Louis Vuitton Indirect Procurement Apprentice

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Location
ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Department
Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
Industry
Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
Posted
Apr 5, 2026

About Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton is a preeminent global maison within the LVMH group, celebrated for its leather goods, ready-to-wear and accessories. The brand combines artisanal craftsmanship, innovation and a strong international footprint; as an employer it offers roles at the intersection of creativity, operational excellence and heritage-driven luxury.

Louis Vuitton — Indirect Procurement Apprentice (alternance) in Paris: 12-month apprenticeship starting Oct 2026 supporting sourcing, contracts, supplier performance and digitalisation.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support buyers and category managers across the end-to-end indirect procurement cycle.
  • Participate in supplier sourcing and market analysis to identify competitive options and innovations.
  • Assist in the preparation and launch of competitive procedures (RFI, RFQ, RFP) and analyse supplier bids on qualitative, financial and CSR dimensions.
  • Contribute to budget monitoring, savings tracking, KPI follow-up and supplier performance management.
  • Prepare and maintain dashboards, reporting packs and executive synthesis presentations.
  • Support contract drafting and lifecycle management (clauses, amendments, renewals) and contribute to compliance and risk-management topics.
  • Take part in cross-functional transformation projects: procurement digitalisation, process improvement and supplier data structuration.
  • Contribute to sustainability and RSE initiatives within the indirect purchasing scope.

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a business school, engineering school, university or equivalent programme.
  • Marked interest in procurement, negotiation, project management and working within complex, cross-functional environments.
  • Strong numerical aptitude and analytical rigour.
  • Proficient with Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with AI tools and procurement platforms is an advantage.
  • Good level of English.

Skills

Excel PowerPoint AI procurement tools RFI RFQ RFP supplier market analysis dashboarding reporting contract drafting budget and KPI tracking RSE / sustainability initiatives

Experience

Entry-level — suitable for students or recent graduates. No prior professional procurement experience required; internship/apprenticeship experience or academic projects in purchasing, sourcing or supply chain are advantageous.

Education

Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's programme in business, engineering, supply chain, procurement or a related discipline.

Workplace

This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.

Culture

Louis Vuitton cultivates a culture of craftsmanship, high standards and continuous learning, balancing respect for heritage with a drive for innovation. The Maison fosters a collaborative, international working environment and encourages sustainability and responsible sourcing across its operations.

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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