Merchandising Intern

August 5, 2024

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Job Description

About Giorgio Armani

The Armani Group is a leading global fashion and luxury goods powerhouse, boasting over 10,500 direct employees, 12 production plants, and a presence in 60 countries with over 2,704 boutiques. They design, manufacture, distribute, and retail a wide range of fashion and lifestyle products, including apparel, accessories, eyewear, watches, jewelry, home interiors, fragrances, and cosmetics under their renowned brand names: Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, and Armani Exchange.

Job Description: A|X Merchandising Intern

The A|X Merchandising Team is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Merchandising Intern to join their team for the Fall 2024 semester. This internship offers an immersive experience within the world of Armani, allowing you to gain valuable hands-on experience and develop your skills in the fashion industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting: Assist with weekly business reporting and meeting preparation for the Merchandising team.
Analysis: Contribute to seasonal competitive product and pricing analysis.
Presentation Preparation: Assist in creating compelling PowerPoint presentations for upper management.
Meeting Participation: Attend various meetings and actively participate in discussions.
Project Work: Engage in ongoing semester projects. Previous examples include Brand Collaboration research, Competitor Analysis Projects (Marketing Campaigns, RTW Newness, Trend Analysis), Sneaker and Accessory Release Calendar, and Website Analysis Project.

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficient in Microsoft Systems, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Detail-oriented and capable of working under tight deadlines.
• Prior experience or internships in merchandising, buying, planning, or a related field is a plus.
• Knowledge of merchandising functions is beneficial.

Who You Are:

• Demonstrates a strong interest in understanding business and organizational goals, with a desire to learn about the world of Armani.
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and pays meticulous attention to detail.
• Previous work experience or internships in related fields are a plus.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program.
• Available for a minimum of 3 days in the office within Monday-Thursday.
• This is an unpaid internship, but proof of school credit is required.

This internship provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the Armani brand, gain valuable experience in the fashion industry, and contribute to the success of the A|X Merchandising team.