Marketing & Merchandising Assistant — Watches (Internship)

Overview

Richemont is a global luxury goods group that houses prestigious maisons across watchmaking, jewellery and accessories. The group combines artisanal savoir‑faire with international retail and wholesale networks, offering opportunities to work at the intersection of product craftsmanship, brand storytelling and premium client service.

Role & Responsibilities

• Assist the Watches marketing and merchandising team in preparing seasonal assortments, sell‑in/sell‑through plans and product launch materials.
• Compile and analyse sales and inventory data to support assortment decisions and KPI tracking.
• Prepare presentation decks, visual merchandising briefs and point‑of‑sale materials for boutiques and wholesale partners.
• Coordinate sample logistics, stock movements and communications with ateliers, brand product teams and retail managers.
• Support competitive benchmarking, market research and consumer trend monitoring relevant to watchmaking.
• Contribute to the organisation of internal briefings, trade events and client‑facing activations as required.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Marketing, Business, Luxury Brand Management, Merchandising or a related field.
• Strong organisational skills, meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks to deadlines.
• Demonstrated interest in horology and luxury goods; a visual sensibility for product presentation and brand codes.
• Effective communicator with collaborative working style across cross‑functional teams.

Skills

Experience

Past internship experience in retail, luxury goods, merchandising or marketing is advantageous but not mandatory. Candidate should be able to demonstrate project work or coursework relevant to merchandising, product launches or retail operations.

Education

Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Luxury Management, Merchandising or equivalent.

Culture

Richemont fosters a culture that values artisanal excellence, long‑term brand stewardship and collegial collaboration across creative and commercial teams. Employees are expected to combine rigorous operational standards with a deep respect for heritage craftsmanship and refined client experiences.