Celine Purchasing Assistant, Materials and Components

About Celine

Founded in Paris in 1945 by Céline Vipiana, Celine is a storied French luxury house renowned for its modernist elegance, exacting craftsmanship, and quietly powerful vision of contemporary style. As part of LVMH, the Maison offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a global brand while remaining rooted in Parisian heritage, artisanal excellence, and creative discipline. Celine seeks individuals who combine cultural sensitivity, precision, and entrepreneurial spirit across design, merchandising, retail, operations, and corporate functions. The house fosters an environment where talent is expected to uphold exceptional standards, shape refined client experiences, and participate in the continuing evolution of a distinctive luxury identity.

Role & Responsibilities

• Track and monitor inventory of materials and components at manufacturing partners and the warehouse facility in Italy
• Transmit inventory requests and coordinate communications with multiple supply partners
• Manage inventory returns, process updates in the ERP system (ORLIWEB), and reconcile records
• Maintain and update the materials and components reference library, including master binders prepared for finished product manufacturers
• Collect updated master documentation weekly from the Materials Development team and refresh records according to seasonal offering evolution
• Manage and update fabric books, support materials, and internal working documents
• Process and analyse warranty claims in the CCARE tool, verify stock levels, place component orders for shortfalls, and track shipments by region
• Provide operational support for the launch of materials and components procurement for pilot production runs in collaboration with production managers
• Update confirmed order prices in the PLM system (CELINK)
• Verify and validate raw materials invoices
• Organize and archive fabric collections at the end of each season

Qualifications

• Engineering or business school degree, or equivalent qualification
• Demonstrable organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Fluent English; Italian language skills are a plus
• Strong adaptability and ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams

Skills

Experience

A previous internship or apprenticeship in procurement or purchasing is appreciated but not required.

Education

Engineering degree or business school qualification, or equivalent.

Workplace

Culture

Celine cultivates a refined, exacting workplace where creativity, discipline, and a deep respect for Parisian elegance shape every decision. As an employer, it values craftsmanship, cultural awareness, and strong individual ownership, offering teams an environment that is both demanding and inspiring within the world of luxury fashion.

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