Chaumet Marketing and Communications Procurement Assistant Intern

About Chaumet

Founded in Paris in 1780 and historically appointed jeweller to Empress Joséphine, Chaumet embodies more than two centuries of exceptional savoir-faire in high jewellery, watchmaking and the art of tiaras. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where heritage, creativity and technical excellence converge, inviting teams to contribute to creations that balance imperial legacy with contemporary elegance. Within the LVMH group, Chaumet provides opportunities to develop in métiers spanning craftsmanship, design, retail, client experience and corporate functions, while fostering precision, cultural sensitivity and a deep respect for transmission. Its employees join a house where beauty, innovation and Parisian distinction are cultivated with enduring purpose.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the Marketing and Communications buyer across all procurement activities, working closely with the Visual Merchandising HQ team, Gift team, and regional teams in Asia and the Middle East.
• Coordinate four annual window-display tenders, from briefing through supplier selection.
• Prepare specifications, RFI/RFP documents, and scoring grids with the Visual Merchandising team.
• Consult suppliers, analyse and compare technical, financial, and CSR proposals, and prepare decision-making materials.
• Track budgets and schedules, oversee project execution, and support supplier performance reviews.
• Assist the buyer with packaging tenders.
• Manage other procurement projects in the Visual Merchandising category with the team, including flowers, tableware, and events.
• Prepare quantitative analyses, including price benchmarks, comparison tables, and tracking of savings and budgets.
• Support supplier contract monitoring and ensure compliance with negotiated terms.
• Support the buyer and Gift team on four annual Seasonal Gifts projects: Ramadan, Holidays, Chinese New Year (CNY), and Mid-Autumn Festival.
• Work with the team on the Gift catalogue.
• Contribute to project briefs, supplier consultations, and comparative analysis of proposals covering price, quality, lead times, and CSR.
• Coordinate with regional teams in Asia and the Middle East to gather requirements and track quantities and delivery schedules.
• Monitor retro-plans and budgets and ensure the execution of each seasonal campaign.
• Integrate CSR criteria into supplier selection, including due diligence, material choices, and assessment of environmental and social commitments.
• Register and reference suppliers in Approvall, Sedex, and Ecovadis.
• Monitor supplier audits and keep associated data up to date.
• Regularly update procurement tools and databases and contribute to category reporting.

Qualifications

• Training in procurement and seeking a gap-year or final-year internship.
• Prior experience conducting or participating in tenders, ideally in Visual Merchandising, Packaging, or Marketing and Communications.
• Strong interest in figures and financial analysis.
• Awareness of CSR issues and responsible procurement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Fluent English, essential for regular communication with teams in Asia and the Middle East.
• An interest in the luxury and creative industries is an advantage.
• Rigour and strong organisational skills to manage several tenders and projects simultaneously.
• Analytical and synthesis skills, with the ability to challenge proposals and information provided.
• Interpersonal skills and diplomacy when working with internal teams and suppliers.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proactivity, initiative, and autonomy.
• Aesthetic sensibility and curiosity about craftsmanship and materials.
• Intercultural openness and adaptability when working with international teams and around local key events.
• Responsiveness and a collaborative mindset.

Skills

Experience

Entry-level; prior participation in tenders is sought.

Education

Training in procurement.

Culture

Chaumet offers a refined workplace culture rooted in Parisian elegance, exceptional craftsmanship, and the heritage of Place Vendôme. As an employer, the Maison values precision, creativity, and the transmission of savoir-faire, fostering an environment where teams contribute to enduring luxury while collaborating with discretion, passion, and excellence.

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