Bvlgari Strategic Purchasing Intern

About Bvlgari

Founded in Rome in 1884, Bvlgari is one of the world’s most distinctive luxury houses, celebrated for its bold Italian creativity, exceptional craftsmanship, and mastery of jewellery, watches, accessories, fragrances, and hospitality. As an employer, Bvlgari offers a refined, international environment where heritage and innovation meet, inviting talent to contribute to a culture of excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and client-centric elegance. The Maison values diverse expertise, from artisanal savoir-faire to retail leadership and corporate functions, and encourages professional growth within the wider LVMH ecosystem. Working at Bvlgari means joining a Roman-born brand with a global vision and an enduring passion for beauty.

Bulgari seeks a Strategic Purchasing Intern to support its Purchasing Manager in implementing purchasing and CSR initiatives at its Neuchâtel watchmaking entity. The six-month, full-time internship begins in February 2027 and is divided equally between indirect purchasing and CSR activities.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the Purchasing Manager and contribute to implementing the purchasing strategy.
• Propose alternatives to help reduce indirect purchasing OPEX costs (50% of the role).
• Participate in purchasing negotiations.
• Conduct one or two tenders on strategic topics.
• Collaborate with supply teams at the manufacture, providing appropriate information and support.
• Drive and support purchasing CSR initiatives (50% of the role).
• Map suppliers and provide relevant analysis.
• Collect and analyse purchasing data.
• Structure and formalise internal processes.
• Participate in meetings with the Rome headquarters and LVMH.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Master 2 qualification and due to graduate from a business or engineering school.
• Seeking a final-year internship to complete the course of study.
• French as a native language.
• Proficient in English; Italian is an advantage.
• Curious, dynamic, rigorous and proactive, with the ability to make proposals.
• Sensitive to the needs and constraints of other departments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and synergies.
• Interest in project management and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions with different stakeholders.

Skills

Experience

Entry-level

Education

Currently pursuing a Master 2 qualification and due to graduate from a business or engineering school.

Workplace

Benefits

Onboarding with team introductions and time for discussion and process familiarisation; a dedicated day for interns to discover Bulgari; personalised support; collaborative workplace atmosphere; complimentary coffee and hot drinks, cafeterias and terraces; more than two weeks of leave; access to B-Clubs including yoga, running, golf and music; nearby outdoor activities; international and multicultural work environment.

Culture

Bvlgari fosters a dynamic, multicultural workplace where Italian heritage, Roman creativity, and exceptional craftsmanship shape every aspect of the employee experience. The Maison encourages entrepreneurship, collaboration, and a passion for excellence, offering teams the opportunity to contribute to a bold luxury vision across jewelry, watches, fragrances, accessories, and hospitality.

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