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Posted Mar 2, 2026

Join OTB Group in Paris as a Merchandising Assistant Intern at Maison Margiela. Gain hands-on experience in luxury fashion merchandising.

Overview

OTB Group, a distinguished conglomerate in the luxury fashion industry, encompasses a portfolio of iconic brands including Maison Margiela. Maison Margiela, renowned for its avant-garde approach and artistic expression, offers a wide array of haute couture, ready-to-wear, and accessories. As part of OTB Group, Maison Margiela continues to innovate while preserving its unique identity and heritage.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Assist in analyzing the performance of collections and seasonal bestsellers across all categories.
  • Provide qualitative and quantitative analyses on collection performance, including sell-in, sell-out, and post-market evaluations.
  • Identify key areas for improvement for upcoming seasons.
  • Collect sell-through reports from key wholesale partners by region.
  • Support Merchandisers in establishing collection pricing structures.
  • Create and update collection tools such as databases and showroom materials.
  • Collaborate on special projects including capsules and collaborations.
  • Assist in preparing buying sessions with regional buyers.
  • Work closely with teams dedicated to fashion shows and showrooms.
  • Update 360-degree tools in collaboration with Marketing, E-commerce, and Visual Merchandising teams.
  • Support the implementation of the 360-degree strategy calendar with regional assistance.

Qualifications

  • Pursuing a Master's degree or in a gap year, seeking a 4-month internship.
  • Educational background in business school or fashion specialization (e.g., IFM, ESMOD, LISAA).
  • Previous experience as a Collection Merchandiser or Retail Merchandiser.

Skills

Strong interest in fashion and luxury sectors. Excellent analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint. Proficiency in Power BI, Stealth, and PLM. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team. Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to execute tasks swiftly. Good understanding of global market trends. Fluency in French and English, both written and spoken; Italian is a plus.

Experience

Prior experience in merchandising within the fashion industry is required.

Education

Master's degree in progress or equivalent in business or fashion-related field.

Workplace

The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France. There are currently 3.373 open positions in Paris on Cerulean, with 78 added recently. Within Île-de-France, Cerulean currently features 3.794 open roles, including 93 recent additions. Across France, Cerulean lists 4.366 open roles — 115 of them newly added.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with a prestigious fashion house and gain valuable industry experience.

Culture

Maison Margiela, under the OTB Group, fosters a culture of innovation and creativity, encouraging employees to push boundaries while maintaining the brand's distinctive identity. The work environment is collaborative, dynamic, and focused on artistic expression and strategic growth.

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.