Swatch Assistant Store Manager

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Supervisor
Posted
Sep 8, 2026

About Swatch

Swatch is an iconic Swiss watchmaking brand that has redefined timekeeping through bold design, precision engineering, and a democratic spirit of creativity since 1983. As an employer, the brand offers an energetic, international environment where innovation, craftsmanship, marketing flair, and cultural relevance converge. Employees are invited to contribute to a house known for challenging convention, celebrating individuality, and bringing Swiss quality to a global audience. With the strength of the Swatch Group behind it, Swatch provides opportunities across product development, retail, communications, operations, and digital transformation, attracting talents who thrive at the intersection of design, technology, and contemporary lifestyle.

Swatch seeks an Assistant Store Manager in Bruges to lead retail operations, coach staff, and drive sales performance. Full-time, permanent role with benefits.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support the Store Manager in coaching, inspiring and motivating the team to achieve sales targets
  • Embody Swatch and Flik-Flak brand values and guarantee the highest standards of customer welcome and experience
  • Advise on and facilitate the sale of products, ensuring quality of service and merchandise presentation
  • Drive customer acquisition and loyalty through engagement and product expertise
  • Maintain the appearance of the shop, windows, counters and merchandise displays
  • Manage administrative tasks including customer orders, delivery control, and inventory of shop materials in the Store Manager's absence
  • Integrate and train new employees on sales skills, product knowledge, and visual merchandising
  • Organize all shop tasks to optimize customer service and team efficiency
  • Transfer important information to the Store Manager regarding daily business performance and staff matters
  • Participate in events, training sessions, and team meetings
  • Carry out inventory, restocking, and other administrative tasks as directed
  • Maintain compliance with dress code and store regulations

Qualifications

  • Several years of sales experience in a retail store environment
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
  • Rigorous, organized approach with strong interpersonal and business orientation
  • Advanced proficiency with Excel
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Positive, enthusiastic and empathetic personality with team spirit
  • High attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously

Skills

Sales expertise Team leadership and coaching Customer service excellence Product knowledge and sales techniques Visual merchandising Advanced Excel Inventory management Administrative communication

Experience

Several years of sales experience in a retail store environment, with demonstrated ability to manage and motivate teams toward sales objectives.

Education

Not specified

Workplace

This position is based in Bruges, West Flanders, Belgium.

Benefits

Hospital insurance, meal vouchers, ecocheques, mobility travel reimbursements, 13th month bonus, commissions

Culture

Swatch fosters a vibrant, creative workplace where Swiss precision meets bold self-expression and accessible design. As an employer, it encourages innovation, collaboration, and a playful entrepreneurial spirit, bringing together diverse teams across retail, design, marketing, and operations in a dynamic international environment.

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.

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Swatch

Swatch Assistant Store Manager

Bruges, Belgium

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