Louis Vuitton Management Control Apprentice
Louis Vuitton — Management Control Apprentice in Beaulieu sur Layon, France. Apprenticeship in industrial management control starting Sept 2026.
Overview
Louis Vuitton is a preeminent luxury fashion and leather‑goods maison, renowned for artisanal craftsmanship, heritage design and global retail presence. As part of the LVMH group, the brand combines atelier-level manufacturing with international distribution, offering structured development programmes and cross-functional exposure across production, quality and commercial operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Maintain, update and animate performance dashboards (material performance, site activity and operational efficiency).
- Verify reliability of production declarations through operational audits.
- Control and monitor inventories to ensure stock accuracy and reconciliation.
- Support the validation and control of standard costs within SAP.
- Contribute to monthly close activities, prepare central reporting and explain variances (actual vs. budget).
- Assist in the preparation of the annual budget in collaboration with site departments.
- Perform ad hoc analyses (costs of non‑quality, overhead analysis, process/audit of production ranges).
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimise reporting and industrial cost processes.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Bac+4/5 (Master-level) programme in Management Control, Finance, Accounting or equivalent.
- Proven proficiency with Microsoft Office (advanced Excel), SAP and PowerBi.
- Strong analytical mindset with rigorous approach to numerical data and variance analysis.
- High degree of autonomy, initiative and organisational discipline.
- Effective interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across production, accounting and cross‑functional teams.
- Demonstrated interest in environmental stewardship and sustainable production practices.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level — suitable for a student preparing a Bac+4/5 diploma in Management Control or Finance; no prior professional experience required beyond academic coursework and internships.
Education
Currently enrolled in a Master-level programme (Bac+4/5) in Management Control, Finance, Accounting or a related discipline.
Workplace
The role is situated in Beaulieu-sur-Layon, Pays de la Loire, France — conveniently close to Angers.
Culture
Louis Vuitton fosters a culture of craftsmanship, precision and continuous learning, combining atelier traditions with modern industrial and digital practices. Teams emphasise mentorship, cross-disciplinary collaboration and a strong commitment to environmental responsibility and diversity.
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