District Manager - Western Canada
Top Benefits
About the role
The Company Swatch embraces the values that coexist in the worlds of art, design, fashion and technology; and lends to them its own spark of creativity. Thus, Swatch is considered a canvas upon which a myriad of expressions have been applied. Cutting edge style, trend setting looks and technology friendly accents have all added to the amazement of owning a Swatch.
Job Description As a District Manager – Trainer West, you will oversee the performance of Swatch retail stores across Western Canada, including Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia. You will play a key role in driving sales, ensuring operational excellence, and developing high-performing teams through impactful training and leadership.
Reporting to the Head of Retail Operations, you will be responsible for achieving financial targets, enhancing customer experience, and delivering training programs that elevate team capabilities. You will embody Swatch’s Core Competencies: Customer Focus, Drive for Results, Creativity, Problem-Solving, Humility, Integrity, and Building Effective Teams and Relationships.
Starting base pay of $70,000.00 plus performance-based annual bonus.
Benefits:
- Health benefits, including dental and vision coverage
- RRSP contributions with company match
- Company discount
- Life insurance
- Paid vacations and sick days
Responsibilities include: District Management
- Lead daily operations across multiple retail locations to meet sales and productivity goals
- Analyze performance metrics and implement strategies to drive growth
- Ensure visual merchandising and operational standards are consistently met
- Conduct regular store visits to coach, review performance, and support store managers
- Support store openings, relocations, and closures
- Monitor labor and operational expenses to optimize profitability
- Provide market insights on competitors, consumer behavior, and trends
Training & Development
- Design and deliver engaging training programs on sales, product knowledge, and customer service
- Onboard and mentor new hires to build high-performing teams
- Identify skill gaps and create tailored training solutions
- Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously improve programs
Leadership & Talent Development
- Build a strong talent pipeline by identifying and developing high-potential employees
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment
- Partner with HR to support employee engagement and retention initiatives
- Promote a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement
Working Conditions: This role requires moderate physical effort, including significant walking and standing during store visits. Occasional lifting (up to 35 lbs) of boxes and fixtures may be required. Administrative duties are performed in-office 1 to 1.5 days per week, with the remainder of time spent in the field.
Employment Status: Full-Time: 40 hours per week on average. Must maintain open availability to meet the needs of the business and may be required to work more than 40 hours per week, including certain holidays and blackout dates.
Profile
- Availability to travel frequently across Western Canada
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Self-starter who thrives independently and in team settings
- Effective leadership and coaching abilities
- Results-driven with high energy and enthusiasm
Professional Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of multi-store retail leadership experience
- Proven experience in training and talent development
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
- Intermediate computer skills (MS Office, POS systems)
- Deep understanding of the local retail landscape
Job Location: Macleod Trail SW 6455, T2H 0K8 Calgary AB TH K, Canada (Alberta)
Company Address: The Swatch Group (Canada) Ltd. 555, Richmond Street West Suite 1105 CA-Toronto M5V 3B1, Ontario Canada
About Swatch
Launched in 1983 by Nicolas G. Hayek, Swatch is a leading Swiss watch maker and still one of the world’s most popular brands. Those first Swatch watches amazed everyone with their revolutionary concept, creative design and provocative spirit. Today, Swatch continues to innovate and surprise with new models, new collections and special editions. The Swatch brand enjoys a strong presence in the world of sports, with our commitment to snowboarding, freeskiing, surfing, beach volleyball and mountain biking. Swatch has also always nurtured close ties with art and artists, and our watches provide a unique canvas on which artists from a broad range of disciplines can express the joys of life to which we all aspire here at Swatch. We pride ourselves on our ability to tell stories, and we strive to welcome customers into a retail setting filled with passionate people who breathe our values and are true Swatch ambassadors, embodying the principles of the brand. Our retail stores give Swatch an engaging presence in key locations around the world and bring us closer to our customers. We are committed to creating the best possible working environment for our employees, giving them one of the world’s most challenging, fun and dynamic places to work. We are always looking for new talent, people who are passionate about the brand and want to make great things happen, together, each and every day.
