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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 Northeast Territory region. Visual Merchandiser & Trainer will also be responsible for maintaining training initiatives that will increase Hamilton brand and product knowledge. Tasks include the planning, organization, coordination, training and implementation of all Visual Merchandising measures that have been developed by the Hamilton.

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

Als Führungspersönlichkeit mit Leidenschaft für Markenprodukte übernimmst Du die Verantwortung für unsere Marke Hamilton in Deutschland. Zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt suchen wir am Standort Eschborn in Vollzeit eine*n

Brand Manager (all genders)

Dafür suchen wir Dich:

• Verantwortung übernehmen: Du trägst die Verantwortung für Hamilton in Deutschland – inklusive Budget, Kosten, Marketing und Personal (volle P+L-Verantwortung).
• Kundenbeziehung & Geschäftsentwicklung: Du pflegst intensive Kontakte zur Bestandskundschaft auf Basis der von der Muttergesellschaft definierten Strategie und erschließt aktiv neue Zielgruppen sowie Vertriebs- und Absatzkanäle.
• Teamführung: Du führst fachlich und disziplinarisch ein Team von 5 Mitarbeitenden in den Bereichen (Key) Account Management, E-Commerce, Vertriebsinnendienst, Marketing und PR.
• Motivation & Entwicklung: Mit klaren Zielvorgaben, regelmäßigen Teamevents und Deiner motivierenden Art stärkst Du den Teamspirit.
• Hands-on-Mentalität: Du packst im Tagesgeschäft mit an und bringst Deine Energie und Zielorientierung aktiv ein.
• Vertrauensvolle Zusammenarbeit: Du berichtest direkt an den Geschäftsführer Deutschland und stimmst sämtliche Vertriebs- und Marketingaktivitäten eng mit dem Stammhaus in der Schweiz ab.
• Die Marke leben: Du bringst eine hohe Produkt- und Designaffinität mit und lebst diese aktiv in Deiner Rolle als Markenbotschafter/in. Dabei bist Du bundesweit viel unterwegs.
• Analysen & Reporting: Du arbeitest intensiv mit KPIs, ABC-Analysen und weiteren Steuerungsinstrumenten.

Was Dich dafür auszeichnet:

• Du bringst mindestens 7 Jahre Erfahrung im Marketing- und Vertriebsumfeld von Markenprodukten mit und hast ein abgeschlossenes betriebswirtschaftliches Studium.
• Du hast mindestens 3 Jahre Erfahrung in der Personalführung und überzeugst durch Kommunikationsstärke sowie Deine charismatischen Führungsqualitäten.
• Du begrüßt Veränderungen als Chance und legst großen Wert auf einen offenen und fairen Umgang mit Menschen.
• Du bist Impulsgeber, Motivator und Organisationstalent und behältst die Zielerreichung stets im Blick.
• Idealerweise hast Du bereits Erfahrung in der Zusammenarbeit mit einer ausländischen Muttergesellschaft gesammelt.
• Fließende Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse runden Dein Profil ab.

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 und weitere Sonderleistungen – 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.
• 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.

Diversität, Inklusion und Chancengleichheit Wertschätzung, Fairness und Gleichbehandlung sind die Grundregeln innerhalb der Belegschaft, und ein zentraler Erfolgsfaktor für die Swatch Group. Wir wissen Diversität und Inklusion am Arbeitsplatz wertzuschätzen und bevorzugen Bewerbende die schwerbehindert sind, bei gleicher Eignung.

Wir freuen uns auf Deine Bewerbung! https://www.swatchgroup.com/de/job-finder

Kontaktperson

Susanne Wilm-Lang

Human Resources

The Swatch Group (Deutschland) GmbH

Job description

As the National Wholesale Manager, you will lead Hamilton’s independent wholesale business across Canada, driving sales growth, market expansion, and retailer engagement. Reporting to senior leadership, you will execute sales strategies, manage key retail partnerships, identify new business opportunities, and ensure strong brand representation across the wholesale network. This role combines account management, business development, merchandising oversight, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve national sales objectives.

Starting base pay: $80,000.00 plus annual performance bonus.

Benefits

• Health benefits, including dental and vision coverage
• RRSP contributions with company match
• Company discount
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days

Responsibilities Include

Wholesale Sales & Business Development: Drive wholesale sales across Canada by achieving revenue targets, expanding distribution, and identifying new retail partners. Develop territory plans, present business opportunities, and secure new accounts that support sustainable growth.

Key Account Management: Build strong relationships with independent retailers and key accounts. Conduct business reviews, support growth initiatives, increase sell-through, and ensure alignment with Hamilton’s brand standards and objectives.

Product & Inventory Management: Work with retail partners to optimize assortments, inventory levels, and merchandising strategies. Analyze sales trends and recommend product, pricing, and distribution plans that improve profitability and customer demand.

Brand Representation & Merchandising: Champion Hamilton’s brand by ensuring consistent execution of merchandising standards and marketing programs. Oversee in-store displays, product launches, and overall brand presentation.

Sales Promotions & Retail Activation: Develop and execute promotions, events, contests, and product launches that drive customer engagement, increase traffic, and improve sales results.

Retail Training & Education: Provide product and brand training to retail teams through presentations, demonstrations, and ongoing coaching to strengthen selling capabilities and customer experience.

Market Analysis & Strategic Planning: Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and performance metrics. Identify opportunities and develop recommendations that support growth and distribution expansion.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Marketing, Brand Management, Operations, Customer Service, and Finance to support account onboarding, inventory planning, promotions, and operational excellence.

Employment Status:

Salaried, Full-Time (40–44 hours per week on average). Flexibility to work additional hours, holidays, and peak business periods as required. Regular car and air travel is expected.

Working Conditions:

This position requires regular travel, including being on the road throughout the Toronto/GTA region 2–3 days per week, travelling to Montreal every 6–8 weeks, the Maritimes approximately once per year, and Western Canada and the Prairies every 12 weeks. Both car and air travel are required.

Moderate physical effort is required. The role involves setting up merchandising displays and handling product shipments, which may require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and holding boxes and store fixtures weighing up to 35 lbs., and occasionally more with appropriate assistance and equipment. The position is considered low risk for workplace injury.

Profile

• Strong sales leadership and business development capabilities.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective presentation, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Results-driven with a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Collaborative team player capable of influencing across functions and organizational levels.

Professional requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field (preferred).
• 5–8 years of experience in wholesale sales, account management, business development, or luxury/consumer goods retail.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and managing key retail partnerships.
• Experience developing new business opportunities and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, inventory management, and merchandising principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively within Canada.