<section data-logic-value="htmlblock" id="mission" class="html-block blockListblock"><!----><h2 class="title html-blocktitle"> About the role </h2><div class="rich-text"><p><b>Fixed Term Contract(1 year)</b></p><p><b>Start: January 2027</b></p><p><b>Join the Lacoste Team as our MerchandisingIntern!</b></p><p><b>Reporting to: Senior Managerfor Planning &amp; Merchandising Operations</b><b></b></p><p><b>Hybrid working: London office /home (3:2)</b>&nbsp;</p><br><p>At Lacoste, webelieve that everyone brings a unique touch to our collective spirit. Here, weare passionate teams, united by the same values. Together, we create memorableexperiences for our customers by inspiring and connecting with them. Bothuniversal and timeless, the brand brings together cultures and generations.Elevating the crocodile as a rallying sign, to grow, inspire, and make alasting impact in the world of fashion and retail. </p><p>As our Merchandising Intern, you will play animportant role within the Merchandising, Operations and Supply Chain team,supporting the execution of key processes that ensure the right products areavailable at the right time across our UK &amp; Ireland business. Workingclosely with the Merchandising Operations Manager and teams across SupplyChain, Retail, Wholesale, Marketing and Finance, you will gain valuableexposure to the full product lifecycle, from seasonal planning and product launchesthrough to inventory management, reporting and commercial analysis. This is anexciting opportunity to develop your skills within a premium global brand,contribute to the success of Lacoste UK &amp; Ireland, and gain hands-onexperience in merchandising, product operations and commercial decision-making.<b><i></i></b></p><p><b><i><u>Your responsibilities:</u></i></b></p><ul><li><b>Support MerchandisingOperations: </b>Assistin managing UK Retail Picks and implementations, monitor retail orderbooks,allocations and key product launches, and support seasonal product launches andrange updates.</li><li><b>Drive Product &amp; AssortmentAccuracy</b>:Prepare and maintain price lists, product images and line sheets, whilesupporting the maintenance of assortments across our B2B platform andmerchandising systems.</li><li><b>Support Supply Chain &amp; Operations</b>: Track inbound shipments,communicate updates to the wider business, monitor key delivery dates andcollaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure a smooth product flow.</li><li><b>Coordinate Samples &amp;Showroom Activities</b>: Support sample allocation and tracking, assist with showroom set-up,product presentations and help coordinate Wholesale sample sales and relatedlogistics.</li><li><b>Deliver Reporting &amp; MarketInsights</b>: Assistin pulling trend data for seasonal briefs, support competitor and marketresearch, and help prepare reports, presentations and seasonal analyses for thewider business.</li><li><b>Contribute to Team Projects</b>: Maintain merchandisingtrackers, provide administrative support to the team and contribute to ad hocprojects that drive operational efficiency and business performance.</li></ul><br><p><u><b><i>Why join Lacoste?</i></b><b>&nbsp;</b></u></p><p>Working at Lacoste means…</p><p>Representing an iconicbrand that’s part of the MF Brands Group, alongside Aigle, Gant, andTecnifibre, paving the way for exciting internal mobility opportunities.&nbsp;Joining a team thatvalues personal and collective development, where everyone is encouraged to growand evolve.&nbsp;Balancing passionand well-being, because we believe that everyone needs time to recharge. Embracing our DurableElegance approach – placing our products and value chain at the heart ofour sustainability ambitions, with a mission to elevate them to environmentalexcellence. As well as fostering social inclusion by making equal opportunitiesa reality through impactful opportunities.</p><p><b><i><u>Rewards &amp; Benefits:</u></i></b></p><ul><li>&nbsp;<b>Health&amp; Wellbeing: </b>Regular team activities (e.g. run club, yoga), Private Healthcare(optional), Employee Assist Programme with the Retail Trust&nbsp;</li><li><b>Holidays:</b>25days per year plus usual UK bank holidays and an additional 10 days each yearto work remotely from abroad.</li><li><b>Swag:</b> up to 65% offLacoste products&nbsp;</li><li><b>Learning&amp; Development: </b>Continuous support on your learning journey from dayone</li><li><b>Parenthood:</b>Enhancedfamily leave and pay from day one, paid Assisted Conception leave</li><li><b>Extras</b>: Employee Referral,Long Service Award, Social Committee events</li></ul><p><b>&nbsp;</b></p><p><b><i><u>Ready to join a uniqueadventure?</u></i></b></p><p><b>1st step</b>: Apply now and livethe Lacoste candidate experience&nbsp;</p><p><b>2ndstep</b>:First call with the Talent Acquisition Business Partner&nbsp;</p><p><b>3rdstep</b>:Interview with the SeniorManager for Planning &amp; Merchandising Operations and the Merchandise Planner</p><p><b>4th step</b>: Accept thechallenge and become a Lacoste teammate!</p><br><p style="text-align: center;"><i>We aim to support allcandidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplaceadjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application, feelfree to get in touch with us by email <a href="mailto:uktalent@lacoste.com">uktalent@lacoste.com</a> (please include 'WorkplaceAdjustments' in the subject line).</i></p></div></section><section data-logic-value="htmlblock" id="profile" class="html-block blockListblock"><!----><h2 class="title html-blocktitle"> Profile </h2><div class="rich-text"><p></p><p><b><i><u>Your profile:</u></i></b></p><ul><li><b>Share the same values</b>: Play as One Team | Play with Elegance | Play by Daring | Play with Tenacity&nbsp;</li><li><b>Passion for Fashion &amp; Retail: </b>Genuine interest in the fashion, premium or sportswear industry, with enthusiasm for the Lacoste brand and the market in which we operate.</li><li><b>Strong Analytical Skills</b>: Comfortable working with data and trends, with the ability to interpret information, identify opportunities and support commercial decision-making.</li><li><b>Technical Proficiency:</b> Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, with confidence in creating reports, analysing data and preparing presentations.</li><li><b>Organisation &amp; Attention to Detail</b>: Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.</li><li><b>Communication &amp; Collaboration:</b> Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships and collaborate with teams across Retail, Wholesale, Supply Chain, Marketing and Finance.</li><li><b>Curiosity &amp; Initiative</b>: Positive, proactive and eager to learn, with the confidence to take initiative and contribute to projects in a fast-paced environment.</li><li><b>Commercial Awareness</b>: Interest in consumer trends, product strategy and business performance, with an eagerness to understand how merchandising decisions drive commercial success.</li><li><b>Growth Mindset</b>: Motivated to learn, develop new skills and gain broad exposure to merchandising, operations and supply chain within a premium global brand.</li></ul><p></p></div></section><section data-logic-value="htmlblock" id="additionalinfo" class="html-block blockListblock"><!----><h2 class="title html-blocktitle"> Equal opportunities </h2><div class="rich-text">At Lacoste, we are committed to making equal opportunities a reality.Inherited from our unique vision of fashion-sport, equal opportunities move us forward and our recruitment methods follow this commitment by focusing on skills and embracing all types of talents.We commit to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where elegance goes beyond style and where each of us is given the chance to fulfill our greatest potential.</div></section>