Swatch Group Retail Controller

Eindhoven • Netherlands

Friday, December 27, 2024

The Swatch Group is a prestigious global conglomerate renowned for its Swiss watch brands, including Swatch, Omega, Longines, Tissot, Hamilton, Certina, Rado, and Balmain. The Swatch Group Netherlands serves as the sales organization for these esteemed brands within the Netherlands. Operating from its headquarters in Eindhoven, the company supplies independent jewelers and large retail chains, while also managing a growing number of proprietary retail outlets, such as Swatch Stores, a Tissot boutique in Amsterdam, and an Hour Passion store in the Designer Outlet in Roermond.

1. Manage the financial administration and controlling for Swatch Group Netherlands' retail operations.
2. Oversee all transactions and processes related to proprietary stores, ensuring full P&L and balance sheet responsibility.
3. Conduct daily bank reconciliations and sales reconciliations between POS and ERP systems (SAP).
4. Perform periodic analysis of gross margins and expenses.
5. Report and discuss retail results with the management team, both locally and internationally.
6. Contribute to the development of business cases for new store openings.
7. Validate pricing strategies.
8. Lead inventory controlling within the finance team.
9. Participate as a member of the operational project team for new store openings.
10. Conduct store audits to ensure compliance with internal procedures and perform periodic inventory counts.

1. Minimum HBO degree in finance or a related field.
2. Proven experience in financial controlling roles.
3. Experience within a retail organization is preferred.
4. Strong accuracy and attention to detail with an ability to maintain a strategic overview.
5. Excellent communication skills.
6. Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently.
7. Proactive and initiative-driven.

1. Proficiency in IT systems such as SAP, SAP BW, and Office 365, with advanced Excel skills.
2. Fluency in Dutch and good command of English, both written and spoken.

Demonstrable experience in financial controlling roles, preferably within a retail setting.

Minimum HBO degree in finance or a related field.

Competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including 26 vacation days based on full-time employment and excellent pension scheme.

Opportunity to work in a growing international organization in the heart of Eindhoven, with a diverse and challenging role for 40 hours per week. Option to enroll in a collective health insurance plan through The Swatch Group. Structural remote work is not possible.

The Swatch Group Netherlands fosters a dynamic and collaborative work environment, emphasizing precision, innovation, and teamwork. Employees are encouraged to take initiative and contribute to the company's growth and success.