A. Lange & Söhne Watch Sales Associate
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About A. Lange & Söhne
A. Lange & Söhne is a German maison of haute horlogerie celebrated for mechanical excellence, meticulous artisanal finishing and restrained, technical design. Operating within the Richemont group, the brand’s retail network foregrounds discreet luxury, rigorous product knowledge and long‑term client relationships.
A. Lange & Söhne Watch Sales Associate in Tokyo—join a prestigious luxury timepiece boutique, serving discerning clientele in haute horlogerie.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver consultative customer service and sales support within the A. Lange & Söhne Tokyo boutique, including pre- and post-sale engagement with VIP and high-net-worth clientele
- Manage in-store and off-site events, exhibitions, and promotional activities, coordinating product presentations and client hospitality
- Administer customer relationship management (CRM) and inventory control systems; process watch repair and servicing requests with meticulous attention to detail
- Collaborate with the Japanese retail team and German headquarters to ensure brand consistency and operational excellence
Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of professional sales and customer service experience in luxury consumer goods, hospitality (hotel/airline), or high-end retail
- Demonstrated passion for timepieces and deep familiarity with mechanical watch engineering and horology is highly valued
- Fluent in Japanese; English and/or Mandarin Chinese proficiency is strongly preferred
- Proven ability to build and maintain trust-based relationships with affluent clientele, with flexibility and responsiveness to bespoke customer needs
- Strong hospitality mindset with meticulous attention to detail and cultural sensitivity
- Watch maintenance or technical expertise is a plus; horology certification is advantageous
Skills
Experience
Minimum 1 year of professional sales or customer service experience in luxury consumer goods, luxury hospitality (hotel or airline staff), or high-end retail environments. Prior experience in the watch or jewelry industry is valued but not required; enthusiasm for haute horlogerie and a willingness to develop specialized product knowledge are paramount.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant training in horology, hospitality management, or luxury brand certification is advantageous but not mandatory.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan.
Culture
The brand cultivates a culture of artisanal rigor, technical excellence and understated elegance; employees are expected to combine horological knowledge with refined client service. Teams are specialist and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on product education and long‑term client stewardship.
About Cerulean
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