Parfums Christian Dior Materials Purchasing Coordination Intern

Neuilly-sur-Seine • France

Sunday, February 9, 2025

LVMH, a global leader in luxury goods, encompasses a diverse portfolio of prestigious brands, including Parfums Christian Dior. Known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability, LVMH offers unparalleled career opportunities within its Parfums & Cosmétiques division, which includes renowned names such as Acqua di Parma, Benefit, Bulgari, Dior, Fresh, Givenchy, Guerlain, Kenzo, Kendo, Loewe, Make Up For Ever, Maison Francis Kurkdjian, Louis Vuitton Parfums, and Sephora Collection.

1. Assist Materials Purchasing Managers in executing their duties for LVMH P&C brands, focusing on glass, metal-plastic, and cardboard materials.
2. Actively participate in the preparation and organization of meetings with purchasing directors, buyers, and suppliers, ensuring the monthly consolidation of purchasing turnover figures with a critical perspective.
3. Update key supplier performance indicators monthly, including OTIF, Quality, and RFA.
4. Compile semi-annual cardboard tonnage consumption data.
5. Ensure effective administrative management for metal/plastic, glass, and cardboard materials, maintaining SAP supplier account harmonization.
6. Manage electronic distribution and signing of Codes of Conduct and confidentiality agreements with new suppliers, as well as commercial supplier contracts.
7. Contribute to maintaining an updated and dynamic Purchasing Portal (Concerto).
8. Support the implementation of responsible purchasing policies, including updating and evaluating supplier CSR assessments.
9. Assist in advancing annual social and environmental audit plans for the brands.
10. Aid in the execution of the Eco-design Packaging roadmap for the three materials.
11. Undertake specific or cross-functional purchasing missions, such as conducting benchmarks on certain purchasing segments and managing supplier risk by screening second-tier suppliers.

1. Background in Purchasing or Engineering with a focus on Purchasing, ideally complemented by a postgraduate degree in purchasing (final year of study).
2. Interest in practical and operational tasks.
3. Ability to work independently and take initiative.
4. Demonstrated rigor and methodical approach.
5. Purchasing acumen, including supplier interactions and negotiations.
6. Strong interpersonal skills.
7. Proficiency with numerical data and a critical eye for compiled information.
8. Ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive topics.
9. Proficient in written and spoken English.
10. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and pivot tables.
11. Knowledge of Outlook and SharePoint.

1. Autonomy
2. Initiative
3. Rigor and Methodology
4. Purchasing Sensitivity
5. Interpersonal Skills
6. Numerical Proficiency
7. Confidentiality
8. English Proficiency
9. Microsoft Office Proficiency
10. Outlook and SharePoint Knowledge

Entry-level position suitable for candidates at the beginning of their career.

Pursuing or completed a degree in Purchasing, Engineering, or a related field.

The position offers a hybrid working model, combining remote work with office presence in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France.

LVMH fosters a culture of innovation, excellence, and sustainability, encouraging employees to take initiative and contribute to the company's legacy of luxury and quality. The collaborative environment within the Parfums & Cosmétiques division supports professional growth and development.