications and escalate delivery or quality issues to the Supply Chain Manager.
3. Maintain and reconcile inventory records; assist in stock counts and material traceability.
4. Enter and update transactional data in the ERP; ensure data integrity for procurement and production planning.
5. Prepare weekly reports and KPI dashboards on delivery performance, stock levels and open orders.
6. Coordinate cross-functionally with production, quality and planning teams to prioritize component supply.
7. Participate in supplier evaluation and onboarding activities, including documentation collection.
8. Contribute to small continuous-improvement initiatives to streamline ordering and logistics processes.

1. Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
2. Strong analytical aptitude with demonstrated proficiency in data handling and reporting.
3. Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail appropriate for haute horlogerie standards.
4. Ability to communicate clearly with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
5. Professional maturity and discretion when handling supplier and production information.

1. Purchase order management
2. Inventory control and stock reconciliation
3. ERP systems (experience with SAP advantageous)
4. Microsoft Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, v-lookups)
5. Supplier relationship management
6. Cross-functional coordination and reporting
7. Problem-solving and continuous-improvement mindset

Previous internship or coursework experience in procurement, inventory or logistics is advantageous but not mandatory; demonstrable analytical or administrative experience in a commercial or manufacturing environment is desirable.

Enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate degree programme (Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Business, Industrial Engineering or equivalent).

The watchmaking workplace balances artisanal craft with rigorous industrial standards; teams work closely across ateliers, quality and planning functions. The environment values precision, discretion and continuous learning, offering exposure to both traditional horological techniques and modern supply-chain practices.