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Job Description

As a Visual Merchandiser & Trainer with Hamilton, U.S., the position will be responsible to support the watch sales within our retail and wholesale account through visual merchandising and training. This role will oversee the visual representation of our Hamilton brand and products in all boutiques (retail and wholesale) within assigned East Coast region.

This position is a field position.

Profile

Visual Merchandising Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain visual merchandising standards across retail and wholesale store locations, ensuring compliance with Company guidelines and brand standards.
• Conduct regular store visits to evaluate visual execution, providing on-the-spot adjustments and recommendations.
• Contribute to achieving sales volume goals by ensuring effective presentations and maintenance of all product
categories, making sure that all stores are set up correctly during promotions and regular business.
• Prepare and distribute communication materials related to visual displays in accordance with brand guidelines.
• Manage vendor relationships by placing and following up on visual orders to ensure timely implementation and centralized mailing of visual materials to trade location.
• Coordinate internal distribution of visual materials to stores, ensuring compliance and visibility.
• Collaborate with retail locations, regional teams, and brand leadership to plan and execute floor sets, window displays, seasonal transitions, and promotional setups.
• Identify visual merchandising opportunities within and outside stores, developing innovative window decoration ideas.
• Create and maintain a photo library documenting boutique conditions before and after visits.
• Provide recap reports summarizing store visit findings and improvement recommendations.
• Assist Visual Manager and SIS Project Manager with identifying SIS opportunities and maintenance/renovation needs.
• Lead first-class setup and decoration of brand-sponsored events, mono- and multi-brand related, to maximize visual impact.
• Partner with management in planning and executing functional training, leadership development, product and sales training and other agreed training strategies.

Training & Development Responsibilities

• Facilitate training sessions for store managers and associates focused on current visual merchandising standards, product placement, and customer experience best practices.
• Provide comprehensive communication and training programs to stores
• Partner with management on planning and executing functional, leadership, product, and sales training programs.
• Provide ongoing coaching to store teams, identifying skill gaps and recommending development initiatives.
• Foster strong relationships with store teams to support adoption of visual and training standards.

Additional Responsibilities
• Monitor regional business trends, competitor trends by reading and understanding business reports and identify potential opportunities to support sales growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; College degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of retail visual merchandising experience, preferably in specialty goods, jewelry, or watches.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Proven ability to coach and train diverse teams in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong eye for design, layout, and brand storytelling through product presentation.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• The work schedule will vary from Monday through Friday and may include an occasional weekend.
• Ability to domestically and internationally up to 80-85% of the time (minimum 4 days per workweek).

Physical Requirements:

This is primarily active position which requires the Visual Merchandiser & Trainer to move about the various locations while continuously climbing ladders, bending, stooping, lifting, reaching, moving and carrying up to 40 lbs. There is frequent travel to multiple retail locations within assigned territory. The position requires the ability to operate motor vehicles, computers and tablets, communicate clearly, and engage physically with visual merchandising setups. Finger dexterity is necessary. Occasional evening or weekend work to support store openings, seasonal transitions, or special events.

Additional Skill Requirements:

• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Confident communicator and presenter.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and a quick learner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to remain engaged and responsive when working remotely.
• Flexibility to work extended hours when required.
• Willingness to accept feedback and continuously improve.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the role. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Visual Merchandiser & Trainer. Duties, responsibilities and activities may evolve or change at any time
with or without notice.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual base salary range for this position is $70,000–$77,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience and skills. This position is also eligible for an annual bonus.

The Swatch Group is an equal opportunity employer that promotes diversity and is committed to environmental sustainability.

• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance (employee and dependents are eligible 1st of the month following 30 days; generous employer contribution)
• Immediate participation in the 401(k) and 100% vested employer match after one year (maximum 4% employer match with 5% employee contribution)
• Company paid life insurance and Long Term Disability
• 18 days of PTO per year
• Special bucket of sick time per year extended paid time for medical, parental and military leave.
• Holiday pay
• Voluntary FSA, STD, Accident/Hospital Indemnity insurance
• Employee product discount

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Stellenbeschreibung

Wir suchen zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt einen

Account Manager (all genders) Region Nord

Dafür suchen wir Dich:

• Akquise von Neukunden
• Verantwortung für das Erscheinungsbild der Marke am POS // stationär und digital (Lagerbestand, Präsentation, Homepage, Social-Media-Aktivitäten etc.)
• Training des Verkaufs-Know-Hows aller Mitarbeitender durch regelmäßige Schulungen
• Sicherstellung der Aktualität sämtlicher Geschäftsdaten auf monatlicher Basis (Abverkauf, Lagerbestand, Sortiment, Digitale KPIs)
• Beziehungs- & Kontaktpflege: Vorstellung individuell zugeschnittener Angebote
• Aktive Unterstützung des stationären Fachhandels, auch beim digitalen Wandel
• Erstellung eines Aktivitäten Jahresplans für stationäre und digitale Kampagnen
• Enge Absprache mit dem Marketing bezüglich der Entwicklung von Kunden

Was Dich dafür auszeichnet:

• Mehrjährige Erfahrungen im Vertrieb, gerne im Bereich von Konsumgütern / Quereinsteiger mit dem passenden Mindset sind ebenfalls sehr willkommen!
• Selbstständige Arbeitsweise und sehr hohe Reisebereitschaft
• Du überzeugst mit Durchsetzungsstärke und Verhandlungsgeschick
• Hands-On-Mentalität und Aufbruchsstimmung strahlst Du aus
• Eine hohe digitale Affinität bringst Du mit
• Fließende Deutsch- sowie gute Englisch- und EDV-Kenntnisse

Damit Du Dich bei uns wohlfühlst, bieten wir Dir:

• Tauche mit uns ein in die faszinierende Welt von Hamilton und lass Dich davon mitreißen.
• Freue Dich auf Deine neue Aufgabe in einem familiengeführten Schweizer Traditionsunternehmen.
• 30 Urlaubstage, Urlaubs- und Weihnachtsgeld – für uns eine Selbstverständlichkeit.
• Social Benefits von Betrieblicher Altersvorsorge über Mitarbeiterrabatte bis hin zu Jobrad und Firmenfitness.
• Teamgeist und Du Kultur wird bei uns großgeschrieben und gelebt.
• Entwickle Dich individuell weiter und gestalte mit uns Deine Zukunft.
• Eigenverantwortliches Arbeiten und die Chance Ideen aktiv einzubringen, umzusetzen und Deinen eigenen „Fußabdruck“ zu hinterlassen.
• Persönliche Einarbeitung in ein abwechslungsreiches Aufgabengebiet inklusive Welcome Day für neue Mitarbeitende.

Findest Du Dich und Deine Talente wieder und möchtest Teil der Swatch Group Welt werden? Dann nutze Deine Zeit und zeig uns wie Du tickst! Bewirb Dich jetzt über nachfolgenden Link auf unserem Karriereportal. https://www.swatchgroup.com/de/job-finder

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Wir freuen uns auf Deine Bewerbung!

Wir sind die erfolgreiche und marktführende deutsche Tochtergesellschaft des größten europäischen und weltweit führenden Anbieters von Markenuhren, der Swatch Group.

Kontaktperson

Susanne Wilm-Lang

Human Resources

The Swatch Group (Deutschland) GmbH

https://www.hamiltonwatch.com/