Yves Saint Laurent Junior Buyer

Paris • France

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Saint Laurent, a prestigious brand under the Kering Group, was established in 1961 and has been a trailblazer in the luxury fashion industry. Known for pioneering the luxury ready-to-wear concept with the 'Rive Gauche' line in 1966, the brand has continuously redefined the fashion landscape. Under the creative leadership of Anthony Vaccarello since 2016, Saint Laurent remains at the forefront of luxury fashion, offering a diverse range of collections including women's and men's ready-to-wear, shoes, bags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties, and eyewear.

1. Monitor and analyze weekly and monthly sales performance by store, product, and period.
2. Manage stock transfers, replenishments, and VIC requests.
3. Analyze key performance indicators such as best sellers, slow movers, and sell-through rates.
4. Serve as the primary liaison between headquarters and retail stores.
5. Develop operational support materials and communication tools for the retail network, including morning briefs, newsletters, and buying linesheets.
6. Analyze market feedback to adjust assortments and escalate alerts.
7. Collaborate with Visual Merchandising, Training, and CRM teams to enhance product positioning and customer engagement.
8. Participate in new store openings, focusing on assortment and operational support.
9. Prepare analytical tools ahead of showrooms to aid in buying strategy formulation.
10. Assist in constructing European assortments for seasonal buys, conducted four times annually.
11. Update collection tools and presentation materials.
12. Prepare training tools for sales teams on strategic priorities and key seasonal launches.

1. Master's degree in business, fashion, merchandising, or a related field.
2. Previous experience in merchandising, buying, or product analysis, preferably within the luxury or fashion sector.

1. Strong product sensitivity and a keen interest in fashion and luxury.
2. Excellent proficiency in Excel.
3. Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills.
4. Strong interpersonal skills and team spirit.
5. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with responsiveness.
6. Fluency in both English and French.

A successful initial experience in merchandising, buying, or product analysis, ideally in the luxury or fashion industry.

Master's degree in business, fashion, merchandising, or a related field.

Saint Laurent offers a dynamic work environment that values diversity in all its forms, providing opportunities for individual and collective talent expression and adaptation to a changing world.

Saint Laurent is committed to fostering a diverse workforce, believing that diversity in gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation enriches the workplace. This inclusive environment encourages the expression of talents and enhances the company's adaptability in a rapidly evolving world.