Chanel Store Planning Management Controller (Internship)

Chanel is a leading independent French luxury house renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories and beauty. As a privately held maison with global operations, the brand maintains a strong emphasis on craftsmanship, creative excellence and discreet, high-touch client service. The finance organization supports strategic retail growth across international markets and partners closely with merchandising, store operations and planning teams.

1. Support the Store Planning Europe management control team in monthly reporting and consolidation of store planning financials across European markets.
2. Prepare variance analysis, explain drivers against budgets and forecasts, and produce actionable insights on store network performance.
3. Assist in the preparation of budgets, rolling forecasts and financial scenarios for store openings, renovations and closures.
4. Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and management pack presentations for regional leadership.
5. Collaborate with store planning, operations and finance colleagues to validate assumptions, cost allocations and project business cases.
6. Deliver ad hoc financial analyses and proposals to improve forecasting accuracy, process efficiency and cost control.

1. Enrolled in a Master's degree program in Finance, Management Control, Accounting, or Business Administration.
2. Strong analytical mindset with capacity to synthesize complex financial data into clear conclusions.
3. High level of discretion and professional maturity when handling confidential commercial information.
4. Proven ability to work collaboratively across functions and to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

1. Advanced Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data modelling)
2. Financial analysis and variance analysis
3. Budgeting and forecasting
4. KPI reporting and dashboard creation
5. Clear written and verbal communication
6. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Internship-level role. Candidates should be current students (Master’s level preferred). Prior internships or exposure to finance, management control or retail planning are advantageous but not mandatory.

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Finance, Accounting, Management Control, Business Administration, or a closely related discipline.

Chanel fosters a culture of excellence, creativity and meticulous attention to detail. The workplace values discretion, cross-disciplinary collaboration and a commitment to preserving the maison’s heritage while driving commercial performance.