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First at FENDI Internship Program - Retail Operations UK

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Fendi

3d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Customer Relations
    Logistics
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree, strong fashion interest, computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint), fluency in English, excellent communication, adaptability, and strong customer orientation.
  • You will support procurement, coordinate store operations, facilitate communication, analyze data, ensure compliance, oversee maintenance, manage stock, and assist with special sales activities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree
  • Strong knowledge and/or interest for fashion/luxury industry
  • Computer skills and proficiency with the Suite Office (Excel; Powerpoint)
  • Fluency in English
  • Strong communication and excellent relational skills
  • Confidence, organization, professionalism
  • Team player who can adapt to different environments
  • Solution driven
  • Strong customer orientation skills

Responsibilities

  • Support the procurement and purchasing of goods & services for the Retail department.
  • Close cooperation with Retail Directors and Store Managers in daily activities, providing both administrative and operative support
  • Provide administrative support to Retail Operations for UK
  • Facilitate communication and execution among the stores, company departments and Retail Operations team on various topics (budgeting, targets assignment, uniforms, etc…)
  • Create analysis and presentations to support business needs
  • Supervise Stores’ adherence to Company procedures and guidelines
  • Coordinate ordinary and extraordinary store maintenance: IT hardware and software, equipment, security systems, administrative filing, etc
  • Coordinate and supervise Special Sales activities
  • Monitoring Stock management and Cycle count planning with the stores to ensure deadlines are met each month
  • Store Visits with the Retail Operations for UK
  • Working closely with Cites Dept and Supply Chain departments

FAQs

What is the duration of the First at FENDI Internship Program?

The internship program lasts for 6 months.

What will be the main project focus for the intern?

The main project focus will be a dedicated business-oriented project related to Retail Operations.

Where is the internship based?

The internship is based in the Head Office located in London.

Will the intern have opportunities to collaborate with others?

Yes, the intern will work closely with Retail Directors, Store Managers, and other departments.

What kind of support will the intern provide to the Retail Operations?

The intern will provide administrative and general support to the Retail Operations across the UK, facilitating activities and communication among stores and departments.

Is a specific educational background required for this internship?

Yes, a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree is required.

What skills are important for this internship?

Important skills include strong knowledge or interest in the fashion/luxury industry, proficiency in Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint), strong communication and relational skills, and being solution-driven.

Is fluency in languages required?

Yes, fluency in English is required.

Are there opportunities for store visits during the internship?

Yes, the intern will conduct store visits with the Retail Operations team for the UK.

Will there be a focus on compliance with company procedures?

Yes, the intern will supervise stores’ adherence to company procedures and guidelines.

What kind of computer skills are needed for this role?

Proficiency with computer skills, especially in the Suite Office (Excel and PowerPoint), is required.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1925
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The house of FENDI was established by Adele and Edoardo Fendi in Rome in 1925. The opening of the first FENDI boutique – a handbag shop and fur workshop followed. Soon winning international acclaim, FENDI emerged as a brand renowned for its elegance, craftsmanship, innovation and style. The collaboration with the late Karl Lagerfeld began back in 1965 and lasted 54 years, in 1992 Silvia Venturini Fendi seconded him in the Artistic Direction. In 1994 she is given responsibility of Leather Goods Accessories and then the direction of the Menswear line. In 2000 the LVMH Group acquires FENDI becoming in 2001 its majority shareholder. In September 2020 Kim Jones is appointed Artistic Director of Couture and Womenswear, while Delfina Delettrez Fendi, fourth generation of the Fendi family, joins the Maison as Artistic Director of Jewelry. Today FENDI is synonymous with quality, tradition, experimentation and creativity.