Chanel Supplier Strategy and Metals Purchasing Intern
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Mar 17, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an independent global luxury house renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, jewelry, watches and beauty. The brand is defined by artisanal savoir‑faire, meticulous quality standards and a discreet yet powerful global presence; as an employer it values craftsmanship, creative excellence and cross‑disciplinary collaboration across design, production and sourcing functions.
Chanel Internship: Supplier Strategy & Metals Purchasing at Vittuone, Italy. 6-month internship in procurement strategy and data analysis.
Role & Responsibilities
- Implement and manage supplier database systems related to work and purchasing operations
- Support the development of business intelligence mapping (B.I. Cartography) for supplier visualization and analysis
- Conduct data analysis activities to assess supplier performance and market trends
- Communicate with existing suppliers to gather information and maintain relationships
- Assist with onboarding and integration procedures for new suppliers
- Contribute to supplier mapping and assessment framework development
Qualifications
- Degree in Management Engineering or related discipline
- Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability in data analysis and interpretation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Fluency in English and/or French
Skills
Experience
Recent graduate or final-year student in Management Engineering or a related field with a strong academic foundation in supply chain or procurement concepts.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Management Engineering or equivalent engineering/business discipline. Master's degree in Data Analytics is a plus.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Vittuone, Lombardy, Italy, with easy access to Milan.
Culture
The workplace emphasizes artisanal excellence, exacting quality standards and collaborative problem‑solving across design, sourcing and production. Employees are expected to combine commercial rigour with sensitivity to craftsmanship and product heritage while contributing to a discreet, high‑performing environment.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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