Chanel Junior Packaging Developer & Buyer (Events) — Apprenticeship

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Location
Neuilly‑sur‑SeineÎle-de-FranceFrance
Employment
Internship
Seniority
Junior
Posted
Apr 1, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is an independent French maison of luxury renowned for haute couture, ready‑to‑wear, accessories and a celebrated Perfumes & Beauty division. The company is distinguished by meticulous craftsmanship, brand heritage and global retail presence; as an employer it emphasizes creativity, discretion and high standards across design, production and client experience.

Chanel in Neuilly‑sur‑Seine seeks a Junior Packaging Developer & Buyer (Events) apprenticeship for Parfums & Beauté—work‑study role in packaging sourcing and development.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support end‑to‑end packaging development for events and promotional activations within the Parfums & Beauté division, from brief to launch.
  • Translate creative briefs into technical specifications, dielines and packaging artwork for prototypes and production.
  • Coordinate sourcing and procurement activities for event packaging components, including supplier selection, quotation requests and purchasing follow‑up.
  • Manage sample cycles: arrange prototypes, assess manufacturability and quality, record feedback and drive corrective actions.
  • Monitor costs, lead times and inventory commitments for event‑specific runs, and escalate schedule or budget risks to stakeholders.
  • Liaise with internal partners (marketing, events, production, legal, sustainability) to ensure brand, regulatory and sustainability standards are met.
  • Maintain project documentation, supplier records and packaging specifications in line with internal processes.

Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a recognized work‑study/apprenticeship program in packaging engineering, materials science, industrial design, supply chain/procurement or a related field.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple event timelines and tight deadlines.
  • Keen attention to detail with sound understanding of packaging materials, basic production processes and quality criteria.
  • Commercial awareness and basic costing skills; ability to compare supplier quotes and support negotiation.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with creative teams and external suppliers.

Skills

Packaging development Procurement and supplier management Sample coordination and prototyping Costing and budget monitoring Project coordination for events Quality control and specification writing Cross‑functional collaboration MS Office (Excel) for tracking and reporting

Experience

Suitable for a student seeking an alternance/apprenticeship placement; prior internships, project work or coursework in packaging, sourcing or materials is an advantage but not mandatory.

Education

Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s programme in packaging engineering, materials science, industrial design, supply chain/procurement, luxury management or a closely related discipline.

Workplace

This position is based in Neuilly‑sur‑Seine, Île-de-France, France, within easy reach of Paris.

Culture

Chanel cultivates an environment where craft, creativity and exacting standards converge; teams operate with discretion and a collaborative ethos while upholding the maison’s aesthetic and quality benchmarks. The Perfumes & Beauty division balances artisanal attention with structured product and event operations.

About Cerulean

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