Richemont Purchasing Manager, Watches
- Location
- Le SentierVaudSwitzerland
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Jul 22, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is one of the world’s foremost luxury groups, stewarding a distinguished portfolio of maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Montblanc. As an employer, it combines the heritage of artisanal excellence with a forward-looking culture shaped by innovation, client-centricity and responsible business. Its global teams operate in an environment that values craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering opportunities to grow within iconic maisons and group functions alike. Richemont attracts professionals who aspire to contribute to enduring luxury, preserving rare savoir-faire while helping define the future of high craftsmanship.
Richemont Purchasing Manager, Watches in Le Sentier – luxury procurement leadership for timepiece division.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with business objectives for the watches division
- Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to secure optimal pricing and terms
- Oversee procurement of components, materials, and finished watches across multiple sourcing channels
- Monitor supply chain performance, inventory levels, and delivery timelines
- Collaborate with product development, operations, and finance teams to ensure quality standards and cost efficiency
- Analyze market trends and competitive pricing to inform procurement decisions
Qualifications
- Proven experience in luxury goods procurement or related sectors
- Demonstrated expertise in vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management
- Strong understanding of watches, horology, or comparable luxury product categories
- Proficiency in supply chain management systems and procurement tools
- Excellent analytical and financial acumen
Skills
Experience
5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in luxury goods, fashion, or comparable premium sectors; demonstrated success managing complex sourcing operations and high-value supplier relationships.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or related field.
Workplace
This position is based in Le Sentier, Vaud, Switzerland, within easy reach of Lausanne.
Culture
Richemont fosters a refined, international workplace where its Maisons preserve exceptional craftsmanship while benefiting from the strength and perspective of a global luxury group. As an employer, it values long-term stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and the development of talent within an environment shaped by heritage, creativity, and high standards.
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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