Forecasting Intern

Chanel, Inc.; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 17.000 - 21.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Chanel in Geneva invites applications for a 6-month F&B Forecast Intern position, part of the Swiss Markets Region Forecasting team. You will assist in sales forecasting, dashboard development, and demand planning across markets, with exposure to S&OP discussions.

The role requires current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s program in relevant fields, strong analytical skills, advanced Excel, and fluency in French and English.

Qualifikationen

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to work with large datasets
• Excellent Excel skills and data handling capabilities
• Nice-to-have Power BI knowledge for dashboarding and reporting

Aufgaben

• Support sales forecasts for product launches, novelties, and permanent products across markets
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools to deliver actionable insights
• Assist markets in building robust forecasts by analyzing stocks, orders and sell-through
• Participate in monthly demand planning by reviewing forecasts and adjusting trends
• Analyze campaign and sell-in performance to identify risks and opportunities
• Contribute to allocation decisions in line with regional priorities and supply constraints
• Load and validate forecast quantities in forecasting systems and ensure data quality

Kenntnisse

Analytical mindset

Excel proficiency

Power BI knowledge

Multicultural communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain/Engineering/Data Analytics/Business

Tools

Power BI

Forecasting software

Jobbeschreibung

F&B Forecast Intern The Fragrance and Beauty division asserts its uniqueness through a promise: revealing the beauty of each woman in her most singular form through her perfume, make-up and skincare products. This philosophy is largely inherited from Mademoiselle Chanel, who has always worked to assert her own independence and that of all women. As part of the Swiss Markets Region Forecasting team, you will contribute to the definition of sales forecasts and support supply chain decision-making across key markets including Brazil, India, Mexico, Switzerland, Latin America, and Travel Retail Americas. Your work will directly contribute to key business and supply chain decisions in a complex, multi-market environment, with close exposure to S&OP discussions.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Sales Planning & Forecasting Support the preparation of sales forecasts for product launches, novelties, and permanent products across different markets.
• Develop and enhance dashboards and reporting tools to deliver actionable insights to stakeholders
• Assist local markets in building robust forecasts by analyzing stocks, orders and sell-through across all distribution channels (retail, wholesale, e-commerce)
• Participate in the monthly demand planning cycle by reviewing baseline forecasts, consolidating market inputs and adjusting statistical trends in the system.
• Analyze campaign and sell-in performance to identify risks and opportunities.
• Supply Planning & Allocation Management Contribute to allocation decisions in line with regional priorities, and supply constraints.
• Monitor ordering plans, quotas, allocations, and supply challenges at both market and SKU levels.
• Data & Systems Management Load and validate forecast quantities in forecasting systems while ensuring compliance with campaign guidelines and deadlines.
• Perform detailed data-quality controls across markets, channels, campaigns, and SKUs, ensuring accuracy and consistency of information.
• Business Support & Coordination Partner with local markets to collect, challenge, and consolidate forecast inputs.
• Support the preparation of key meetings (S&OP, business reviews) and contribute to ad hoc analyses and projects

WHAT WE ARE WAITING FROM YOU

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Data Analytics, Business, or a related field (mandatory internship agreement required)
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to work comfortably with large and complex datasets.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Interest in the Fragrance & Beauty and luxury environment
• Proficiency in Excel and good command of data tools; knowledge of Power BI is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in a multicultural context
• Fluent in French and English; Spanish or Portuguese is a plus
• Organized, proactive and adaptable, with a collaborative mindset

Job Information

• Full-time internship (100%), on-site in Geneva
• Start date: March 2027
• Duration: 6 months Internship must be part of an academic program and validated by academic credits

Company Information

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.