Maison Margiela Retail and Wholesale Assistant

Maison Margiela, a renowned Paris-based fashion house established in 1988 by Belgian designer Martin Margiela, is celebrated for its avant-garde approach to fashion, emphasizing artistic expression over conventional norms. As part of the OTB Group since 2002, Maison Margiela continues to innovate within the luxury fashion sector, offering haute couture, ready-to-wear collections, and a diverse range of accessories, while maintaining its distinctive identity and heritage.

1. Assist in organizing sales campaigns, including sending invitations, scheduling client appointments, managing agendas, and sharing collection assets.
2. Support the sales team by preparing materials and providing logistical assistance.
3. Conduct market research, analyze potential opportunities, map distribution channels, and monitor competitive activity.
4. Aid in organizing market visits, drafting travel reports, and preparing training documents.
5. Contribute to monthly performance reporting for key partners, including sell-out tracking and stock analysis.
6. Prepare client communications, including RRP, asset distribution, and visual merchandising guidelines.
7. Support press requests by handling sample requests and dispatching samples.
8. Manage merchandise exchanges and returns, process requests and reorders, and provide back-office support using systems like Stealth operations and PowerBI.
9. Support retail network animation by assisting commercial teams in executing buying, training, visual merchandising, and operational strategies.
10. Analyze retail performance through weekly and monthly KPI tracking and reporting to commercial management.
11. Prepare monthly sales targets based on performance trends, seasonality, and strategic objectives.
12. Supervise retail stock management, including inventory oversight, coordination of deliveries and returns, and stock level monitoring to optimize product availability.
13. Conduct regular store visits to audit adherence to 'Golden Rules' and ensure qualitative feedback from the field.

1. Mandatory 6-month internship agreement, starting in March 2026.
2. Currently enrolled in a business school or university program in economics or management.

1. Strong numerical aptitude and analytical skills.
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
3. Affinity for fashion and the luxury sector.
4. Fluency in English and Italian; proficiency in French is advantageous.

No prior professional experience required, but a strong interest in fashion and luxury retail is essential.

Currently pursuing a degree in business, economics, or a related field.

Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a leading luxury fashion house, working closely with industry professionals.

Maison Margiela fosters a culture of innovation and creativity, encouraging employees to challenge conventions and explore new ideas within the luxury fashion industry. The company values diversity, artistic expression, and a commitment to excellence.