Hermès Merchandising Business Analyst (Apprenticeship)
- Location
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 7, 2026
About Hermès
Hermès is a Parisian maison renowned for its artisanal leather goods, silk, ready-to-wear and accessories, combining centuries-old craftsmanship with discreet luxury. The role sits within Hermès' European e‑commerce distribution organisation, which supports an omnichannel retail strategy across multiple markets and is embedded within the wider Hermès International group.
Hermès — Paris: Apprenticeship Merchandising Business Analyst in European e‑commerce, supporting assortment planning and KPI reporting.
Role & Responsibilities
- Contribute to achievement of budgetary objectives and growth of European e‑commerce revenue through merchandising and planning activities.
- Monitor weekly and monthly KPIs by product category and collection (revenue, months of stock, sell‑through, delivery rates) and produce reliable regular reporting by métier and country.
- Analyse assortment and mix trends, synthesise in‑market feedback and propose actionable recommendations to adapt buying strategy.
- Define purchase budgets in conjunction with Retail Merchandisers and Retail Planning; prepare and participate in quarterly purchasing cycles (four times per year).
- Ensure healthy stock landing and coverage: monitor inventory levels, identify replenishment or transfer needs, and optimise stock to avoid overstocks and stockouts.
- Pilot permanent stocked assortments and support end‑of‑season markdown operations.
- Support the Retail Merchandising team on specific projects, contributing to implementation and follow‑up.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Grande École de Commerce (césure or final‑year) or an engineering school with a clear orientation toward luxury/fashion retail.
- Strong analytical aptitude with rigorous attention to detail and a results orientation.
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills; able to liaise with boutique directors, product teams and finance stakeholders.
- Autonomous, proactive and able to perform under peak activity periods.
- Availability for an apprenticeship rhythm (e.g., 3 weeks in company / 1 week at school or 3 days company / 2 days school).
- Start date: September 1, 2026 (apprenticeship contract).
Skills
Experience
Entry‑level / apprenticeship — open to students and beginners. Prior internships in retail, merchandising or analytics are advantageous but not mandatory.
Education
Currently enrolled in a business school (Grande École) or engineering school; césure or final‑year students preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Hermès fosters a culture of craftsmanship, discretion and long‑term thinking, combining creative excellence with rigorous operational standards. The European e‑commerce organisation values cross‑disciplinary collaboration and promotes ethical practices, diversity and inclusion across its teams.
About Cerulean
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