Tissot Retail Sales Associate
- Location
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Apr 14, 2026
About Tissot
Tissot is a Swiss watchmaking maison renowned for accessible technical timepieces and traditional craftsmanship. Part of the Swatch Group, Tissot combines watchmaking heritage with contemporary innovation and operates an international network of boutiques and retail partners.
Tissot seeks a Retail Sales Associate (contract) for Boulevard Haussmann, Paris — fixed-term 01/07/2026–31/08/2026.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional, personalised client service and build long-term client relationships through proactive clienteling.
- Advise customers on Tissot mechanical and quartz watch collections, translating technical product features into client benefits.
- Achieve individual and boutique sales targets through upselling, cross-selling and follow-up.
- Manage point-of-sale transactions, returns, warranty registrations and basic after-sales enquiries accurately.
- Maintain boutique presentation and visual merchandising standards, ensuring product displays, window dressing and boutique cleanliness reflect brand guidelines.
- Support stock control and inventory processes including receiving, tagging and cycle counts.
- Record client interactions and sales activity in CRM systems and hand over after-sales cases to service teams when required.
- Adhere to company policies for loss prevention, security and compliance with brand directives.
Qualifications
- Right to work in France for the duration of the fixed-term contract (01/07/2026–31/08/2026).
- Proven retail sales experience, preferably 1+ year in luxury retail, watches or jewellery.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a client-focused, consultative sales approach.
- Availability to work retail hours including weekends and peak summer shifts.
- Professional presentation, reliability and strong numeracy for cash and POS handling.
- Fluent French; working knowledge of English desirable for international clientele.
Skills
Experience
Minimum one year of retail sales experience; prior experience in luxury watchmaking, jewellery or premium accessories is strongly preferred.
Education
Secondary-school diploma; vocational training in retail, hospitality or luxury retail is an advantage.
Workplace
This position is based in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
Culture
Tissot blends Swiss watchmaking tradition with accessible innovation, offering a professional retail environment that values product expertise and client service. Boutique teams operate with a strong emphasis on craftsmanship, team collaboration and brand standards.
About Cerulean
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