Balenciaga Merchandising Analyst – Leather Goods
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 8, 2026
About Balenciaga
Founded by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1917 and part of Kering, Balenciaga is one of fashion’s most influential houses, renowned for architectural cut, uncompromising craft, and a continual redefinition of modern luxury. As an employer, the House offers a demanding yet inspiring environment where heritage ateliers, bold creative vision, and global business expertise meet. Teams across design, product development, merchandising, retail, client engagement, communications, and corporate functions are encouraged to combine precision with experimentation, agility with excellence. Balenciaga seeks individuals who are culturally aware, rigorous, collaborative, and ready to contribute to a maison that shapes the conversation of contemporary fashion while respecting the discipline of couture.
Balenciaga seeks a Merchandising Analyst intern in Paris to support leather goods collection management and retail analytics.
Role & Responsibilities
- Update weekly sales reports and refresh store offering matrices
- Conduct analyses to guide purchasing decisions and evaluate network performance
- Execute varied qualitative and quantitative research studies
- Provide support for product launch initiatives
- Prepare showroom documentation including analysis, buyer feedback consolidation, and requirement assessment
- Monitor competitive landscape including product assortments, pricing positioning, and promotional strategies
- Participate in developing visual merchandising recommendations
Qualifications
- Final-year student seeking end-of-studies internship
- Demonstrated experience in an analytical role
- Strong sensitivity to fashion and luxury sectors
- Rigorous approach to quantitative data
- Organised with excellent analytical mindset
- Autonomous with strong initiative and positive interpersonal skills
- Fluent English proficiency
- Advanced Excel capability with proficiency across Microsoft Office suite
Skills
Experience
First significant experience in an analytical position preferred
Education
Final-year student at degree level or equivalent
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Balenciaga fosters a bold, forward-thinking workplace where creativity, experimentation, and cultural awareness drive the evolution of contemporary luxury. As an employer, the House encourages collaboration across disciplines, empowering teams to challenge convention while upholding exceptional standards of craftsmanship, precision, and brand integrity.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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