<p>The Merchandising Internship program provides on-the-job experience to college students where they can apply concepts, principles, and skills learned from the classroom. This 10-week program exposes the intern to our airport retail organization with a special focus on merchandise buying. The intern will work closely with a buying office to learn the many facets of the product life cycle process. This role provides hands-on experience in inventory analysis, trend forecasting, and merchandising operations in a dynamic environment. They will also be exposed to the cross functional relationship between buying and planning, replenishment, visual, and store operations.</p> <p>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li> <p>10-week introduction to Paradies Lagardere that combines training and hands on experience with an airport buying office. Gain knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of an assistant buyer.</p> </li><li> <p>Curriculum will include but not limited to the following areas:</p> </li><li> <p>Company and Airport Industry Overview</p> </li><li> <p>Strategy and Assortment Development including line review process.</p> </li><li> <p>Vendor Relations and Negotiation</p> </li><li> <p>Retail Pricing, Promotion, and Non-Retail Income</p> </li><li> <p>Data / PO management</p> </li><li> <p>Business analysis</p> </li><li> <p>Planning and Replenishment</p> </li><li> <p>Visual Merchandising</p> </li><li> <p>Store communication - Tools and Procedures</p> </li><li> <p>Interview at least 5 leaders throughout our organization to better understand their functions and perspectives on the business.</p> </li><li> <p>In partnership with your supervisor and student faculty, gain approval to solve a problem or opportunity that will benefit Paradies Lagardere. Present findings to our organization's management and faculty staff.</p> </li><li> <p>Fulfill all other assignments included in the internship syllabus including weekly reports, daily journal, company portfolio, etc.</p> </li></ul> <p>POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program with a minimum 2.5 GPA </li><li>Pursuing a degree in Fashion Merchandising, Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or a related field. </li><li>Store experience a plus </li><li>Ability to work independently in a hybrid work environment. </li><li>Succinct interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills </li><li>Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Word and Excel </li><li>Understanding of retail math and analytical skills </li><li>Ability to participate and present ideas/opinions in department meetings. </li><li>Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to adapt easily and positively to change. </li><li>Ability to excel in a highly team orientated environment. </li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks, organize and prioritize workload, and complete work with a sense of urgency, accuracy, and follow-up. </li></ul> <p>Benefits:</p> <ul> <li>Practical experience in merchandising and retail strategy </li><li>Exposure to airport retail operations and vendor management </li><li>Networking opportunities with industry professionals </li><li>Potential for future employment opportunities </li></ul>