Pernod Ricard, Finance Business Analyst Internship

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.

• 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.