- Location
- Cologne North Rhine-Westphalia Germany
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
About Louis Vuitton
Founded in Paris in 1854, Louis Vuitton stands among the world’s most emblematic luxury maisons, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and the art of travel. As an employer, the Maison offers a distinctive environment where heritage and modernity meet, inviting talents to contribute to a global culture of excellence across retail, design, craftsmanship, client experience, operations, and corporate functions. Louis Vuitton values curiosity, precision, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit, supporting employees through international opportunities, learning pathways, and a strong commitment to savoir-faire. Its teams are united by a shared ambition to craft enduring desirability and deliver exceptional experiences worldwide.
Louis Vuitton is seeking a full-time Retail Sales Apprentice for its Cologne store, starting 1 August or 1 September 2027, on a fixed-term contract. The apprenticeship covers customer advice and sales, client relationships, checkout and inventory, goods receiving, in-store events and visual merchandising, preparing the apprentice for a career as a luxury retail client advisor.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide expert advice and service to national and international customers.
- Sell the full product range.
- Build and maintain long-term customer relationships.
- Handle checkout and inventory tasks using the merchandise management system.
- Check incoming goods and apply price labels.
- Support in-store events.
- Assist with visual merchandising.
- Advise and serve customers from around the world, aiming for the highest customer satisfaction.
- Learn about the product range, including classics such as Speedy and collaborations with Supreme and Men's Creative Director Pharrell Williams.
- Sell products with enthusiasm, expertise, and knowledge of their stories.
- Attend morning briefings and in-house training to stay up to date on products and trends.
Qualifications
- Hold an intermediate school-leaving certificate or a higher school qualification.
- Initial experience in retail or hospitality, for example through an internship, is an advantage.
- Handle high-quality merchandise carefully and show daily enthusiasm for customers.
- Enjoy working in a team and in an international environment.
- Have a positive presence, organisational talent, and a structured approach to work.
- Show ambition and willingness to learn, including for vocational school.
- Speak German and English confidently and fluently; additional languages are an advantage.
- Demonstrate confidence and good manners.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level; initial experience in retail or hospitality, such as through an internship, is an advantage.
Education
Intermediate school-leaving certificate or higher.
Workplace
This position is based in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.
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Benefits
Individual training and development opportunities within the LVMH Group; employee discounts on Louis Vuitton products and family-and-friends discounts at other LVMH brands; referral programme rewards; exclusive events in Germany and abroad; monthly contribution toward lunch and public transport; Beauty Card support for personal beauty and wellness services such as hairdressing or manicures; support with capital-forming benefits and occupational pension provision; bike leasing support; access to exclusive corporate benefits and partner offers.
Culture
Louis Vuitton fosters a culture rooted in heritage, craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, where employees contribute to one of the world’s most iconic luxury maisons. Its workplace environment combines creativity, precision, and international collaboration, offering teams the opportunity to grow within a brand that values innovation, client experience, and long-term savoir-faire.
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