Audemars Piguet Retail Specialist, Europe
- Location
- TolochenazVaudSwitzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- May 8, 2026
About Audemars Piguet
A prestigious luxury maison operating across selective retail networks in Europe and globally. The employer emphasizes craftsmanship, elevated client service and high-standards merchandising, and is part of the broader ecosystem of international luxury groups serving discerning clientele.
Confidential luxury brand — Retail Specialist, Europe in Tolochenaz, Switzerland. Lead regional retail operations, KPI analysis and commercial rollouts.
Role & Responsibilities
- Own retail performance programmes for Europe: monitor KPIs, analyse sales trends and translate data into actionable initiatives to maximise store productivity and ADR.
- Coordinate rollout of commercial initiatives across markets, ensuring consistent execution of merchandising, pricing, clienteling and marketing campaigns.
- Act as the primary liaison between regional stores and cross‑functional teams (merchandising, CRM, supply chain and marketing) to accelerate resolutions and implement improvements.
- Support recruitment, training and continuous development of store teams; design and deliver workshops and e-learning to drive sales techniques and brand standards.
- Manage inventory and allocation processes in collaboration with planning teams to optimise assortments and minimise stock imbalances.
- Oversee visual merchandising and store standards, partnering with VM and operations to ensure coherence with seasonal concepts and local adaptations.
- Lead project management for in‑market activations, new store openings, and operational pilots, including local stakeholder alignment and post‑launch analysis.
Qualifications
- Minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, retail management, marketing or a related discipline.
- Typically 5+ years of professional experience in luxury retail or premium goods, with demonstrable exposure to multi‑market coordination.
- Proven track record of delivering commercial improvements in a retail network, including KPI management and project rollouts.
- Experience coaching frontline teams and conducting retail training programmes.
Skills
Experience
Mid‑senior level experience required: five or more years in luxury or premium retail environments, with prior responsibility for regional or multi‑market retail initiatives and hands‑on store operations.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in business, retail management, marketing or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
Workplace
This position is based in Tolochenaz, Vaud, Switzerland, within easy reach of Lausanne.
Culture
The employer cultivates a culture rooted in craftsmanship, client focus and commercial rigour. Teams operate in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where excellence in store execution and elevated customer experiences are paramount.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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