Francis Kurkdjian Trade Marketing Assistant
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Aug 29, 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 Trade Marketing Assistant in Paris, France. Internship role supporting 360° marketing strategy and Trade Marketing activations across France and Europe.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and deploy 360-degree marketing plans across France and European markets, acting as the primary liaison between markets, commercial teams, and Trade Marketing departments
- Coordinate operational implementation of Trade Marketing activations in France, including campaigns, commercial highlights, VIP activations, and point-of-sale displays (podiums, windows, in-store events)
- Organize and coordinate point-of-sale events and animations in collaboration with retail teams and field personnel
- Support Travel Retail projects and activations as needed
- Monitor Trade Marketing activity dashboards and reporting tools for France
- Oversee operational deployment of Trade Marketing campaigns across European markets and ensure proper point-of-sale implementation
- Track campaign materials, on-counter animations, and digital devices with markets and service providers
- Provide daily operational support to European markets, particularly DACH region
- Monitor European partners and distributors in collaboration with international teams
- Maintain Trade Marketing activation tracking tools to ensure consolidated visibility of market deployments and needs
- Contribute to continuous improvement of Trade Marketing activations and customer experience at point of sale
Qualifications
- Master's degree (Bac+5) from a business school or equivalent programme
- First professional experience in marketing, commercial operations, or project management, ideally acquired in luxury, fashion, lifestyle, or beauty sectors within an international environment
- Strong organizational and analytical capabilities
- Fluency in French and professional English
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Demonstrated passion for the beauty sector and international dimensions
Skills
Experience
Beginner level with first professional experience ideally acquired in luxury, fashion, lifestyle, or beauty sectors within an international environment, particularly in marketing, commercial operations, or project management roles.
Education
Master's degree (Bac+5) from a business school or equivalent programme.
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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