Balenciaga Demand Planning Intern
Join Balenciaga in Paris as a Demand Planning Intern. Support the operations team in optimizing product availability and managing stock levels. Ideal for final-year students with supply chain experience.
Overview
Balenciaga, a prestigious brand under the Kering Group, is renowned for its innovative approach to fashion, continuously redefining modern couture since its inception by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917. As part of Kering, a global leader in luxury, Balenciaga offers a dynamic environment that fosters creativity and professional growth, encouraging employees to reach their full potential within a supportive and inclusive culture.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and adjust sales forecasts in collaboration with the Merchandising team.
- Monitor discrepancies in sales forecasts versus initial assumptions.
- Provide top-line analysis of stock and forecast for the product category and submit recommendations.
- Maintain key planning parameters, including production lead time, tool stock, and safety stock.
- Suggest and adjust reorder needs based on actual sales and future forecasts.
- Alert stakeholders on stock shortages and identify overstock risks at the global warehouse.
- Update and provide regular reporting, including weekly sales reports and monthly S&OP materials.
Qualifications
- Final year student with prior experience in supply chain, particularly in planning within a fast-growing industry.
- Fluency in English and French.
- International experience is required.
Skills
Experience
Prior experience in supply chain planning, preferably in a fast-paced industry, is advantageous. International exposure is required.
Education
Final year student in a relevant field.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.323 open roles in Paris, including 64 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.740 active listings on Cerulean, 97 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.294 open positions, with 122 posted this week.
Benefits
Balenciaga offers a stimulating and fulfilling work environment with opportunities for professional development within the House and the Kering Group.
Culture
Balenciaga is committed to diversity and inclusion, believing that a diverse workforce enriches the workplace and enhances the client experience. The company supports employees in expressing their full potential and encourages high-performance teams that strive for excellence.
About Cerulean
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