A. Lange & Söhne Retail Manager, External Boutiques
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
About A. Lange & Söhne
A. Lange & Söhne is a German haute horlogerie maison renowned for precision engineering, artisanal finishing and sophisticated complications. Operating within the Richemont group, the brand combines Saxon watchmaking heritage with exacting quality standards and a client-centric luxury service philosophy.
A. Lange & Söhne — Berlin seeks a Retail Manager, External Boutiques to lead boutique operations, sales and client relations across partner locations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and manage operations of external partner boutiques in the Berlin region, ensuring consistent delivery of A. Lange & Söhne brand standards.
- Drive sales performance and commercial targets through active coaching, forecasting, KPI analysis and implementation of local action plans.
- Develop and mentor boutique teams and partner personnel to elevate service standards, clienteling and product knowledge specific to haute horlogerie.
- Own inventory control, stock replenishment and loss-prevention procedures in coordination with central wholesale and logistics teams.
- Ensure compelling visual merchandising and window standards in line with global guidelines; coordinate local implementation and audits.
- Build and maintain high-value client relationships and VIP programs; oversee local CRM usage and bespoke client engagement activities.
- Prepare regular management reports, budget reconciliations and contribute to commercial planning with regional leadership.
- Act as the primary liaison between the brand and external retail partners regarding contractual compliance, training and after-sales escalation.
Qualifications
- Proven track record in luxury retail management, ideally within watches, jewelry or high-end accessories.
- Demonstrable ability to meet and exceed sales KPIs, manage P&L responsibility and deliver commercial growth.
- Strong leadership and coaching skills with experience developing multi-site or partner teams.
- Excellent clienteling and relationship-management capabilities, including VIP service delivery.
- Solid organisational competence in inventory control, merchandising standards and loss-prevention.
- Fluent German and strong English communication skills; additional languages advantageous.
- Availability to travel between boutique locations and to represent the brand at client events.
Skills
Experience
Typically 5+ years in luxury retail with at least 2 years in a managerial or area-management capacity; direct experience in watches/horology or fine jewelry strongly preferred.
Education
Bachelor’s degree or vocational qualification in business, retail management, hospitality or a related field; equivalent professional experience in luxury retail will be accepted.
Workplace
The role is situated in Berlin, Berlin, Germany.
Culture
The maison prizes artisanal excellence, precision and discretion; colleagues are expected to combine technical knowledge of haute horlogerie with impeccable client service. The working environment emphasises meticulous standards, continual professional development and close collaboration between boutique teams and central ateliers.
About Cerulean
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