District Manager - Western Canada
Top Benefits
About the role
The Company Swatch embraces the values that coexist in the worlds of art, design, fashion and technology; and lends to them its own spark of creativity. Thus, Swatch is considered a canvas upon which a myriad of expressions have been applied. Cutting edge style, trend setting looks and technology friendly accents have all added to the amazement of owning a Swatch.
Job Description As a District Manager – Trainer West, you will oversee the performance of Swatch retail stores across Western Canada, including Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia. You will play a key role in driving sales, ensuring operational excellence, and developing high-performing teams through impactful training and leadership.
Reporting to the Head of Retail Operations, you will be responsible for achieving financial targets, enhancing customer experience, and delivering training programs that elevate team capabilities. You will embody Swatch’s Core Competencies: Customer Focus, Drive for Results, Creativity, Problem-Solving, Humility, Integrity, and Building Effective Teams and Relationships.
Starting base pay of $70,000.00 plus performance-based annual bonus.
Benefits:
- Health benefits, including dental and vision coverage
- RRSP contributions with company match
- Company discount
- Life insurance
- Paid vacations and sick days
Responsibilities include: District Management
- Lead daily operations across multiple retail locations to meet sales and productivity goals
- Analyze performance metrics and implement strategies to drive growth
- Ensure visual merchandising and operational standards are consistently met
- Conduct regular store visits to coach, review performance, and support store managers
- Support store openings, relocations, and closures
- Monitor labor and operational expenses to optimize profitability
- Provide market insights on competitors, consumer behavior, and trends
Training & Development
- Design and deliver engaging training programs on sales, product knowledge, and customer service
- Onboard and mentor new hires to build high-performing teams
- Identify skill gaps and create tailored training solutions
- Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously improve programs
Leadership & Talent Development
- Build a strong talent pipeline by identifying and developing high-potential employees
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment
- Partner with HR to support employee engagement and retention initiatives
- Promote a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement
Working Conditions: This role requires moderate physical effort, including significant walking and standing during store visits. Occasional lifting (up to 35 lbs) of boxes and fixtures may be required. Administrative duties are performed in-office 1 to 1.5 days per week, with the remainder of time spent in the field.
Employment Status: Full-Time: 40 hours per week on average. Must maintain open availability to meet the needs of the business and may be required to work more than 40 hours per week, including certain holidays and blackout dates.
Profile
- Availability to travel frequently across Western Canada
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Self-starter who thrives independently and in team settings
- Effective leadership and coaching abilities
- Results-driven with high energy and enthusiasm
Professional Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of multi-store retail leadership experience
- Proven experience in training and talent development
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
- Intermediate computer skills (MS Office, POS systems)
- Deep understanding of the local retail landscape
Job Location: Macleod Trail SW 6455, T2H 0K8 Calgary AB TH K, Canada (Alberta)
Company Address: The Swatch Group (Canada) Ltd. 555, Richmond Street West Suite 1105 CA-Toronto M5V 3B1, Ontario Canada
About Swatch
Launched in 1983 by Nicolas G. Hayek, Swatch is a leading Swiss watch maker and still one of the world’s most popular brands. Those first Swatch watches amazed everyone with their revolutionary concept, creative design and provocative spirit. Today, Swatch continues to innovate and surprise with new models, new collections and special editions. The Swatch brand enjoys a strong presence in the world of sports, with our commitment to snowboarding, freeskiing, surfing, beach volleyball and mountain biking. Swatch has also always nurtured close ties with art and artists, and our watches provide a unique canvas on which artists from a broad range of disciplines can express the joys of life to which we all aspire here at Swatch. We pride ourselves on our ability to tell stories, and we strive to welcome customers into a retail setting filled with passionate people who breathe our values and are true Swatch ambassadors, embodying the principles of the brand. Our retail stores give Swatch an engaging presence in key locations around the world and bring us closer to our customers. We are committed to creating the best possible working environment for our employees, giving them one of the world’s most challenging, fun and dynamic places to work. We are always looking for new talent, people who are passionate about the brand and want to make great things happen, together, each and every day.