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Operations & Trade Marketing Manager

Baume Et Mercier, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Core Objectives

Improve sell-out, visibility, and retailer engagement across all points of sale.

Ensure operational excellence in product allocation, replenishment, and coop.

Drive local marketing and in-store activation to support retail partners and boost performance.

Maintain consistent brand image and high-quality execution across all displays and SIS.

Retail Operations & Support

Manage sell-out declarations, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.

Build replenishment proposals for each POS based on sell-out KPIs, stock gaps, and seasonality.

Track retailer stock levels, slow movers, and rotation needs; recommend rebalancing.

Support sales with assortment reviews, forecasts, and POS-specific product needs.

Trade Marketing

Develop and execute trade marketing calendars with HQ alignment.

Manage coop marketing: proposals, execution, follow-up, and performance measurement.

Coordinate POP materials, displays, visuals, and SIS/space negotiations with the sales team.

Ensure brand consistency across retailers: signage, visuals, display standards, watch trays, etc.

In-Store Activation

Build and manage local event plans (trunk shows, holidays, regional activations).

Coordinate logistics, POS materials, visual merchandising, and event reporting.

Track KPIs for each activation (sell-out lift, traffic, conversion, ROI).

Retailer Relationship Management

Direct contact with key department stores (Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, Saks) for replenishment, coop, marketing approvals, and seasonal floorsets.

Work with store managers and staff to secure visibility, secondary placements, and local support.

Competitive & Market Intelligence

Track competitor visibility, SIS changes, displays, and promotions in key doors.

Benchmark best practices and recommend improvements for the brand.

Internal Coordination

Coordinate with operations, sales, and HQ for deliveries, visuals, and stock issues.

Provide weekly reporting on execution status, market needs, and pending actions.

Required Skills & Experience

Strong understanding of luxury retail environment, ideally watches.

Trade marketing or retail marketing experience.

Excellent operational discipline.

Strong project management and communication skills.

Analytical understanding of sell-out KPIs, forecasts, and inventory logic.

Creative mindset for events and activations.

Qualifications & Experience

3-5 years of experience in trade marketing, retail marketing, or visual merchandising, ideally in watches, jewelry, or premium/luxury goods.

Strong potential with a 'hungry,' driven, growth-oriented mindset rather than a long corporate track record.

Ability to handle operational tasks with precision while proposing new initiatives and improvements.

Comfortable working with sell-out data, stock reports, and KPI dashboards (basic analytical capability required).

Creative thinker capable of proposing fresh, out-of-the-box activations and visibility plans.

Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with retailers and internal teams.

Highly organized, reliable, fast learner, and eager to grow within the brand.

We Offer Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work‑life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.

At Richemont, We Craft the Future!

Expected Salary Range: $90,000-$100,000

Salary will be determined based on relevant skills and experience.

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