Yves Saint Laurent Product Development Intern - Denim

Paris • France

Monday, December 9, 2024

Saint Laurent, a distinguished house within the luxury fashion industry, was established in 1961 and is renowned for pioneering the concept of luxury ready-to-wear with its 'Rive Gauche' line in 1966. This innovation marked a pivotal moment in fashion history, modernizing the industry and reshaping cultural norms. Since 1999, Saint Laurent has been part of the Kering Group's luxury division, which has further elevated its status under the creative leadership of Anthony Vaccarello since 2016. The brand continues to lead in luxury fashion, offering a wide range of collections including women's and men's ready-to-wear, shoes, bags, small leather goods, jewelry, scarves, ties, and eyewear.

1. Assist in the monitoring of product launches, including the reception and inspection of samples and management of measurement sheets.
2. Manage, dispatch, and develop supplies.
3. Develop bill of materials sheets.
4. Support VIP and press project tracking.
5. Update the material book and dispatch fabric swatches.
6. Facilitate communication between the studio, factories, production, and merchandising.
7. Update various communication and collection tracking tools (PLM).
8. Provide administrative and logistical support, including supplier follow-ups and invoicing.

1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.
2. Product sensitivity and essential technical knowledge.
3. Previous experience in the luxury or fashion sector is required.
4. Fluency in English is mandatory; proficiency in Italian is advantageous.
5. Strong interpersonal skills, rigor, organizational ability, dynamism, and availability.

1. Microsoft Office proficiency
2. Product development knowledge
3. Technical understanding of fashion
4. Strong communication skills
5. Organizational skills

A minimum of one prior experience in the luxury or fashion industry is required.

Opportunity to work with a leading luxury fashion brand and gain valuable industry experience.

Saint Laurent fosters a diverse workforce, believing that diversity in all its forms—gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation—enriches the workplace. This inclusivity allows individuals to express their talents both individually and collectively, enhancing the company's adaptability in a changing world. As an equal opportunity employer, Saint Laurent welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.