Swatch Sales Assistant
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Apr 13, 2026
About Swatch
Swatch is a globally recognised watch brand within The Swatch Group, a Swiss watchmaking conglomerate. The brand is known for accessible, design-led timepieces and a strong retail network of corporate stores and boutiques. The Italian subsidiary, The Swatch Group (Italia) S.p.A., supports marketing, sales and retail operations across major city centres, shopping centres and airports in Italy.
Swatch seeks a part‑time Sales Assistant (30 hrs) in Florence, Italy — temporary retail role with The Swatch Group (Italia) S.p.A.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional in-store customer service, advise clients on product features and build lasting client relationships.
- Achieve individual and store sales targets through proactive selling and clienteling.
- Operate the point-of-sale system, handle cash and card transactions accurately and complete daily till reconciliation.
- Maintain boutique presentation standards: visual merchandising, window displays and regular replenishment of the shop floor.
- Manage inventory tasks including stock receipts, labeling, backstock organisation and periodic stock counts.
- Provide after-sales support including basic product care guidance, warranty handling and liaison with service teams.
- Comply with company policies on store security, loss prevention and brand presentation.
Qualifications
- Proven customer-facing experience in retail; experience in watches, jewellery or luxury goods is an advantage.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a commercial, sales-driven mindset.
- Numerical accuracy and experience with cash handling and POS transactions.
- Flexibility to work a rotating schedule including weekends, public holidays and peak retail hours.
- Right to work in Italy and ability to perform role on a temporary/contract basis.
Skills
Experience
Previous retail experience is required; at least 1 year in a customer-facing sales role is preferred. Prior exposure to watches, jewellery or luxury retail environments is advantageous.
Education
High school diploma (or equivalent) preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Florence, Tuscany, Italy.
Culture
Swatch's culture emphasises creativity, design and accessibility within a dynamic retail environment. Employees operate in an international, fast-paced network of corporate stores where brand presentation and customer experience are paramount.
About Cerulean
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