Swatch Project Coordinator
Swatch — Project Coordinator in Alcobendas, Spain. Coordinate cross‑functional watch projects and product launches for The Swatch Group.
Overview
Swatch is a consumer-facing brand within The Swatch Group, the world’s leading finished-watch manufacturer and a multi-brand house spanning all price segments. The Group combines Swiss watchmaking craftsmanship with industrial-scale manufacturing, vertical integration of movements and components, and a global retail and distribution network.
Role & Responsibilities
- Coordinate cross-functional project plans across product development, production, procurement and quality to ensure on-time delivery of watch collections and product launches.
- Monitor project schedules, milestones and deliverables; identify risks and escalate issues with proposed mitigation actions.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to align priorities, consolidate requirements and follow up on technical specifications.
- Maintain project documentation, status reports and KPI dashboards; prepare progress updates for senior management.
- Support budget tracking, change-control processes and supplier performance evaluations.
- Drive continuous-improvement initiatives to streamline project workflows and reduce time-to-market.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, industrial management or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- Proven organisational skills with a methodical approach to planning, follow-up and documentation.
- Strong stakeholder management and written/verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment and to work across technical and commercial teams.
- Professional working proficiency in English; knowledge of Spanish is advantageous.
Experience
Typically 3+ years of project coordination or project support experience, preferably within manufacturing, product development or the watch/luxury goods sector. Experience working with cross-functional teams and external suppliers is expected.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, industrial engineering or equivalent experience.
Workplace
This position is based in Alcobendas, Madrid, Spain, within easy reach of Madrid. Cerulean lists 2 open roles in Alcobendas, including 1 posted recently. The broader Madrid area accounts for 116 active listings on Cerulean, 3 of which are new. In Spain as a whole, Cerulean currently features 277 open positions, with 4 posted this week.
Culture
Swatch fosters a culture that blends Swiss precision with creative energy. The workplace emphasises craftsmanship, product innovation and operational excellence while offering exposure to international teams and fast-paced product cycles. Collaboration across technical and commercial functions is central to delivery and career development.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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