- Location
- 27 Rue de Châteaudun (View map)75009 ParisFrance
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- €2,200/month
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Posted
- Jul 10, 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.
Galeries Lafayette is seeking a Commercial Administration Assistant for a 12-month fixed-term contract, working full-time in a three-person team with a Buyer and Merchandise Manager. The role covers assortment and order administration, product data maintenance, delivery and supplier follow-up, and resolution of logistics and invoicing disputes.
Role & Responsibilities
- Work in a three-person team with a Buyer and a Merchandise Manager, ensuring data accuracy, smooth replenishment, and effective partner relations throughout the administrative product lifecycle.
- Enter, verify, and adjust assortment plans in collaboration with the Buyer and Merchandise Manager.
- Enter and configure data in the ERP, including creating attributes and entering orders.
- Maintain the database throughout the product lifecycle, including seasonal changes and updates to selling and purchase prices.
- Manage the order book to ensure timely deliveries.
- Proactively follow up with suppliers and quickly identify causes of blocks or delays.
- Alert the Buyer and Merchandise Manager to anomalies to anticipate stockouts.
- Act as the main contact for the warehouse and suppliers to resolve receipt discrepancies, including surpluses, quantity variances, and unordered goods.
- Liaise between accounting and suppliers to resolve complex invoicing disputes, including price discrepancies and credit notes.
Qualifications
- A two-year post-secondary qualification, such as BTS SAM, MCO, Assistant de Manager, or equivalent.
- A successful initial experience in commercial administration, sales administration (ADV), or supplier relations.
- Strong aptitude for numerical data and proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and management of large databases.
- Knowledge of an ERP system is an advantage.
- Basic professional English, primarily for written exchanges with some suppliers.
- Recognized for rigor, organizational skills, and an ability to synthesize information.
- Strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and tenacity when working with a range of stakeholders, including Buyers, Logistics, Accounting, and suppliers.
Skills
Experience
A successful initial experience in commercial administration, sales administration (ADV), or supplier relations.
Education
Two-year post-secondary qualification, such as BTS SAM, MCO, Assistant de Manager, or equivalent.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 2,200 per month.
Benefits
Fixed remuneration over 13 months, with the amount aligned to experience and skills; profit-sharing and participation bonus; discount on purchases within the Group; 80% contribution toward transport costs; personalized onboarding support; dynamic and varied career paths.
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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