Visual Merchandising Intern

Founded in Florence in 1860, Panerai forged its reputation by developing precision instruments and professional watches for the Royal Italian Navy, renowned for their reliability and functional design. Rooted in performance, purpose, and precision, the Maison embraces its heritage while pushing the boundaries of innovation, combining Italian design with Swiss expertise. Today, Panerai continues to create tool watches that serve as trusted companions for every adventure, even in the most demanding environments.

As our next Visual Merchandising Intern, you will support VM project managers across various initiatives, including Point of Sale Material (POSM), window animations, and special VM tools. Your responsibilities will encompass managing POSM and gift material operations, covering purchasing, planning, stock analysis, forecasting, and order optimization. You will also handle window animation orders, from collection and prototyping to production, logistics, and database management. This role involves coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure project completion, as well as liaising with markets to define their specific needs, logistical requirements, and to ensure procurement and compliance.

Your impact

• Analyze Visual Merchandising Point of Sale Material (POSM), stock (central and local) and creating action plans under the guidance of the team.
• Collect orders Point of Sale Material (POSM), windows animations and special VM tools at a worldwide level.
• Analyze worldwide consumption to prevent overstocking, running out of stock, and right-sizing orders.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to manage tender processes and ensure on-time deliveries for Point of Sale Material (POSM), windows animations and special VM tools, adhering to production schedules.
• Collaborate with internal team members to handle windows animations: collect orders from markets, handle prototyping and production with suppliers, handle the logistics with local markets and suppliers.
• Update the main façade database and have it updated by markets at each new windows animation.
• Maintain SAP Purchasing orders, reference creation, and supplier creation.
• Support the creation of Visual Merchandising (VM) guidelines, encompassing Point of Sale Material (POSM) and windows animations.
• Develop reports and presentations, including the design and execution of surveys to measure satisfaction and animation effectiveness.

Your profile

• Degree in Economics or Marketing, or a related discipline.
• Eligibility for a curricular internship.
• Proficiency in English (both written and verbal) is essential; French is considered a plus
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel skills and Powerpoint.
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• High level of reliability and a professional work ethic.
• Genuine interest in purchasing, planning, and project coordination.

Why join us?

At Panerai, you will thrive in a dynamic and international environment guided by a shared passion for innovation and precision. We value diverse talents, perspectives, and experiences, embracing individual strengths to drive collective success. We offer opportunities for continuous learning and growth, empowering you to build a fulfilling career within Panerai.

Your recruitment journey

1st Stage – After your application has been selected, our recruitment team will reach out to you within 2 weeks to conduct an introductory call

2nd Stage – Interview with the Recruiter and the Line Manager

3rd Stage – Interview with the Senior HR Manager

Compensation

• Monthly internship allowance of €900
• 8€ Meal Voucher per worked day