- Location
- Nantes Pays de la Loire France
- Address
- Rue Crébillon 2, 44003 Nantes View map
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Oct 14, 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 is hiring a Sales Associate for its Nantes boutique on a fixed-term contract from 7 to 27 December, working 35 hours. The role combines customer service and sales with independent store operations, product handling, merchandising and simple repairs.
Role & Responsibilities
- Share the Swatch universe by telling the story of its products, conveying its creativity and inspiring customers.
- Welcome and advise each customer with care, professionalism and elegance.
- Complete sales transactions and process payments.
- Independently manage store and cash register opening and closing.
- Receive and inspect products, and implement merchandising.
- Support after-sales service and carry out simple repairs.
- Keep the boutique immaculate through tidying, cleaning and replenishing shelves.
Qualifications
- Commercial training and a successful first experience in sales.
- Strong interest in watchmaking, jewelry and/or the luxury world.
- Product sensitivity and good knowledge of the sector.
- Excellent personal presentation, polished verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
- English at B2 level minimum, with the ability to interact confidently with international customers.
- Additional languages are an asset.
Skills
Experience
A successful first experience in sales.
Education
Commercial training.
Workplace
This position is based in Nantes, Pays de la Loire, France.
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Benefits
Meal vouchers with 60% employer contribution; company health insurance funded at 65% by the employer; 50% reimbursement of public transport subscriptions; supplementary SwissLife pension plan after 6 months of service; CSE benefits including products, activities and events.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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