Cartier Finished Goods Planner (Apprenticeship)
Cartier — Paris: Finished Goods Planner (Alternance). Apprenticeship in supply chain and inventory planning for a leading luxury maison.
Overview
Cartier is a globally renowned maison of high jewellery and watchmaking, recognised for exceptional craftsmanship, rigorous quality standards and timeless design. As part of the Richemont group, Cartier combines heritage savoir‑faire with international reach and a commitment to talent development across retail, ateliers and corporate functions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the finished‑goods planning process: assist with demand translation into supply plans, replenishment and inventory optimisation for boutiques and wholesale channels.
- Maintain and update planning tools and master data (stock positions, SKU attributes, safety stock levels) to ensure accuracy of forecasts and orders.
- Prepare and analyse regular reports and KPIs (stock turn, coverage, ageing) to identify risks and propose corrective actions.
- Coordinate order follow‑up and delivery schedules with production, logistics and retail teams; escalate critical issues to planners and managers.
- Contribute to cross‑functional projects and continuous‑improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes and system usage.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s programme in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business or a related discipline (alternance/apprenticeship track).
- Strong analytical aptitude with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy when handling numerical data.
- Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
- Effective communicator and team player, comfortable liaising with operational and commercial stakeholders.
- Willingness to learn ERP systems and standard planning methods; commercial awareness of retail supply constraints is an asset.
Skills
Experience
No specific professional experience required; previous internships or part‑time roles in supply chain, logistics or retail planning are advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
Enrolment in a recognised higher‑education programme (Bachelor's or Master's) in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business or equivalent, within an alternance/apprenticeship framework.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France. Cerulean lists 3.316 open roles in Paris, including 67 posted recently. The broader Île-de-France area accounts for 3.727 active listings on Cerulean, 101 of which are new. In France as a whole, Cerulean currently features 4.275 open positions, with 127 posted this week.
Culture
Cartier fosters a culture of craftsmanship, discretion and excellence where attention to detail and respect for heritage are paramount. The workplace is collaborative and international, offering apprentices exposure to cross‑disciplinary teams and career development opportunities within the Richemont group.
About Cerulean
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