Kering Indirect Procurement Intern

Summary

About Kering

Kering is a global, family-led luxury group, home to people whose passion and expertise nurture creative Houses across couture and ready-to-wear, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear and beauty: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735, as well as Kering Eyewear and Kering Beauté. Inspired by their creative heritage, Kering Houses design and craft exceptional products and experiences that reflect the Group’s commitment to excellence, sustainability and culture. This vision is expressed in our signature: Creativity is our Legacy. In 2024, Kering employed 47,000 people and generated revenue of €17.2 billion.

Job Description

Your opportunity

We are looking for a motivated and curious Procurement Intern to join our Procurement team.
The intern will support the procurement of goods and services, working closely with colleagues from the department and other business functions to ensure efficiency, quality, and cost optimization throughout the purchasing process.

How you will contribute

• Support the Procurement team in supplier research and selection activities.
• Collaborate on the request and analysis of quotations, comparing offers and commercial conditions.
• Update and maintain supplier databases and procurement-related reports.
• Analyse spending data and contribute to the development of category strategies.
• Support the negotiation of contracts and framework agreements.
• Assist the team in calculating and formalizing savings within the management tool.
• Take part in procurement process optimization projects.
• Main spending categories: Fleet, General Services, Security Services, IT, Professional Services, Construction, Store Planning, Sustainability Projects.

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree or final-year student in Economics, Management Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related fields.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of key purchasing processes.
• Excellent command of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Good knowledge of English and Italian (spoken and written). The role requires participation in meetings with colleagues of various nationalities.
• Proactive attitude, teamwork skills, and results orientation.

Why work with us?

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the social, environmental landscape of one of the world’s most influential luxury Groups. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their potential in an open, diverse and stimulating work environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. 

Job Type

Student (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Start Date

2025-12-09

Schedule

Full time

Organization

KERING ITALIA S.P.A.