- Location
- Paris Île-de-France France
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an independent French luxury house revered for its couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, accessories and beauty lines. Globally recognized for craftsmanship, timeless design and exacting retail standards, the maison operates a network of flagship boutiques and partnerships with leading department stores, offering disciplined training and career pathways within the luxury retail sector.
Integrated into the boutique management team within a demanding and fast-evolving environment, this role serves as the right hand to the Store Operations Manager. The successful candidate will support and participate in the oversight of all back-office and support functions including point-of-sale, inventory management, maintenance, customer service, and front-desk operations. The Assistant Store Operations Manager will contribute to optimizing boutique results and performance in alignment with the commercial strategy and brand image of the Maison.
Role & Responsibilities
- Monitor daily retail performance indicators including traffic, average transaction value, and monthly target attainment across product lines
- Analyze sales performance of individual boutique associates and merchandise performance
- Track product and collection performance metrics including sell-through rates, stock levels, best and slow-moving items, and merchandising placement
- Support the preparation and purchasing of new collections and monitor their sales performance
- Provide analytical support to all boutique managers (sales, visual merchandising, alterations) on specialized reporting for activity oversight
- Contribute to an exceptional employee experience through onboarding support, team briefing preparation, and day-to-day staff support
- Assist in organizing team briefings and information sessions on boutique activities
- Support the Store Operations Manager in general services management to maintain boutique image standards
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a business school, engineering school, or university program
- First experience of at least 6 months in analytical missions (management, finance, marketing) and/or boutique operations
- Strong interest in fashion and luxury goods
- Excellent numerical aptitude with versatility and dynamic approach
- Strong service orientation, attention to detail, and organizational capability
- Polished appearance and excellent interpersonal skills
- Advanced proficiency in Excel including VBA (a plus)
- Proficiency in PowerPoint
- Designated liaison with department store teams for cross-functional interactions
Skills
Experience
First experience of at least 6 months in analytical functions (management, finance, marketing) and/or boutique operations. Knowledge of luxury retail environments is advantageous.
Education
Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a business school, engineering school, or university program.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Benefits
Comprehensive onboarding program including Maison heritage and product training; retail knowledge development through exposure to multiple European regional services; access to a Young Talents community for professional networking.
Culture
Chanel cultivates a culture of excellence, craftsmanship and creative rigor, with high expectations for presentation and service. The workplace is fast-paced and collaborative, offering immersive exposure to luxury retail operations and opportunities for professional development within a heritage maison.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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