Job Description

Are you a curious and analytical professional eager to develop your career in Procurement within a dynamic and international luxury environment? If you are motivated by learning, collaboration, and creating business impact, this opportunity is for you.

CHANEL is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for an Indirect Procurement Intern to join our Iberia team. In this role, you will be at the center of Procurement activities across all divisions (Fashion, Fragrance & Beauty, Watches & Fine Jewelry) as well as corporate functions.

Your role @CHANEL:

Your role as Indirect Procurement Intern is to contribute to the overall performance of CHANEL by supporting the evolution of the Procurement function, managing procurement tools, and strengthening supplier relationships. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and contribute to delivering value through sourcing, analysis, and operational excellence.

A key focus of this role will be the enrichment of CHANEL’s P2P platform, while actively participating in broader procurement activities such as sourcing projects, negotiations, and performance monitoring.

Key responsibilities include:

• P2P Platform Enhancement Monitor and manage due diligence processes, create and maintain procurement catalogs, define and implement preferred supplier lists, and support procurement tools (project management, reporting, sustainability tracking).
• Sourcing & Tendering Support Participate in sourcing and tender projects under the supervision of the Procurement Manager, contributing to negotiations, analysis, and supplier selection processes.
• Supplier Management Support supplier sourcing initiatives (RFI processes), ensure alignment with business stakeholders, and monitor supplier commitments and performance.
• Contract & Process Support Assist in defining specifications with business teams, support legal agreement implementation, and manage end-to-end procurement processes from tender to reporting.
• Performance & Optimization Identify opportunities to optimize spending and rationalize the supplier base, particularly within low-value categories, contributing to Procurement efficiency and sustainability objective.

What impact you can create at CHANEL:

In this role, you will contribute to strengthening Procurement performance by improving processes, enhancing tools, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives. You will play a key role in ensuring that Procurement delivers value to the business while supporting CHANEL’s sustainability ambitions and operational excellence.
This is an impact-focused summary of the role; responsibilities are not exhaustive and will be further detailed during interviews.

What you can bring to the team:

We are looking for a proactive, analytical, and collaborative individual with a strong interest in Procurement and business operations.

• Education Degree or Master’s in Procurement, Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Experience Previous experience in Procurement is a plus.
• Analytical Skills Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and support decision-making.
• Technical Skills Advanced Excel skills are required; knowledge of Power BI is a plus.
• Communication & Relationship Skills Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build long-term, trust-based relationships with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Mindset Curious, proactive, and energetic, with a strong willingness to learn and take ownership.
• Languages Fluent English is required; Portuguese is a plus.

We Are Offering:

At CHANEL, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth. This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in Procurement within a leading luxury brand.

• Be part of a world-class luxury brand with a strong culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Gain hands-on experience across a wide range of Procurement activities and strategic projects.
  Develop your analytical, negotiation, and project management skills in a dynamic environment.
• Build a strong understanding of how Procurement contributes to business value and performance.

If this description resonates with you, and you believe you are the perfect fit for this position, please apply by submitting your CV. We look forward to welcoming you to CHANEL Iberia.

At CHANEL, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth and contributes to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual enhances the diversity, complementarity, and effectiveness of our teams, and we strongly encourage your application.