Technical Advisor

Company Description The present and future of Audemars Piguet are built on the invaluable contributions of all our talents. Inspired by the wealth of our past, we are excited about the endless possibilities that our future holds. Together, we are resolutely forward‑thinking and strive for excellence in all areas of our business. If this journey inspires you, come chart your own path within our family and let’s continue creating the extraordinary. Together, let's write the next chapter of your career Job Description Work Scope: To represent the AP brand as a Technical Advisor as a Technician providing value added technical expertise to the customer, as a customer service specialist in providing knowledge and insight, and as a passionate ambassador of the brand. To share passion and technical knowledge in order to elevate knowhow of the retail team. The Technical Advisor embodies the craftsmanship and brand legitimacy in the AP House. Responsibilities and Duties Administrative Functions Act as a Client Care specialist in entire after-sales jobs process (registration, acknowledgement, follow‑up, invoicing, closing); capture photos of watches at drop off and pick up of repairs. Client updates on repairs, nursing calls as part of Client Care. Identifies counterfeits at the time of drop off. CRM (Salesforce) entries, especially notes when direct interactions with repair customer. Continuous exchanges and contact with customer service centre. Help the location manager in monitoring progress of KPIs (e.g. Immediate Estimate, CS estimate rejection rate, Long pending CS pick up, Accessories Sales, etc.). Customer Service Support Provide quick small intervention service to AP customer as: strap exchanges, links removal or addition, water‑resistance testing; working order control. Answer client questions from a technical standpoint; thoroughly explain movements from a watchmaker’s point of view but in terms that a client will understand. Explains the “immediate estimate” process to the client and the type of standard service proposed. Spare Parts Management Responsible for spare parts management, perform solely spare parts inventory 1x/month during the month and assist in 1st of month inventory. Participate in decision of regular replenishment of necessary spare parts (straps, links, buckles, screws, etc.). Cost control of spare parts (in conjunction with Client Care specialist and Boutique Manager). Provides trust through complete knowledge of company products, company procedures and market awareness. Service clients with a positive attitude and spares no efforts to ensure their satisfaction. Sales Support Provide floor sales coverage support to front line team. Sale and promotion of Audemars Piguet products through the AP House / boutique. Develop and maintain customer relationships / correspondence; actively use CRM. Possess complete knowledge of company history, product, positioning vs competition, company procedure and market awareness. Provide training to boutique staff on movements characteristics, materials, performances of both AP and the competition; improve confidence and credibility of staff. Communicate on a regular basis to staff regarding new policies, company issues, related to Client Care. Client Experience and Marketing Support Actively participate in marketing activities and events, provide support in sharing technical knowhow and. Lead watchmaking masterclass presentations. Provide ideas and opinion in the shaping of future events and experiences for clients. Qualifications Technical skills and experience required. Good verbal and written communication skills. Team player, actively participates to the overall activity of the boutique. Demonstrate expertise on new luxury watches as well as old vintage watches; and a good general knowledge of watchmaking industry. Additional Information Audemars Piguet offers a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Audemars Piguet is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Audemars Piguet hires without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally‑recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full-time Job function Customer Service Industries Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Audemars Piguet by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr