- Location
- 27 Rue de Châteaudun (View map)75009 ParisFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Compensation
- €1,300–1,500/month
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
About Galeries Lafayette
Galeries Lafayette, a prestigious entity within the retail landscape, offers an exhilarating environment that embodies a lifestyle of fashion, beauty, home, jewelry, watchmaking, and gastronomy. As part of this vibrant and innovative group, employees are encouraged to embrace creativity and commitment, driving the evolution of commerce and enchanting customers with every interaction.
The Purchasing Intern joins Galeries Lafayette’s Offer & Purchasing department to help build product assortments for stores and e-commerce, identify trends and brands, analyse sales, support commercial strategy and participate in collection meetings. This full-time, six-month internship starts in January 2027; monthly gross pay is €1,300 for Bac +4 students and €1,500 for Bac +5 students.
Role & Responsibilities
- Help shape the product assortment offered to customers in stores and on the e-commerce site.
- Identify emerging brands, products and styles ahead of market trends.
- Analyse sales and collection performance, then develop recommendations for the next commercial policy.
- Conduct opportunity assessments, summarise current trends, prepare benchmarks and monitor competitors to inform recommendations and the following year's commercial strategy.
- Prepare collection meeting guides and related materials, and participate in collection meetings with brands.
- Monitor in-season activity in coordination with buyers and merchandise managers.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bac +4/5 qualification at a business or fashion school, or equivalent.
- Identify market trends and long-term challenges quickly, and recognise opportunities to create lasting business value.
- Approach new challenges with agility.
- An initial experience in merchandising planning, buying or product marketing is an advantage.
Skills
Education
Currently pursuing a Bac +4/5 qualification at a business or fashion school, or equivalent.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from EUR 1,300 to EUR 1,500 per month.
Benefits
Employee discount on purchases; 80% contribution towards transport costs; two remote-working days per week; tailored Campus programme introducing interns to the company's culture and professions.
Culture
Galeries Lafayette fosters a culture of innovation and joy, where each day presents new opportunities and challenges. Employees are part of a creative and committed team, dedicated to redefining the retail experience.
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