Biel/Bienne
SENIOR VISUAL MERCHANDISING PROJECT LEADER 100%
- 29 Juni 2026
- 100%
- Festanstellung
Über den Job
The company
At Swatch, we thrive on surprise. Whether it's with our collections, action sports or artistic collaborations, we don't stay inside the box. We're here to shake things up with our striking designs, which always reflect the zeitgeist but never fail to catch the eye. That's what we do best, and that's what we've done since 1983.
Our team is a collective of passionate people, headquartered in Switzerland and present worldwide. We are visionaries and revolutionaries - unwaveringly true to ourselves and unafraid to do things differently. Together, we are here to make the world a little more colorful and exciting by embracing newness and boldness. You might even say that we're more than just a watch company.
Are you one of us? Join our team.
In order to reinforce the Visual Merchandising team at its Headquarters in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland, SWATCH is currently searching for a
SENIOR VISUAL MERCHANDISING PROJECT LEADER 100%
Job description
- Manage all the visual merchandising campaigns for the collaboration
- Creation of the VM concept and Guidelines
- Work closely with the HQ departments: retail team, advertising, communication, event, product managment
- Work in collaboration with all markets to guide them (new store opening and new launches)
- Brief the suppliers and creation of samples
- Main responsible for the collaborations with OMEGA and Blancpain
- VM responsible for American markets (incl CA, USA, MX and LATAM) and Switzerland
- Development / design of VM new tools
Profile
We're looking for someone with awesome visual design skills and strategic visual merchandising vision to help creating next-generation visual merchandising for a dynamic and engaged brand base.
You are highly flexible, detail-oriented, committed and a proactive team player with creative, organizational, multi-task skills and a hands-on attitude. In addition, you bring excellent communication skills.
Professional requirements
- Degree in Visual Communications, Interior Design, or Visual Merchandising
- Minimum 5 years' experience in visual merchandising, preferably within an international retail environment. Experience in watches, fashion, accessories, or a design agency is an advantage
- Excellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Proficiency in SketchUp or AutoCAD
- Strong visual awareness with a flair for contemporary and impactful design solutions
- Up-to-date with current design trends and technologies, with a solid understanding of typography, colour, and composition
- Ability to lead projects from concept through implementation and final delivery
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects of varying complexity simultaneously
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to translate brand strategy into impactful retail concepts with a strong commercial mindset
- Experience with international store openings and visual merchandising implementation
- Experience managing suppliers, agencies, and project budgets
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
- Willing to travel internationally
Languages
In addition, you are fluent in English, German and/or French is a great asset.
Company address
Your new employer:
At Swatch we don't do boring. We thrive on innovation and infuse our pioneering and adventurous spirit into everything we do. As such we operate in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that values creativity, teamwork and openness. We want our people to feel inspired to bring their best and authentic self to work and actively seek to create an environment that prioritizes diversity, equity and inclusion and where individuals feel heard and appreciated.
We strongly believe that happy and healthy employees are the key to success. That is why we offer attractive benefits including:
Work and holidays:
- Flexible 40 working hours / week
- 25 days of annual leave
Health insurance / Pension fund:
- Contribution to health insurance costs
- First class pension fund
Maternity/Paternity :
- Extended maternity leave
- Family allowances beyond legal requirements
Further training:
- Training and development plan
- Paid language courses
Mobility:
- Unique and modern buildings and outdoor facilities
- Convenient location and access via public transport
- Free underground parking and access to bike sharing
F&B:
- Subsidized on-site canteen and food trucks
- Free coffee and tea
Other:
- Product discounts
- Wellness benefits and fitness programs
- Fun workplace events
Contact
If you feel this challenging opportunity meets your profile and expectations, please click on the APPLY link to send us your CV in English.
SWATCH Ltd.
Human Resources
Nicolas G. Hayek Strasse 1
CH - 2502 Biel/Bienne