Guerlain Merchandising Buyer and Developer

Paris • France

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Guerlain, a distinguished house under the LVMH conglomerate, has been a beacon of luxury and innovation since 1828. Renowned for its audacious fragrances and beauty products, Guerlain is committed to maintaining its status as a leader in high perfumery and cosmetics. As part of LVMH, employees benefit from being part of a global leader in luxury goods, offering unparalleled opportunities for growth and development.

1. Develop and procure merchandising references from marketing brief to product delivery, adhering to Guerlain's purchasing policy and LVMH's strategy.
2. Participate in briefs, analyze merchandising requests, and propose materials and finishes for Visual Merchandising and Chainstore projects.
3. Conduct feasibility studies for new projects in collaboration with merchandising and suppliers.
4. Initiate tenders, analyze quotations, and propose technical solutions integrating 'Design to Value' and 'Eco-design' principles.
5. Oversee the entire purchasing process including need analysis, sourcing, tender management, negotiation, and supplier evaluation.
6. Maintain strategic partner relationships, ensuring regular performance reviews and fostering innovative collaborations.
7. Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with Guerlain's quality, ethical, and environmental standards.
8. Manage technical development of pieces, validate plans, and initiate production.
9. Monitor project timelines and ensure adherence to delivery schedules.
10. Anticipate risks and manage alerts within the project team.
11. Ensure contract execution, adherence to pricing conditions, quality assurance, and budget management.

1. Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing/development, including internships and apprenticeships.
2. Technical education at Bac+5 level, such as an engineering school.

1. Proficiency in French and English.
2. Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
3. Dynamic, reactive, with strong analytical and synthesis capabilities.
4. Proficiency in office software.
5. Interest in AI for optimizing purchasing and development processes.

Minimum of 3 years in purchasing/development, including internships and apprenticeships, with demonstrated negotiation and supplier management skills.

Technical education at Bac+5 level, such as an engineering school.

Opportunity to develop skills in merchandising development and purchasing within a structured, international environment with significant autonomy.

Guerlain fosters a culture of innovation and excellence, encouraging employees to take on responsibilities and work autonomously within a structured and international setting. The company values dynamism, adaptability, and a proactive approach to challenges.