Indirect procurement intern - June / July 2026 at CHANEL

Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain, Analytical Skills, Excel, Power Point, Interpersonal Skills, Negotiation, Contract Management, Risk Assessment, Category Management, Sustainability, Financial Analysis, Project Management, Communication

Industry

Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

Description

Indirect Procurement (IP) is a Finance function dealing with the purchases of goods and services not directly involved in product manufacturing like raw materials. Its scope covers Logistics & Transportation, Marketing & Communication, Property & Facilities, Human Resources, General Services, Professional Services, Travel & Events, Marketing & POS, IT & Telecom. Your role @Chanel: This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and growing organization. In the position of Indirect Procurement Intern, you will be at the heart of the procurement activities of Chanel Switzerland and Swiss Markets (Switzerland, Panama, Mexico, Brazil, India) working on all Divisions (Fashion, Fragrances & Beauty, Watches & fine Jewelry) and Corporate activities. You will provide essential support in the evolvement of the Procurement function and its tools, sharing best procurement practices and work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their business requirements and how they can be met. This role will be supporting business teams on the management of the procurement process, from strategic sourcing, professional negotiation, contract management, vendor performance, risk assessment, and overall category management. You will be expected to provide reporting on the performance of projects and to ensure the relevant documentation is provided to the Regional and Global IP team. What impact you can create at Chanel: Lead sourcing and tendering process: Sourcing projects and RFI (Request for Information) ensuring collaboration with internal business partners Support business partners in the definition of specifications & requirements Preparation and launch of tenders/RFP (Request for Proposals) Analyze and negotiate proposals/quotes with suppliers and business partners Award supplier, implement legal agreements & report benefits Improve overall Procurement & Sustainability Performance: Identify spend optimization & supplier panel rationalization opportunities Define and implement Preferred Supplier List with business partners and suppliers Conduct financial and spend analysis and prepare professional negotiation Monitor Risk Management and Sustainable Procurement trough different tools and initiatives Enrich our P2P platform : Create together with business partners and suppliers relevant catalogues (hosted & punch-out) Clean and enrich the preferred supplier database Improve procurement processes Ad hoc requests What you will bring to the role: Bachelor or Master’s degree or Recent Graduate in Procurement, Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain, or similar. Ideally, a previous experience in Procurement Strong Office Excel and Power Point skills Strong analytical skills Fluent in French and English Strong interpersonal skills A pro-active and energetic mindset, eager to tackle new projects What you would gain from this experience: The opportunity to develop, gain experience and grow professionally in the procurement discipline With the breadth of projects, scenarios, and people you will be exposed to in this role, it will help nurture prioritization, demonstrate the benefits of being solution focused, and illustrate the importance of adding value to the business where possible The chance to work with various teams, on numerous projects, for one of the leading Fashion brands in the world At Chanel, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity and effectiveness of our teams Job Conditions: An internship agreement is mandatory for this position and must meet the following conditions: The internship must be part of your study program. The internship must be required for the completion of your degree. The internship must be validated by the award of academic credits. Job Information: Contract: Full-time internship (100%) and in-person Start date: June 29, 2026 Duration: 6 months Working days: 5 days a week, Monday to Friday Location: Geneva Fluent in French and English A plus: Spanish, Portuguese Chanel is a world leader in creating, manufacturing and distributing luxury products, including Ready-to-Wear, Accessories, Fragrances, Makeup, Skincare, Jewellery and Watches. Founded by Gabrielle Chanel in 1910, the House remains dedicated to quality craftsmanship and offering high-end creations. At present, Chanel employs more than 32,000 people worldwide. As an independent company, its core values are grounded in: Exceptional creation and client experience Nurturing human potential Having a positive impact – on people, the environment and communities around the world. As part of this, the House promotes arts, culture and creativity, while investing significantly in key areas including research & development, sustainability, and innovation. Chanel is dedicated to creating the conditions for people to perform at their best, building on their strengths and enabling them to benefit from new opportunities. It offers a unique working environment where people are given time to understand the brand, the business, and develop their personal motivations. This means everyone can grow, continue to be inspired and feel included, now and in the future. The company fosters true collaboration and respect for all, grounded in the belief that diversity is essential to the success of the organisation and its people. Chanel remains committed to rewarding people competitively, as well as offering initiatives such as wellbeing programmes, learning and development opportunities, and parental leave for all parents globally.

Responsibilities

The intern will support procurement activities by managing the procurement process, including strategic sourcing, negotiation, and vendor performance. They will also provide reporting on project performance and ensure documentation is shared with the Regional and Global IP team.