Pre-Owned Watch Buyer (12653)

The Watches of Switzerland Group; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury watch retailer in the UK is seeking a Watch Buyer for their Pre-Owned Team. The role involves maintaining stock levels, facilitating part-exchanges, and supporting sales activities. Ideal candidates will have experience with luxury watches and a target-oriented mindset. The company offers a range of benefits and values diversity in the workplace.

Benefits

Holiday Purchase Scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Virtual GP service

Share Save Scheme

Birthday Off

Wellbeing Tools

Discount Scheme

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Qualifications

• Experience with luxury Swiss watches required.
• Proven ability to achieve results as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain stock levels and facilitate part-exchanges.
• Support sales activities and ensure high-quality products.

Skills

Commercial Awareness

Team Collaboration

Self-Motivated

Target-Oriented

IT Literacy

Education

Experience with Luxury Swiss Watches

Experience in Buying Pre-Owned Watches

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Watch Buyer to join our Pre-Owned Team. In this key role, you will be responsible for maintaining stock levels, facilitating part-exchanges, and supporting sales activities.

The ideal candidate will be commercially aware, collaborate effectively with other buyers, and assist store colleagues in potential sales, ensuring we offer high-quality products aligned with the Group's values and margin expectations.

About you

• Experience with luxury Swiss watches.
• Self-motivated, positive, and proactive.
• Target-oriented with a proven ability to achieve results as part of a team.
• Experience in buying pre-owned watches, understanding repair costs, and working within strict margins.
• IT literate, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, and adaptable to new systems.

About us

Watches of Switzerland Group is a FTSE-250 retail company with nearly 3,000 employees across the UK, Europe, and the US. We are the UK's leading luxury watch retailer, with over 190 showrooms and 77 mono-brand boutiques in partnership with brands like Rolex, OMEGA, TAG Heuer, and Breitling, along with seven e-commerce websites.

Our success stems from strong partnerships with prestigious luxury watch brands, supported by impactful marketing and innovative technology, providing our clients with a modern, distinctive luxury experience. Our highly trained and motivated team is dedicated to delivering exceptional client service and fostering inclusive teams.

Our new headquarters in Carlton Park, Leicester, spans 75,000 sq ft and accommodates over 500 employees. It features amenities such as a mini market, lounges, a multi-faith room, and a parent room.

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional client experiences, expertise, and approachability, making every interaction memorable.

Some of our benefits

• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP service
• Share Save Scheme
• Birthday Off
• Wellbeing Tools
• Discount Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay

We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment that values employees' backgrounds and perspectives. Applications are reviewed anonymously, focusing on qualifications, skills, and experience.