Yves Saint Laurent Assistant Merchandising Planning
- Location
- ParisÎle-de-FranceFrance
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Merchandising, Buying & Planning
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
About Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent stands as one of fashion’s most influential maisons, renowned for redefining modern elegance through audacity, precision, and cultural intelligence. As an employer, the House offers a dynamic environment where heritage and innovation meet, inviting talent to contribute to a legacy shaped by creativity, craftsmanship, and a distinctly Parisian spirit. Employees are encouraged to pursue excellence across design, retail, merchandising, communications, and corporate functions, within a culture that values individuality, rigor, and forward-looking vision. Joining Yves Saint Laurent means participating in the continued evolution of an iconic brand whose influence extends far beyond fashion.
Saint Laurent seeks an internship assistant in Merchandising Planning for its outlet network in Paris, France.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the Outlet Planning team in developing analyses to manage stock and sales across the 29-unit outlet network, ensuring appropriate inventory coverage
- Collaborate with corporate Merchandising Planning to evaluate business performance and identify optimization opportunities
- Partner with Merchandising Planning to develop and implement corrective actions for inventory imbalances and stock shortages in central and regional warehouses
- Conduct ad hoc analyses responding to business requirements and merchandising objectives
- Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency, productivity, and availability of distribution processes
Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
- Strong analytical mindset with demonstrated ability to interpret data and identify trends
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams and departments
- Fluent English language skills
Skills
Experience
No specific years of experience required; a combination of academic background and relevant work exposure is acceptable.
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Workplace
The role is situated in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Yves Saint Laurent fosters a bold, creative, and fast-paced workplace where teams are encouraged to challenge convention while upholding the Maison’s legacy of elegance and modernity. As an employer, it values artistic vision, collaboration, and excellence, offering an environment where talent can contribute to a globally influential luxury brand with a distinctive Parisian spirit.
About Cerulean
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