Galeries Lafayette Junior Sales Manager (Work‑Study)
- Location
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Junior
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 21, 2026
About Galeries Lafayette
A French luxury fashion maison operating in retail and flagship environments. The employer combines heritage craftsmanship and premium client service with an international retail footprint, offering a structured environment for early‑career professionals to learn operational and commercial disciplines within the luxury sector.
Confidential luxury fashion house in Paris seeks a Junior Sales Manager (Work‑Study) for a retail alternance position supporting boutique operations and client service.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the store manager in daily commercial operations and the achievement of sales KPIs.
- Deliver exceptional client service and maintain high standards of clienteling for VIP and regular clients.
- Assist with staff coordination, shift planning and onboarding of new hires under the manager's direction.
- Contribute to visual merchandising and ensure boutique presentation aligns with brand directives.
- Manage stock movements, replenishment tasks and basic inventory control procedures.
- Prepare sales reports, reconcile POS transactions and assist with administrative duties.
- Support in‑store commercial events, private appointments and CRM follow‑up activities.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a recognised business, retail management, luxury management or commerce programme (Bac+2 to Bac+5) as part of a work‑study (alternance) arrangement.
- Strong client‑facing presence with polished interpersonal and communication skills.
- Organised, commercially minded and comfortable working in a fast‑paced luxury retail environment.
- Availability to work retail hours including weekends and evenings as required.
Skills
Experience
Previous retail or luxury sales experience is advantageous; any prior exposure to clienteling, supervisory tasks or boutique operations will be considered a strong plus.
Education
Enrolled in a post‑secondary programme in Business, Commerce, Luxury Management or Retail Management (Bac+2 to Bac+5) under an alternance/work‑study contract.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The workplace emphasises meticulous client service, attention to detail and a refined in‑store experience. Teams are collaborative and mentorship‑oriented, providing structured learning opportunities for candidates developing a career in luxury retail operations.
About Cerulean
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