Open To Work
Dominique Schroeder
Wädenswil
Summary
Experienced luxury retail professional with an extensive background in premium fashion, fine timepieces, visual merchandising, brand experience and international client service. Skilled in building trusted client relationships and delivering highly personalized service while communicating craftsmanship, product excellence and brand heritage through compelling storytelling. Brings strong experience in visual presentation, product management, colleague training and luxury store operations, including responsibility for the Panerai brand at Bucherer. Combines commercial awareness, attention to detail, discretion and a genuine passion for creating exceptional client experiences within international luxury environments.
Professional sales expert with significant experience in driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction. Strong focus on team collaboration, consistently achieving targets, and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in building relationships, communication, and strategic planning. Reliable and results-oriented, known for high standards and delivering impactful solutions.
Overview
5
5
Languages
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Sales Associate & Visual Merchandiser – Swiss German Area
ELEVENTY WORLD SRL
Zurich, Switzerland
03.2024 - 06.2026
- Executed visual merchandising concepts that enhanced brand identity and elevated customer experience.
- Maintained harmonious store layouts and balanced product zoning to create an inviting and refined client journey.
- Implemented seasonal and commercial animations while preserving visual calm and brand integrity.
- Supported sales performance through thoughtful space optimization, product presentation and visual storytelling.
- Maintained high standards of luxury client service and brand presentation.
- Developed and executed visual merchandising initiatives that increased brand presence in the Swiss German market.
Luxury Sales Advisor – Women's Department | Visual Merchandising Support
MAGAZINE ZUM GLOBUS
Zurich, Switzerland
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Delivered personalized client service within a premium multi-brand luxury environment.
- Supported luxury visual merchandising standards across the Women's Department.
- Assisted with product placement, folding precision, colour harmony and replenishment.
- Maintained seamless stock-to-floor flow, enhancing overall sales environment elegance and organization.
- Preserved boutique aesthetics and visual standards during peak traffic, ensuring an inviting shopping experience.
- Enhanced client experience through meticulous attention to detail in product presentation.
Client Advisor – Brand & Visual Experience
MONCLER SA
Zurich Airport / Globus / Storchengasse
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Delivered premium client service across multiple luxury retail locations.
- Ensured brand image consistency across boutiques and client touchpoints, enhancing overall client perception.
- Implemented visual merchandising guidelines to enhance clarity, structure, and product storytelling, elevating client engagement.
- Supported visual merchandising guidelines emphasizing clarity, structure and product storytelling.
- Fostered a consistent luxury client experience in an international environment, reinforcing brand loyalty.
Sales Consultant – Store Image & Visual Standards
DOLCE & GABBANA S.P.A.
Zurich, Switzerland
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintained visual merchandising standards in accordance with brand guidelines.
- Executed visual merchandising standards to enhance brand identity and customer experience.
- Facilitated window changes and in-store visual arrangements, ensuring cohesive presentation across displays.
- Contributed to maintaining a distinctive luxury environment aligned with the brand image.
- Sustained a distinctive luxury environment that reinforced brand image and customer expectations.
Brand Visual Lead & Product Manager – Panerai | Luxury Timepieces
BUCHERER 1880 AG
Zurich Airport (Airside)
09.2017 - 11.2020
- Held responsibility for visual presentation and brand storytelling for Panerai within a luxury timepiece environment.
- Managed product presentation, displays, and visual zoning to enhance brand image in alignment with Panerai standards.
- Executed brand-compliant window installations and visual merchandising updates to elevate customer engagement and brand perception.
- Combined product expertise, visual merchandising and client experience to strengthen brand visibility and sales performance.
- Executed brand-compliant window installations and visual merchandising updates.
- Delivered product knowledge and brand training to colleagues, ensuring consistency and confidence in client communication.
- Leveraged product expertise and visual merchandising to enhance client experience and increase brand visibility and sales performance.
Event Coordinator – Brand Space & Atmosphere
INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT AG
Zurich, Switzerland
01.2014 - 06.2017
- Ensured that each event environment reflected the intended brand image and guest experience.
- Managed layouts and aesthetics to ensure visual coherence and enhance guest engagement across event venues.
- Coordinated stakeholders and suppliers to align operational requirements with event objectives.
- Ensured event environments embodied brand image and elevated guest experiences.
