Chanel Category Management Intern
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is a privately held, global luxury maison known for couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, fragrance and beauty. The house emphasizes exceptional craftsmanship, creative leadership and discretion, offering an international, highly curated retail and corporate environment for employees.
Chanel Category Management Intern in Dubai, UAE – 6-month internship supporting fragrance and beauty category strategy and commercial operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist in analyzing market trends, sales data, and competitor activity to support category strategy decisions
- Contribute to the preparation of business reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
- Support the coordination of product launches and promotional activities in boutiques and with retail partners
- Monitor stock levels, assortment, and product performance to maximize category growth
- Conduct regular market visits and gather feedback to identify opportunities and challenges
- Assist in maintaining accurate product and pricing information across channels
- Collaborate with the Marketing, Visual Merchandising, and Training teams to ensure strong execution of category initiatives
- Support the Category Manager in daily operations, project coordination, and administrative tasks
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field
- Previous experience or coursework in category management or retail is an advantage
- Analytical mindset with a passion for understanding market trends and consumer behavior
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail
- Effective communication skills and a collaborative spirit
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint); knowledge of Power BI or other analytics tools is a plus
- Adaptability, creativity, and a proactive approach to challenges
- Genuine enthusiasm for luxury beauty and fragrance
Skills
Experience
Previous experience or coursework in category management, retail operations, or luxury goods is advantageous. Entry-level professionals or recent graduates with a strong analytical foundation and demonstrated passion for the luxury beauty and fragrance sector are encouraged to apply.
Education
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Dubai, Dubai, UAE.
Culture
Chanel cultivates a culture of artisanal excellence, creative rigour and understated refinement. Teams operate in a highly collaborative, international environment where attention to detail, discretion and a client‑centric mindset are paramount.
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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