Richemont Import & Export Trainee
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 15, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is a Geneva-headquartered luxury goods group that houses several maisons renowned for watches, jewellery and accessories. The group is recognized for its emphasis on craftsmanship, heritage brands and selective retail distribution; employees typically work within highly collaborative, quality-driven teams that support global logistics and luxury retail operations.
Richemont is hiring an Import & Export Trainee in Sao Paulo. Support customs, freight and trade compliance for a leading luxury goods group.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day import and export operations including preparation and verification of commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading and airwaybills.
- Coordinate shipment movements with freight forwarders, carriers and customs brokers and monitor transit status until delivery.
- Ensure compliance with Brazilian customs regulations, import/export controls and Incoterms as applied to each shipment.
- Prepare and maintain accurate customs documentation, HS classifications and product origin records for audits and clearance.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders — warehouses, sales, finance and legal — to resolve shipping discrepancies and align documentation.
- Assist with customs clearance processes, payment of duties and tax documentation where required.
- Contribute to shipment tracking, inventory reconciliation and exception reporting.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives for import/export workflows and assist in ad-hoc trade compliance projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or final-year student in International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related field.
- Familiarity with import/export documentation and Incoterms.
- Understanding of Brazilian customs procedures and basic HS classification.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reporting and data reconciliation.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication; ability to liaise effectively with internal teams and external partners.
- Legal right to work in Brazil.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level: internships or up to 1–2 years' exposure to logistics, freight forwarding, customs brokerage or supply chain operations preferred; practical experience with shipment documentation advantageous.
Education
Bachelor's degree (or final-year student) in International Trade, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration or a related discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in Sao Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
Culture
Richemont emphasises craftsmanship, long-term brand stewardship and cross-disciplinary collaboration across its maisons. The workplace typically values precision, regulatory compliance and continuous learning, offering exposure to international distribution and trade processes within the luxury sector.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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