Visual Merchandising & Implementation Manager (f/m/x)

BREITLING; Grenchen; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home (depending on position)

Watch to wear / watch to buy program

Referral program

Development opportunities

Maternity leave

Culture of feedback

Job summary

Breitling is seeking a Visual Merchandising & Implementation Manager to lead global concepts across boutiques, points of sale, trade fairs and events from Grenchen. You will translate creative direction into compelling retail experiences, coordinating with Marketing, Retail and Architecture teams to ensure consistency and premium branding worldwide.

In this role you will develop guidelines, manage product availability and allocation, oversee budgets and timelines, and collaborate with external

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in Visual Merchandising and/or Store Design.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration across markets.
• Background in architecture or design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement global visual merchandising strategy across window displays, in-store exhibitions, product presentations, and special displays.
• Develop and distribute visual merchandising guidelines to ensure consistent execution across all retail locations.
• Manage product availability and allocation across markets, ensuring alignment with business priorities and market needs.
• Implement creative concepts for seasonal campaigns, product launches, and special events in collaboration with Marketing and Communications.
• Coordinate shipments and deliveries between suppliers, headquarters, and local markets.
• Guide and support retail teams in applying visual merchandising standards and guidelines.
• Monitor the effectiveness of visual merchandising initiatives and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders across Commercial, Marketing, Retail, and Architecture teams, ensuring smooth collaboration.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers, agencies, and service providers, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Support local markets in implementing global visual merchandising concepts and initiatives, adapting execution to local needs where required.
• Manage project timelines and quality standards, ensuring delivery in line with business requirements.
• Monitor and report on the annual visual merchandising budget, support budget planning, and ensure effective cost management across projects.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Store Design

Project Management

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

We are a dedicated Squad on a mission to redefine Swiss watchmaking, rooted in our legacy since 1884. Driven by innovation and precision we create timepieces that combine modern-retro design with casual, approachable, and sustainable luxury — powered by passionate teams around the world.

For our global team, we are looking for a Visual Merchandising & Implementation Manager to bring our brand to life across retail environments worldwide.

In this role, you will shape and implement our global visual merchandising concepts, ensuring a consistent and compelling brand experience across boutiques, points of sale, trade fairs, and events. Combining creative vision with strong project management skills, you will work closely with teams across the business and external partners to turn ideas into impactful retail experiences.

Join our vibrant team in Grenchen as a Visual Merchandising & Implementation Manager and be a part of something extraordinary!

Your contribution:

• You will implement the global visual merchandising strategy across window displays, in-store exhibitions, product presentations, and special displays.
• You will develop and distribute visual merchandising guidelines to ensure consistent execution across all retail locations.
• You will manage product availability and allocation across markets, ensuring alignment with business priorities and market needs.
• You will implement creative concepts for seasonal campaigns, product launches, and special events in collaboration with Marketing and Communications.
• You will coordinate shipments and deliveries between suppliers, headquarters, and local markets.
• You will guide and support retail teams in applying visual merchandising standards and guidelines.
• You will monitor the effectiveness of visual merchandising initiatives and identify opportunities for improvement.
• You will coordinate internal stakeholders across Commercial, Marketing, Retail, and Architecture teams, ensuring smooth collaboration throughout each project.
• You will manage relationships with external suppliers, agencies, and service providers, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• You will support local markets in implementing global visual merchandising concepts and initiatives, adapting execution to local needs where required.
• You will manage project timelines and quality standards, ensuring delivery in line with business requirements.
• You will monitor and report on the annual visual merchandising budget, support budget planning, and ensure effective cost management across projects.

You will fit well to our Squad if:

• You have 7–10 years of relevant experience in Visual Merchandising and/or Store Design, ideally within an international retail environment.
• You have strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• You have a strong aesthetic sense and a solid understanding of design principles and premium retail environments.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at different levels and across markets.
• You have a background in architecture or design, which would be considered an advantage.
• You are fluent in English, French would be a plus.
• You are willing to travel nationally and internationally for project implementation and site visits.
• You are organised, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to balance creative thinking with practical execution.

Your new employer

At Breitling, we encourage everyone to bring true authenticity to work and contribute to our shared mission to redefine luxury. We prioritize the well-being of our employees by fostering an environment of diversity, equity and inclusion, where every voice is heard and valued.

We believe that happy, healthy employees are the key to success, which is why we offer competitive benefits, including:

• Work from home (depending on position requirements)
• Watch to wear / watch to buy program
• Referral program
• Development opportunities
• Maternity leave (18 weeks)
• Culture of feedback

Our values:

At Breitling we are...EPIC! :

• Entrepreneurship – We take ownership, act with agility, and dare to challenge the status quo.
• Performance – We strive for excellence and deliver with impact, precision, and passion.
• Innovation – We embrace creativity and continuously push boundaries to shape the future.
• Care – We look after our people, our clients, and our planet, with respect and responsibility.

We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects the excellence and refinement that define our brand. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We invite candidates from all walks of life to share their applications to join our Squad, where inclusion is at the heart of our vision of elegance and prestige.

Please note that the use of protective equipment is required for certain roles to maintain the highest standards of safety and precision during operations in our workshops.