- Location
- Southampton England UK
- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- 7, 2026
About Swatch Group
Swatch Group stands as one of the world’s foremost watchmaking groups, uniting Swiss industrial excellence with a portfolio of distinguished maisons spanning accessible design, prestige horology, and high complication craft. As an employer, the Group offers a uniquely integrated environment, from research, manufacturing, and movement development to brand management, retail, and global operations. Rooted in Biel/Bienne and present worldwide, it values technical mastery, creative curiosity, and long-term commitment. Employees contribute to a culture where heritage, innovation, precision, and entrepreneurial energy converge, supporting iconic brands while shaping the future of Swiss watchmaking on an international stage.
Swatch Group seeks a Spare Parts Storekeeper in Southampton to receive, inspect, record, store, pick and dispatch components across brands, supporting internal repairs and authorised external customers. The role also covers stock audits, returns, material queries and compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
Role & Responsibilities
- Unpack incoming deliveries of parts and components, inspect them for accuracy, quality and damage, verify quantities and types against delivery documentation and order specifications, and report discrepancies or damaged goods to the Supervisor.
- Maintain accurate inventory records, monitor stock levels and location assignments, document receipts, returns and transfers in the inventory management system, and keep records up to date and compliant with operational standards.
- Pick and prepare parts for internal repair and servicing work and authorised external customers, meeting brand-specific requirements and service-level agreements (SLAs); adapt to the processes and needs of different brands.
- Assist with cycle counts and stock audits, participate in regular stock counts, reconcile discrepancies with the Supervisor, and promptly resolve issues to prevent inventory inaccuracies.
- Log parts and components upon receipt and store them in appropriate locations for picking; keep the storage area organised and tidy for quick, accurate retrieval.
- Follow each brand’s guidelines and quality standards when picking and dispatching parts to meet its service-level agreements and expectations.
- Provide support to CS Technical Operations as a point of contact for material-related queries, ensure parts are available when needed, and communicate shortages or delays to relevant stakeholders.
- Process returns in line with brand policies and company procedures, completing return documentation accurately.
- Comply with health, safety and environmental regulations and maintain a safe, clean working environment.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in warehouse work or storekeeping, ideally in a customer service or technical parts environment.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Attention to detail and concentration, with a high degree of accuracy when handling parts and components.
- Good IT skills.
- Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently.
- Good communication skills to support internal teams and external partners.
- Basic understanding of health and safety standards in a warehouse environment.
- Experience in a parts storekeeping role, preferably in the luxury watch or technical industries.
- Familiarity with inventory management software or systems such as SAP or Oracle.
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations while maintaining accuracy and quality.
- Previous experience working with external customers or authorised partners.
- Knowledge of repair processes and spare parts requirements in the watch or technical services industry.
Skills
Experience
Proven warehouse or storekeeping experience; experience in a parts storekeeping role, preferably in the luxury watch or technical industries.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Southampton, England, UK.
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Culture
Swatch Group offers a dynamic, multicultural workplace rooted in Swiss precision, creativity, and a deep passion for watchmaking. As an employer, it brings together craftsmanship, industrial expertise, and brand diversity, giving teams the opportunity to contribute to both iconic heritage maisons and forward-looking innovation.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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