Chanel Assistant Product Merchandiser – Leather Goods

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Employment
Internship
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Intern
Posted
Jul 6, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is one of the world’s most revered luxury houses, founded by Gabrielle Chanel and distinguished by an enduring vision of elegance, freedom, and modernity. As an employer, the House brings together métiers ranging from haute couture, fashion and leather goods to fragrance, beauty, watches, and fine jewelry, offering employees the opportunity to contribute to a legacy defined by exceptional craftsmanship and creative audacity. Chanel values excellence, discretion, collaboration, and long-term development, fostering an environment where talent is nurtured and heritage is continually reinterpreted for contemporary clients. Its teams are united by a commitment to quality, innovation, and the timeless spirit of the brand.

Chanel internship: Assistant Product Merchandiser, Leather Goods, Paris. 6-month program starting January 2027.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Assist the Product Merchandiser in managing performance metrics (sales, inventory levels, sell-through rates, stock months of cover) across European boutique networks
  • Develop presentations for stakeholder audiences including boutique teams, European leadership, and executive management
  • Conduct ad-hoc analyses aligned with business priorities and operational developments
  • Define and implement action plans to optimize sales performance, including stock transfers and inventory diversification
  • Prepare and monitor collection purchasing across European boutiques during showroom sessions, including development of purchasing tools and purchase tracking

Qualifications

  • Fluency in written and spoken English required to communicate with European markets
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint) for performance analysis and presentations
  • Demonstrated rigor and autonomy in project execution
  • Authentic sensitivity to product aesthetics and fashion collections
  • Strong analytical mindset with quantitative orientation
  • Excellent adaptability and problem-solving capability
  • Natural curiosity and resourcefulness in identifying commercial solutions
  • Power BI experience preferred

Skills

Excel PowerPoint Power BI Data analysis Performance reporting Microsoft Office suite

Workplace

This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of timeless creativity, exacting craftsmanship, and quiet excellence, where employees are encouraged to uphold the house’s heritage while contributing to its continued innovation. The workplace environment is refined, collaborative, and deeply committed to quality, offering professionals the opportunity to grow within a globally respected maison that values discretion, artistry, and long-term vision.

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.

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