Retail Operations Intern

At Karl Lagerfeld, we are driven by Karl’s mantra: “Embrace the present and invent the future.”

Our headquarters in Paris and in Amsterdam are home to a highly diverse and driven team of KARL family members that hail from over 50 countries.

Women’s & Men's ready-to-wear, bags, small leather goods, swimwear and underwear are managed directly from our Amsterdam headquarters, while other categories, including footwear, fragrances, eyewear and more, are developed with best-in-class licensing partners.

We connect with our consumers on multiple levels, ensuring that our online and offline approach goes hand in hand.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to join our team as a Retail Operation Intern. In this role, you will support the daily operations of the retail department while gaining valuable hands-on experience in the industry. You will have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in the industry and gain valuable skills that will benefit you throughout your career.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day tasks within the Retail Department
• Provide support to the Retail Operations department, including assisting store managers with operational and administrative tasks
• Collaborate with stores and the warehouse to ensure on-time replenishments
• Process and monitor store returns, ensuring proper tracking and issue resolution
• Support the opening of new stores by coordinating with various teams
• Coordinate cross-functionally to execute internal orders for different departments, considering factors such as warehouse capacity and stock levels

Skills, education & experience

• Currently enrolled in university
• Fluent in English, both verbal and written (additional languages are a plus, not required)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (VLOOKUPS, Pivot Tables)
• Proactive, organized, analytical mindset; ability to work independently; strong attention to detail
• Strong interest in analysis and applications
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to communicate openly, clearly, and constructively

Profile

• Able to work independently as well as in a team
• Able to work in an international work environment
• Interest & passion for the fashion industry
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a positive "can-do" attitude are a must
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Detail-oriented and proactive individual who is eager to learn and contribute to the success of our team
• Supply chain/logistics related study

Why #TEAMKARL?

• Opportunity to make an impact
• Working in the heart of Amsterdam
• Exclusive sample sales only for #TEAMKARL

Please note

Please note that we can only consider your application if you are enrolled for the full duration of your internship at your school or university. Also, due to Dutch legislation, you have to be in possession of European nationality or study in the Netherlands.