Hamilton Watch
Visual Merchandiser & Trainer - Central & West Region
Hamilton Watch, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
The Company
Hamilton has been an iconic name in precision watchmaking since its founding in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 1892. Its watches have synchronized the first railroads and furnished the wrists of soldiers, aviators and Hollywood stars, making over 500 appearances on the big screen. Hamilton has been at the forefront of innovations in design, technology and craft by launching the world’s first electric timepiece in 1957 and LED digital watch in 1970. A member of the Swatch Group, the global leader in watch manufacturing and distribution, Hamilton combines its American spirit with true Swiss precision.
Job Description As a Visual Merchandiser & Trainer with Hamilton, U.S., the position will be responsible to support the watch sales within our retail and wholesale account through visual merchandising and training. This role will oversee the visual representation of our Hamilton brand and products in all boutiques (retail and wholesale) within assigned Central/West Territory region. Visual Merchandiser & Trainer will also be responsible for maintaining training initiatives that will increase Hamilton brand and product knowledge. Tasks include the planning, organization, coordination, training and implementation of all Visual Merchandising measures that have been developed by the Hamilton.
This position is a field position.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Responsible for ensuring that store merchandise presentations meet Company standards and are in accordance with Company guidelines
Preparation of all communication materials as per visual displays in accordance to brand’s guidelines
Training of store managers on current visual standards
Contribute to achieving sales volume goals by ensuring effective presentations and maintenance of all product categories, making sure that all stores are set up correctly during promotions and regular business
Manage directly with vendor, the placement of visuals and follow up on all visual orders to ensure that all visual needs are implemented on time
Coordinate with internal team on centralized mailing of visual materials to trade location and ensure the stores place them
Partner with management in planning and executing functional training, leadership development, product and sales training and other needed training strategies
Provide comprehensive communication and training programs to stores
Look for any visual opportunities within or outside the stores and come up with great window decoration ideas
Identify possible business opportunities, keeping abreast of regional business trends by reading and understanding business reports
Create and maintain photo library of retail and wholesale location conditions prior to and after a visit
Provide a recap report of the store visits
Realize first-in-class set up and decoration of the Brands sponsored events, mono- and multi-brand related events, in order to maximize the Brand ’s visual impact according to brand guidelines
All duties assigned by Management
Education And Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required
College degree preferred
2-3 years of retail visual merchandising experience in specialty goods, jewelry, watches and related a plus
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint required
Must be motivated and a self-starter
Ability to foster relationships and maintain connections
Must thrive in a fast-paced, fluid environment and be able to prioritize multiple responsibilities, projects
Able to work weekends as needed; Travel up to 80%
Additional Skill Requirements
Able to organize and execute presentations
Must be a confident communicator and presenter
Must be self-motivated and a self-starter; quick learner for a multifaceted business and companion domestic and international staff;
Must possess strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills with multi-tasking abilities in a fast-paced corporate environment;
Understand and follow work rules and procedures
Must be a team player
Must be able to travel via plane, car or mode of transportation as prescribed by management within the US Domestic territory
Equal Opportunity Employer The Swatch Group is an equal opportunity employer that promotes diversity and is committed to environmental sustainability.
Benefits
Excellent health, dental and vision insurance (employee and dependents are eligible 1st of the month following 30 days; generous employer contribution)
Immediate participation in the 401(k) and 100% vested employer match after one year (maximum 4% employer match with 5% employee contribution)
Company paid life insurance and Long Term Disability
18 days of PTO per year
Special bucket of sick time per year extended paid time for medical, parental and military leave
Holiday pay
Voluntary FSA, STD, Accident/Hospital Indemnity insurance
Employee product discount
Base Salary Starting at $65K
Job Location West Alabama Street 5137, 77056 Houston TX, United States (Texas)
Company Address The Swatch Group (U.S.) Inc. 800 Waterford Way Suite 1000 Miami, FL 33126 USA
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Job Description As a Visual Merchandiser & Trainer with Hamilton, U.S., the position will be responsible to support the watch sales within our retail and wholesale account through visual merchandising and training. This role will oversee the visual representation of our Hamilton brand and products in all boutiques (retail and wholesale) within assigned Central/West Territory region. Visual Merchandiser & Trainer will also be responsible for maintaining training initiatives that will increase Hamilton brand and product knowledge. Tasks include the planning, organization, coordination, training and implementation of all Visual Merchandising measures that have been developed by the Hamilton.
This position is a field position.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Responsible for ensuring that store merchandise presentations meet Company standards and are in accordance with Company guidelines
Preparation of all communication materials as per visual displays in accordance to brand’s guidelines
Training of store managers on current visual standards
Contribute to achieving sales volume goals by ensuring effective presentations and maintenance of all product categories, making sure that all stores are set up correctly during promotions and regular business
Manage directly with vendor, the placement of visuals and follow up on all visual orders to ensure that all visual needs are implemented on time
Coordinate with internal team on centralized mailing of visual materials to trade location and ensure the stores place them
Partner with management in planning and executing functional training, leadership development, product and sales training and other needed training strategies
Provide comprehensive communication and training programs to stores
Look for any visual opportunities within or outside the stores and come up with great window decoration ideas
Identify possible business opportunities, keeping abreast of regional business trends by reading and understanding business reports
Create and maintain photo library of retail and wholesale location conditions prior to and after a visit
Provide a recap report of the store visits
Realize first-in-class set up and decoration of the Brands sponsored events, mono- and multi-brand related events, in order to maximize the Brand ’s visual impact according to brand guidelines
All duties assigned by Management
Education And Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required
College degree preferred
2-3 years of retail visual merchandising experience in specialty goods, jewelry, watches and related a plus
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint required
Must be motivated and a self-starter
Ability to foster relationships and maintain connections
Must thrive in a fast-paced, fluid environment and be able to prioritize multiple responsibilities, projects
Able to work weekends as needed; Travel up to 80%
Additional Skill Requirements
Able to organize and execute presentations
Must be a confident communicator and presenter
Must be self-motivated and a self-starter; quick learner for a multifaceted business and companion domestic and international staff;
Must possess strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills with multi-tasking abilities in a fast-paced corporate environment;
Understand and follow work rules and procedures
Must be a team player
Must be able to travel via plane, car or mode of transportation as prescribed by management within the US Domestic territory
Equal Opportunity Employer The Swatch Group is an equal opportunity employer that promotes diversity and is committed to environmental sustainability.
Benefits
Excellent health, dental and vision insurance (employee and dependents are eligible 1st of the month following 30 days; generous employer contribution)
Immediate participation in the 401(k) and 100% vested employer match after one year (maximum 4% employer match with 5% employee contribution)
Company paid life insurance and Long Term Disability
18 days of PTO per year
Special bucket of sick time per year extended paid time for medical, parental and military leave
Holiday pay
Voluntary FSA, STD, Accident/Hospital Indemnity insurance
Employee product discount
Base Salary Starting at $65K
Job Location West Alabama Street 5137, 77056 Houston TX, United States (Texas)
Company Address The Swatch Group (U.S.) Inc. 800 Waterford Way Suite 1000 Miami, FL 33126 USA
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