About the Role
We are seeking a Business Analyst Intern to join the French Portfolio Finance team. Within the Gold BU – Portfolio Finance team, the French Portfolio Finance team is is responsible for the long-term demand sales forecast, brand performance and revenue growth of Pernod Ricard brands in the cognac, champagne and rosé categories.
Key Responsibilities
Business Analysis
- Build, update, and optimize performance dashboards (sales, profitability, A&P, portfolio mix).
- Conduct ad hoc analyses to support decisions related to pricing, innovation, allocation, and market activation.
- Assist on European subsidies process (with our team and the markets)
- Identify and explain variances between forecasts, targets, and actuals, and contribute insights and recommendations.
- Assist in preparing monthly business reviews and presentations for top management.
Strategic Forecasting
- Contribute to the annual and quarterly forecasting processes (volume, value, mix, market performance).
- Support the development of strategic scenarios.
- Analyze consumption trends, category dynamics, market evolution, and competitive signals to consolidate forecast assumptions.
- Maintain, improve, and document internal forecasting tools (Excel, Power BI).
Market and Competitive Insights
- Monitor category trends, competitor initiatives, and market evolution.
- Provide relevant insights and benchmarking to support strategic discussions.
- Participate in deep‑dive analyses on portfolio rationalization, performance drivers, or market opportunities.
Profile
- Student in a Business School, Engineering School, or University (Master 1 or Master 2).
- A first experience in business analysis, controlling, finance or audit is appreciated.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and interest in data‑driven decision-making.
- Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Power BI or another BI tool is a plus.
- Ability to synthesize complex information and communicate insights clearly.
- Fluent in French and English
What the Internship Offers
- Direct exposure to strategic planning and business performance processes.
- Development of strong analytical, modeling, and forecasting capabilities.
- A transversal view of commercial, financial, and strategic challenges across markets.
- A collaborative and supportive team environment.
Benefits
- Monthly compensation based on academic level.
- Remote working policy (up to two days per week).
- Access to digital learning platforms.
- Subsidized company restaurant.
- Participation in internal corporate events and learning sessions.
Job Posting End Date:
Target Hire Date:
2027-01-04Target End Date:
2027-06-30Skills Required
- Current student in a Business School, Engineering School, or University at Master 1 or Master 2 level
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Interest in data-driven decision-making
- Proficiency in Excel
- Ability to synthesize complex information and communicate insights clearly
- Fluency in French and English
- First experience in business analysis, controlling, finance, or audit
- Familiarity with Power BI or another BI tool
Pernod Ricard Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Pernod Ricard and has not been reviewed or approved by Pernod Ricard.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay and benefits are described as strong overall, supported by comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside life and disability insurance. Wellbeing support is reinforced through mental-health resources and broader wellness programming.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as a standout part of the package, including a 401(k) with a match and an additional profit-sharing contribution for eligible employees. A legacy defined-benefit pension is also referenced for certain earlier hires, adding depth to long-term financial support.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are unusually broad, including paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, backup child/elder care resources, and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement. Additional supports such as Milk Stork and fertility/ART coverage further strengthen family-building coverage.
Pernod Ricard Insights
What We Do
Pernod Ricard is a convivial, responsible and successful global wine and spirits group and the #1 premium spirits organisation in the world. The Group represents 240 premium brands available in more than 160 countries. We are 18,500 exceptionally talented people worldwide with our own salesforce in 73 countries. Our portfolio is one of the most comprehensive in the market with every major category of wine and spirits, providing Pernod Ricard with a unique competitive advantage. To keep growing our business, transforming our industry and making a positive impact on the world, we believe in the power of human connection. Creating ‘convivialité’ is our business and our raison d’être. As ‘créateurs de convivialité’, our purpose is to turn every social interaction into a genuine, friendly and responsible experience of sharing. We believe there can be no convivialité with excess and strive to be sustainable and responsible at every step, from grain to glass.
