Chanel Business Analyst (Alternance, Fashion)
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- Mar 12, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an independent French luxury house renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories and beauty. As an employer, the brand combines traditional craftsmanship with rigorous commercial and creative disciplines; teams operate in a global, highly collaborative environment that balances artisanal standards with data-driven decision-making.
Chanel — Paris: Alternance Business Analyst (Fashion) starting Sept 2026, work‑study role supporting commercial performance and reporting.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the Fashion division’s commercial performance monitoring through regular analysis of sales, sell-through, inventory and margin KPIs.
- Design, build and maintain management dashboards and automated reports using Excel and modern BI tools to inform Merchandising, Wholesale, Retail and Finance stakeholders.
- Deliver ad-hoc analyses to answer commercial questions (price elasticity, SKU performance, seasonality, channel mix) and translate results into clear recommendations.
- Contribute to demand and inventory forecasting processes by consolidating inputs and validating assumptions with cross‑functional teams.
- Standardize reporting routines and automate recurring data flows to improve efficiency and data quality.
- Prepare clear slide decks and present findings to business partners; ensure follow-through on analytical recommendations.
- Collaborate with IT and data teams to validate data sources, resolve discrepancies and improve governance of commercial datasets.
- Participate in projects to refine KPIs, implement new reporting metrics and support pilot initiatives across channels.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Business Analytics, Finance, Economics, Data Science, Management or a related discipline (alternance/work‑study eligible).
- Demonstrated analytical aptitude with a structured, data-driven approach to problem solving.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, modeling) and strong presentation skills in PowerPoint.
- Practical experience with at least one BI or data visualization tool (e.g., Power BI or Tableau) and familiarity with SQL for data extraction.
- Capacity to manage competing priorities, work autonomously and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Availability to start the alternance in September 2026 and commit to the work‑study schedule required by the academic program.
Skills
Experience
Previous internships or practical project work in retail, fashion, merchandising, commercial analytics or consulting are advantageous; no extensive professional experience required given the work‑study nature of the role.
Education
Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Business Analytics, Finance, Economics, Data Science, Management or a related field (alternance/work‑study eligible).
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Chanel blends rigorous commercial discipline with a deep respect for craftsmanship and creative excellence. Teams operate in a high-expectation, collaborative environment where attention to detail, discretion and a passion for luxury goods are highly valued.
About Cerulean
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