Galeries Lafayette Purchasing Project Coordinator — Non‑Merchandise (Stores)
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- Mar 17, 2026
About Galeries Lafayette
A leading luxury fashion house within a major luxury group, the employer is focused on craftsmanship, refined retail experiences and global retail operations. The organisation combines creative heritage with rigorous operational standards and offers structured learning opportunities for early‑career talent through work‑study programmes.
Confidential Luxury Brand in Paris seeks a Purchasing Project Coordinator (Non‑Merchandise) on an alternance apprenticeship to support store procurement projects.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support end-to-end procurement projects for non‑merchandise categories serving the store network (fixtures, services, store equipment and operating supplies).
- Draft and manage requests for proposals (RFPs), collect quotations and perform comparative analyses to inform sourcing decisions.
- Coordinate supplier selection, contracting and onboarding in collaboration with legal, compliance and stores teams.
- Monitor project timelines, budgets and deliverables; escalate risks and propose mitigation measures to project stakeholders.
- Maintain supplier relationships and follow up on order status, deliveries and post‑installation support across stores.
- Prepare regular reporting and spend analyses to track savings, KPIs and supplier performance.
- Liaise with cross‑functional teams (store operations, logistics, finance) to ensure smooth execution of store projects.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, standardisation of processes and documentation of procurement workflows.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a higher education programme (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in purchasing, supply chain, business or a related discipline and eligible for an alternance/apprenticeship contract.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize quotations and produce clear commercial comparisons.
- Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines concurrently.
- Clear written and verbal communication; adept at coordinating with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Professional maturity, discretion and attention to detail appropriate for a luxury retail environment.
Skills
Experience
No extensive prior professional experience required; previous internships or work‑study experience in procurement, retail operations or project coordination is an advantage.
Education
Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field (required for alternance/apprenticeship).
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
The employer cultivates a culture of meticulousness and respect for craftsmanship, combining creative vision with operational excellence. Teams are collaborative and fast‑paced, offering structured mentorship and practical exposure to international retail operations for early‑career trainees.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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