Hermès Leather Materials Development Intern

Paris • France

Friday, January 3, 2025

Hermès, a prestigious French luxury brand established in 1837, is renowned for its commitment to craftsmanship and quality. As a family-owned and independent entity, Hermès employs nearly 20,000 individuals globally. The company fosters a culture of entrepreneurship and responsibility, promoting autonomy and freedom among its workforce. Hermès is dedicated to preserving exceptional craftsmanship through strong territorial roots, respecting both people and nature, which are sources of its exquisite materials. With fifteen artisanal métiers, Hermès' creativity shines through collections available in over 300 stores worldwide.

1. Assist the development manager in projects involving new transformed and natural materials.
2. Ensure adherence to development timelines from sourcing to production, organizing key meetings and follow-ups.
3. Initiate material trials in IT systems, including style creation and SKU management in PLM, and order processing in ERP.
4. Maintain and update the budget for material development projects.
5. Create presentation materials for specific themes or projects, and synthesize information by collection.
6. Document all material trials, including photography, dossier creation, and qualitative/aesthetic feedback transcription.
7. Update the supplier database with new information and contacts.
8. Conduct market research to map existing expertise and identify key players in the industry.
9. Establish contact with new partners and manage their system registration, including contracts and supplier profiles.
10. Develop and update the schedule for trade shows and create summary sheets for targeted topics under surveillance, such as natural materials.
11. Collect and categorize data on completed projects, defining performance indicators for development and distribution.
12. Propose strategic analysis and recommendations based on data insights.
13. Conduct inventory management for the materials stock, including counting products, managing records in ERP, and resolving discrepancies.

1. Currently enrolled in a Master's program (Bac +5) in Engineering, Business, Design, or at IFM.
2. Strong interest in high-quality objects and materials.
3. Recognized for seriousness, autonomy, organizational skills, and interpersonal abilities.
4. Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

1. Strong organizational and analytical skills.
2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Proficiency in data analysis and strategic thinking.
4. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

No specific professional experience required, but a background in luxury fashion or material development is advantageous.

Currently pursuing a Master's degree in a relevant field.

Opportunity to work within a prestigious luxury brand, gaining hands-on experience in material development and exposure to the luxury fashion industry.

Hermès is committed to ethical practices, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a human-centric work environment. The company values creativity, responsibility, and the transmission of exceptional craftsmanship.