LVMH Apprenticeship in Indirect Sustainable Purchasing

Paris • France

Thursday, April 3, 2025

LVMH, the preeminent global leader in luxury goods, encompasses over 75 distinguished Maisons, each renowned for crafting superior quality products. As a unique entity, LVMH operates across five pivotal sectors: Wines & Spirits, Fashion & Leather Goods, Perfumes & Cosmetics, Watches & Jewelry, and Selective Retailing. With a workforce exceeding 215,000 individuals worldwide, the group reported a revenue of €84.7 billion in 2024.

1. Implement the Sustainable Purchasing Strategy by engaging internal stakeholders and key suppliers in sustainability initiatives.
2. Conduct risk mapping for indirect categories in collaboration with category managers and stakeholders from various Maisons.
3. Support the group's Purchasing and Environment departments in supplier programs aligned with the sustainable roadmap.
4. Assist LVMH Sourcing team members in monitoring sustainability KPIs for their supplier portfolios.
5. Participate in the rollout of the Green Energy Purchasing Strategy and manage contracts with counterparts across markets.
6. Engage in industry events organized by key suppliers and contribute to the Energy Coordination Team's activities.
7. Prepare and conduct internal meetings to facilitate participation in relevant purchasing training programs.
8. Update training program tools to ensure availability of top-tier materials, including those focused on sustainable sourcing.
9. Report on training performance and update related tools.
10. Contribute to ad-hoc initiatives such as drafting reporting tools and developing purchasing policies.
11. Organize events for the LVMH Purchasing Academy and sustainability initiatives.
12. Maintain close collaboration with sourcing teams in Paris, Shanghai, Tokyo, and the USA.

1. Master’s degree in Engineering or Business, with a specialization in Purchasing and/or Sustainability preferred.
2. Fluent in English and French; proficiency in Italian is advantageous.

1. Excellent communication skills, sociable and attentive.
2. Entrepreneurial drive with the ability to take initiative and work independently.
3. Strong organizational skills with the capacity to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
4. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with Power BI.
5. Detail-oriented and reliable, with strong numerical and database skills.

Entry-level position suitable for recent graduates or those with limited professional experience.

Master’s degree in Engineering or Business.

The position offers meal vouchers, a 50% discount on public transportation, discounted gym rates, free electric bikes, and an induction seminar.

LVMH fosters an inclusive and dynamic work environment, recognizing and recruiting diverse talent. The company is committed to sustainability and innovation, providing employees with opportunities to engage in meaningful projects across various sectors.