VIE - Procurement Associate / Chargé d'Achats - New York (H/F)
About The Position
Hermès of Paris seeks a motivated and versatile Procurement Associate (VIE) to join our New York team. Reporting to the Procurement Director, you will support procurement activities across diverse categories, gaining exposure to strategic sourcing, supplier engagement, and contract management in a dynamic, international environment. This VIE assignment offers a unique opportunity to develop procurement expertise within a luxury retail context, while contributing to Hermès' operational excellence and sustainability initiatives.
Requirements
- Master's degree (or equivalent) in Procurement, Finance, Business, or related discipline
- First professional experience or internships in Procurement, ideally within Luxury, Retail, or Hospitality industries
- Strong analytical skills, curiosity, and ability to learn quickly
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Entrepreneurial spirit, proactive mindset, and ability to work in a multicultural environment
Responsibilities
- Assist in building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders
- Support the development and implementation of category strategies through data analysis and market research
- Contribute to supplier database management and market intelligence gathering
- Participate in RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes
- Assist in supplier evaluation, negotiation preparation, and contract follow-up
- Monitor supplier performance and support corrective action plans
- Contribute to annual supplier risk analysis campaigns
- Promote Hermès' sustainability initiatives within assigned categories
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Clothing, Clothing Accessories, Shoe, and Jewelry Retailers
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
