Francis Kurkdjian Retail Operations Coordinator
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
About Francis Kurkdjian
Maison Francis Kurkdjian is a Parisian fragrance house founded in 2009 by master perfumer Francis Kurkdjian and Marc Chaya, renowned for translating emotion, craftsmanship and modern French elegance into exceptional scents. As part of the LVMH ecosystem, the Maison offers employees the intimacy of an entrepreneurial creative atelier with the reach and standards of a global luxury leader. Its culture values artistic excellence, precision, client devotion and collaboration across métiers, from creation and retail to communications and operations. For professionals inspired by beauty and innovation, it provides a refined environment where talent contributes to an exacting, poetic vision of contemporary perfumery.
Maison Francis Kurkdjian seeks Retail Operations Coordinator internship in Paris; six-month role combining data analysis, performance reporting, and retail network support beginning January 2027.
Role & Responsibilities
- Extract, consolidate, and analyze quantitative performance data (Sell-In/Sell-Out) across the retail and wholesale network, including owned boutiques, department stores, and independent retailers
- Collect and evaluate qualitative field intelligence in collaboration with regional teams and management
- Produce weekly and monthly performance reporting for senior management; monitor and analyze product launches and point-of-sale activations
- Design and administer commercial challenges and campaigns to drive network engagement and sales momentum
- Support preparation of commercial and budgetary presentations for departmental stakeholders
- Enhance existing reporting infrastructure through simplification and automation of management dashboards; identify opportunities for Power BI optimization in partnership with group IT and WW Data Intelligence teams
- Conduct competitive retail sector analysis and market intelligence
- Support the Retail Director in commercial development initiatives, store expansion projects, and site selection
- Coordinate weekly retail team conferences; prepare meeting minutes and operational updates
- Monitor sales reconciliation across concession-operated points of sale
- Provide daily operational support and coordination to field teams; collaborate with headquarters retail personnel on event organization, staff training, and inventory management logistics
Qualifications
- Enrolled in or recently completed a Master's degree programme in business, commerce, economics, or related discipline
- Foundational experience in retail operations, field-based roles, or retail-adjacent functions strongly preferred
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, competent PowerPoint skills, and hands-on experience with Power BI
- Demonstrated aptitude for data analysis, synthesis, and interpretation of complex datasets
- Familiarity with retail network operations, channel dynamics, and commercial performance metrics
- Strong organizational acumen and ability to prioritize competing demands
- Proactive communication skills and collaborative mindset; ability to interface effectively with cross-functional teams and field personnel
Skills
Experience
Entry-level or early-career professionals with foundational retail operations or field experience; first-time entrants with strong academic credentials in commerce, business, or related disciplines are encouraged to apply.
Education
Master's degree (in progress or completed) in business, commerce, economics, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Maison Francis Kurkdjian cultivates a refined, creative workplace where olfactory artistry, precision, and innovation are central to every role. As part of the luxury fragrance world, it offers an environment that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and a deep sensitivity to beauty, detail, and client experience.
About Cerulean
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