Yves Saint Laurent Assistant Collection Merchandiser (Intern) — Men's Footwear
- Location
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 22, 2026
About Yves Saint Laurent
Saint Laurent is an iconic Parisian luxury fashion house known for its modern, couture-inflected ready-to-wear, accessories and footwear. The Maison forms part of the Kering Group and combines strong heritage with contemporary creative direction, producing internationally distributed collections and maintaining a high-performance, design-led culture.
Saint Laurent — Paris: Assistant Collection Merchandiser Intern (Men's Footwear). Internship based in Paris 7th, starting May 2026.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the Head of Men's Footwear Merchandising in daily operations and project follow-through.
- Analyze category performance with detailed sales tracking (by product, region, period and client) for both sell-in and sell-out.
- Monitor competitive offering across price, product assortment, communication, distribution and training; synthesise market intelligence.
- Contribute to the development of the collection plan and associated KPIs.
- Prepare end-of-showroom reports — quantitative and qualitative analyses highlighting strengths and weaknesses.
- Receive and manage sketches, technical images and photography during product development.
- Assist in creating the sales catalogue and showroom sales tools.
- Handle incoming prototypes and ensure accurate tracking from reception onwards.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in or graduated from a business school or fashion school (commercial or fashion curriculum).
- Previous internship or initial professional experience in marketing or merchandising is required.
- Fluent English is mandatory; Italian is a plus.
- Strong numerical aptitude and comfort with data analysis.
- Proven proficiency in Excel.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, team orientation, strong organisational ability, flexibility and a dynamic attitude.
Skills
Experience
A first professional experience or internship in marketing or merchandising is required; familiarity with footwear or apparel product cycles is highly desirable.
Education
Business school or fashion school background (current enrolment or recent graduate preferred).
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Saint Laurent fosters a creative, fast-paced environment that balances avant‑garde aesthetics with rigorous product discipline. The Maison values craftsmanship, collaboration and an international mindset, offering exposure to cross‑functional teams within a global luxury group.
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