- Combined organizational expertise with strong attention to presentation and detail.
Marketing Consultant (freelance)
WARENDORF GmbH
Duesseldorf, Germany
04.2013 - 08.2015
- Managed digital marketing initiatives, optimizing online presence through SEO and social media engagement.
- Developed comprehensive marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and market reach.
- Conducted in-depth market analysis to identify trends and customer preferences.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align marketing campaigns with business objectives.
Praktikum
HUGO BOSS INTERNATIONAL MARKETS AG
Zug, Switzerland
10.2013 - 12.2013
- Demonstrated self-motivation by setting and achieving personal goals in a challenging work environment.
- Adapted quickly and performed tasks efficiently in fast-paced work settings.
- Effectively collaborated with team members while also completing tasks independently.
- Quickly learned new processes and adapted to changing work demands.
Handelsvertreter
MURA EMH
Duesseldorf, Germany
09.2012 - 08.2013
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients to drive repeat business.
- Identified market trends and customer needs to inform sales strategies.
- Delivered product presentations that effectively communicated value propositions.
- Collaborated with marketing to create targeted campaigns for new product launches.
Assistant Manager
BRITTA SCHOELER GMBH, ZARAH BARNABAS
Duesseldorf, Germany
02.2002 - 07.2008
- Implemented inventory management systems, reducing discrepancies and optimizing stock levels.
- Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and streamline processes.
- Coordinated project timelines and resource allocation for successful initiative execution.
- Developed training programs to improve staff performance and employee engagement.
Education
INSIDE LVMH CERTIFICATE - Operations Management
INSIDE LVMH PROGRAM – LVMH
22 avenue Montaigne12-2024
DIPLOM EVENT MANAGER (BVS) - Event Mangement
BVS Weiterbildungszentrum
St. Gallen01-2016
CERTIFIED SALES MANAGER (HANDELSMANAGER) - Retail Management
TV Rheinland Akadem
Cologne01-2011
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Biochemistry
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, Florida01-2001
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - Chemistry
Broward Community College
Davie, Florida01-2000
Skills
- Visual merchandising standards
- Luxury retail experience
- Fine Timepieces & Product Expertise
- Brand storytelling
- Product placement
- Sales performance metrics
- Client relationship building
- Team leadership
- Product Training
- CRM merchandising
- CRM proficiency
- Brand image presentation
- Event coordination
- International relations
- Management
- Product knowledge
- Cold calling skills
LANGUAGES
English: Native
German: C2 – Fluent
Spanish: B2 – Upper Intermediate
Swiss German: Good Understanding
French: A2 – Basic
Personal Information
- Title: Luxury Retail Professional | Team Leadership | Visual Merchandising
- Date of Birth: 1976-10-23
- Residence Permit: Permanent Resident Permit C
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridTimeline
Senior Sales Associate & Visual Merchandiser – Swiss German Area
ELEVENTY WORLD SRL
03.2024 - 06.2026
Luxury Sales Advisor – Women's Department | Visual Merchandising Support
MAGAZINE ZUM GLOBUS
09.2023 - 02.2024
Client Advisor – Brand & Visual Experience
MONCLER SA
10.2022 - 01.2023
Sales Consultant – Store Image & Visual Standards
DOLCE & GABBANA S.P.A.
01.2021 - 03.2022
Brand Visual Lead & Product Manager – Panerai | Luxury Timepieces
BUCHERER 1880 AG
09.2017 - 11.2020
Event Coordinator – Brand Space & Atmosphere
INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT AG
01.2014 - 06.2017
Praktikum
HUGO BOSS INTERNATIONAL MARKETS AG
10.2013 - 12.2013
Marketing Consultant (freelance)
WARENDORF GmbH
04.2013 - 08.2015
Handelsvertreter
MURA EMH
09.2012 - 08.2013
Assistant Manager
BRITTA SCHOELER GMBH, ZARAH BARNABAS
02.2002 - 07.2008
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - Chemistry
Broward Community College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Biochemistry
Florida Atlantic University
CERTIFIED SALES MANAGER (HANDELSMANAGER) - Retail Management
TV Rheinland Akadem
DIPLOM EVENT MANAGER (BVS) - Event Mangement
BVS Weiterbildungszentrum
INSIDE LVMH CERTIFICATE - Operations Management
INSIDE LVMH PROGRAM – LVMH