Merchandise Financial Planning Internship

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products (such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions), iconic brands that consumers love (such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network), and leading e-commerce platforms.

Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

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Are you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world? Join us in redefining the boundaries of what’s possible.

Your role

We are looking for a Retail Merchandise Financial Planning Intern who will support the Retail Merchandise Financial Planner in all core planning, budgeting, and performance‑monitoring activities across frames, sunglasses, and lenses categories. The role plays a key part in sales planning, product performance analysis, and inventory optimization within a cross‑functional retail environment.

Main responsibilities:

• Support Budget & Forecast processes by translating banner financial targets into product targets (sales, units, AUR, margin) for frames and sunglasses, and integrate lenses‑related metrics.
• Contribute to Monthly Business Review (MBR) analysis, reviewing product performance (units mix, AUR, margin) and highlighting deviations versus budget and forecast.
• Adapt sales projections based on performance results and communicate updates to Demand Planning and Supply Chain teams.
• Support obsolescence management through forecasting and optimization of excess stock, recall planning, and collaboration with Supply Chain, Supply Chain Controlling, and Local Finance.
• Plan sales and monitor inventory KPIs to achieve sales, gross margin, and inventory productivity goals.
• Partner with Finance to ensure budget alignment and meet financial targets.
• Analyze product performance and contribute to in‑season assortment strategy adjustments.
• Prepare monthly brand‑level financial and profitability analysis, highlighting business insights and key drivers.
• Collaborate with Merchandisers and the Assortment team to develop sales and facings plans at brand level.
• Work cross‑functionally with Merchandising, Finance, Assortment & Buying, Supply Chain, Store Planning, and Local Planning teams.

Main requirements:

• Strong analytical mindset with solid problem‑solving capabilities.
• Good mathematical skills and strong planning/organizational abilities.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced environments, manage multiple tasks, and adapt quickly (fast learner and flexible).
• Strong cross‑functional communication and collaboration skills.
• Good knowledge of Excel (formulas, VLOOKUP, pivot tables); advanced proficiency is a plus.
• Proficient in PowerPoint and Word.
• Educational background in Management, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, or similar fields; international experience is considered a plus.
• Proficient in Italian and English, other languages are a plus

What’s in it for you

In EssilorLuxottica, you are not defined just by your job title. Each career adventure is unique; have a glimpse of some of the benefits you will enjoy as a successful candidate:

• Access to our cutting-edge learning platform, Leonardo, and personalized development programs to help you grow professionally and personally.
• Access special offers for employees on a vast range of eyewear, eye care products, and fashion apparel, so you can enjoy our world-class brands firsthand.
• Enjoy our “Disconnect Program” a holistic approach to work-life balance, including initiatives for mental health, yoga, jogging sessions in Sempione Park, and more, designed to help you recharge and stay healthy.

Recruiting process

Our recruitment process may vary; If you are selected, you will be contacted by our recruiters to guide you through the specific steps for your application.​

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment​

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.