Chanel Packaging Buyer – Makeup (Alternance / Apprenticeship)

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Location
Neuilly-sur-SeineÎle-de-FranceFrance
Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Posted
Mar 19, 2026

About Chanel

Chanel is an independent global maison renowned for craftsmanship across fashion, leather goods, fragrance and beauty. The Parfums Beauté division blends couture sensibility with scientific and industrial expertise to create luxury cosmetic and fragrance products, offering a workplace that values creativity, exacting standards and discretion.

Chanel in Neuilly-sur-Seine seeks an Alternance Packaging Buyer (Makeup) for Parfums Beauté, starting Sept 2026 — apprenticeship in procurement and packaging.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the Packaging Buyer for makeup in sourcing and managing packaging suppliers across concept, sampling and industrialization phases.
  • Draft and maintain packaging specifications, technical datasheets and artwork requirements in collaboration with Design and R&D.
  • Assist with cost analysis, price breakdowns and supplier quotations to support negotiation and budget control.
  • Coordinate sample validation, quality inspections and follow-up on corrective actions with suppliers and Quality teams.
  • Monitor project timelines and deliverables; update procurement trackers and participate in cross‑functional project meetings (R&D, Production, Quality, Legal).
  • Contribute to supplier qualification, onboarding and performance monitoring, including sustainability and regulatory compliance checks.
  • Prepare purchase orders and support transactional activities within the procurement system.
  • Produce clear reports and presentation materials for stakeholders, summarizing status, risks and decisions.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s/master’s program in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, Supply Chain, Procurement or a related discipline (alternance/apprenticeship eligible).
  • Strong interest in cosmetics packaging, materials and luxury product quality standards.
  • Analytical mindset with capacity for cost breakdowns, technical specification and problem solving.
  • Organized, proactive and able to coordinate multiple stakeholders and deadlines.
  • Professional command of French; good working knowledge of English for cross‑border supplier interactions.
  • Prior internship or academic project experience in procurement, packaging or supplier coordination is a plus.

Skills

Packaging specifications and materials (paperboard, plastic, glass) Supplier sourcing and qualification Cost analysis and price breakdowns Negotiation support Sustainability and eco‑design principles for packaging Quality control and sample validation procedures Project coordination and timeline management MS Excel PowerPoint SAP

Experience

Previous internship experience (6–12 months) or relevant academic projects in packaging, procurement or supplier coordination preferred; demonstrated exposure to cosmetics or consumer‑packaged goods is an advantage.

Education

Enrolled in a tertiary programme (Bachelor’s or Master’s level) in Packaging, Materials, Supply Chain, Procurement or equivalent — alternance/apprenticeship status required.

Workplace

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

Culture

Chanel fosters a culture of meticulous craftsmanship, creativity and discretion. Teams in Parfums Beauté operate at the intersection of luxury design and technical excellence, encouraging cross‑disciplinary collaboration and high standards of quality.

About Cerulean

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