Rimowa Retail Operations Intern

About Rimowa

Founded in Cologne in 1898, Rimowa stands as a benchmark of modern luxury travel, renowned for its iconic grooved aluminum suitcases and uncompromising German engineering. As an employer, the Maison offers a distinctive environment where heritage craftsmanship, industrial precision, design innovation, and elevated client experience converge. Part of the LVMH Group, Rimowa provides opportunities across product development, manufacturing, retail, digital, marketing, and corporate functions within an international culture shaped by excellence and forward movement. The brand seeks individuals who value quality, creativity, resilience, and meticulous execution, inviting them to contribute to objects designed not merely to accompany journeys, but to define them.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support store teams with operational programs and processes; participate in store projects and serve as the main point of contact for stores on operational topics.
• Conduct weekly controls of cycle counts and discounts, and daily controls of negative stock.
• Conduct monthly controls of loans, special movements, and scrapping certificates.
• Support the Retail Operations Manager and coordinator with daily tasks.
• Assist the Operations Manager in coordinating operational activities for SCEUR.
• Support the Global Retail Operations team in developing and implementing standardized retail procedures and tools across the store network.
• Support activities related to new store openings, seasonal reopenings, and relocations.
• Support stores with daily needs, including uniforms, stationery, and IT materials.

Qualifications

• Fluent English, spoken and written.
• French, Spanish, and Italian are optional; additional European languages are a plus.
• High school diploma or university degree, such as a bachelor's degree, in a business-related field.
• Familiarity with retail operations concepts is advantageous but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint; advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Project management, time management, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong customer focus and the ability to adapt communication to different levels of business partners across the retail network, including regional managers, store managers, stock specialists, and client managers.
• Collaborative approach to project work, with the ability to work autonomously on multiple projects at once.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Skills

Education

High school diploma or university degree, such as a bachelor's degree, in a business-related field.

Culture

Rimowa fosters a workplace culture rooted in German engineering, precision craftsmanship, and a forward-looking spirit of innovation. As a global luxury house, it values collaboration, attention to detail, and entrepreneurial thinking, offering teams an environment where heritage and modern design come together to shape exceptional travel experiences.

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