Balenciaga Fall 2023 Buying Intern | New York City

Summary
ABOUT US
Founded by Spanish-born Cristobal Balenciaga in 1917 and established in Paris in 1937, the iconic French fashion house defined the concept of modernity and elegance through the mastery of techniques and the use of innovative fabrics.
With the appointment of Demna Gvaslia as artistic director of the collections in 2015, he continues to uphold the vision of Cristobal Balenciaga through his exquisite techniques, masterful cuts and by constantly pushing boundaries.
Balenciaga offers women’s and men’s ready-to-wear, handbags, shoes, accessories, eyewear and a fragrance for women, subsidiary of Kering.
We are currently seeking a Retail Buying Intern who will report to the Assistant Buyer.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY
This opportunity will provide you with insight into the NY luxury fashion industry as well as an understanding of our corporate culture and business practices.
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• Assist with weekly selling reports and analysis
• Miscellaneous seasonal projects
• Assisting the Retail Buyers with the following tasks:
  • Reporting analysis
  • Corrective actions on stock allocations, transfers
  • Pricing follow up
  • Competitive study (offer, price mapping)
  • Miscellaneous seasonal projects
• Competitive study (offer, price mapping)
• Compile Seasonal Buy Books
• Administrative support duties
• Corrective actions on stock allocations, transfers
• Reporting analysis
• Pricing follow up
• Organize and prepare seasonal product recaps
• Preparation of training guidelines/tools for retail stores

WHO YOU ARE

• Detail oriented and task driven
• Problem solver
• Merchandising experience is preferred
• Comfortable with numbers and recaps
• Able to receive academic credit
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel
• Strong time management and organizational skills

COMPENSATION

• $15 per hour
• Must be able to receive academic credit to be eligible

WHY WORK WITH US?
 
This is an exciting opportunity to join Balenciaga’s Mercer Street team as a Cashier who will drive the business and contribute to the brand philosophy. We invite you to become part of a team that offers possibilities to learn and grow.
Balenciaga is committed to thriving your professional development within the House or in the Kering group. We empower leaders to create, build and sustain high performing teams that excel in execution. We guide every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT
 
Balenciaga is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We believe that diversity in all its forms; race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law, enriches the workplace and our client experience. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome all applications and select our talents based on competencies and in alignment with our brand behaviors. Setting people for success is what we live for and it is part of our interview process to discuss with you how to excel in our company.
Job Type
Student (Fixed Term) (Trainee)
Start Date
2023-06-30
Schedule
Part time
Organization
Balenciaga America Inc.