Kenzo Collection Merchandising Assistant — Accessories (Internship)
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- Mar 25, 2026
About Kenzo
Kenzo is a Parisian luxury fashion house within the LVMH Group, recognized for its vibrant prints and contemporary approach to ready-to-wear and accessories. As an employer it combines creative design energy with rigorous commercial discipline across international markets, offering cross‑functional collaboration between design, product development and retail teams.
Kenzo in Paris seeks a Collection Merchandising Assistant (Accessories) — Internship. 6‑month role starting Sept 2026 supporting handbags, footwear and accessories.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support preparation of product briefs and monitor collection plans with internal partners (studio, development, production).
- Contribute to assortment structuring and pricing policy in line with strategic targets (margin, revenue).
- Perform competitive benchmarking and market surveillance for accessories categories.
- Codify collections and maintain accurate product metadata.
- Analyse retail and wholesale sales performance to inform assortment and replenishment decisions.
- Implement and maintain commercial tools and support showroom activities (New Black, briefs, commercial notes).
- Coordinate and follow up on sample photo shoots and related logistics.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Bac+4/5 (Master’s level) programme — business school or Institut Français de la Mode (IFM) preferred, ideally with a marketing specialization.
- Excellent command of Excel and PowerPoint.
- Good knowledge of the fashion accessories market and strong product sensitivity.
- Analytical mindset; rigorous, organised and adaptable.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.
- Fluent in French and English (spoken and written).
- Previous internship experience including sales analysis within a fashion house is a strong advantage.
- Position open to candidates with recognised disability status (RQTH).
Skills
Experience
Beginner level: candidate should be a Master’s‑level student with prior internship experience preferred, ideally including sales analysis or merchandising exposure within a fashion house.
Education
Master’s degree in progress (Bac+4/5) — business school or IFM, ideally with a marketing specialization.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Kenzo blends Parisian creativity with the operational standards of the LVMH Group, fostering a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where design sensibility meets commercial strategy. Teams are international and cross‑disciplinary, valuing attention to product detail and entrepreneurial thinking.
About Cerulean
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