Balenciaga Retail Buying Intern

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses of sales and stock.
• Monitor deliveries, receipts and returns.
• Manage replenishment and optimize product availability.
• Provide operational support to teams across different points of sale.
• Share product information, commercial priorities and retail guidelines.
• Support the Buying Team before and during the showroom.
• Share field feedback, market analyses and recommendations.
• Contribute to product assortment development.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree or taking a gap year, ideally at a business school specializing in Finance or Consulting, or at a fashion school.
• Significant prior internship experience in buying, finance or consulting; experience in fashion or luxury is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data and formulate relevant recommendations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Rigorous, autonomous and adaptable, with strong analytical abilities.
• Strong service orientation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills.
• Fluent in English; Italian is a plus.

Skills

Experience

Significant prior internship experience in buying, finance or consulting.

Education

Currently pursuing a Master’s degree or taking a gap year; ideally at a business school specializing in Finance or Consulting, or at a fashion school.

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.

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