Job Description

Be part of an iconic story.

TOMMY HILFIGER is one of the world’s most recognized global lifestyle brands, confidently welcoming and inspiring consumers since 1985. Originally established in New York City and infused with the vibrant spirit of Americana, to create the modern uniform of accessible luxury. The TOMMY HILFIGER brands consist of TOMMY HILFIGER and TOMMY JEANS, complemented by a range of licensed product categories that extend the brand lifestyle across generations, geographies, activities and occasions. Tommy Hilfiger’s global marketing approach and communications strategy taps into culture through the world of F.A.M.E.S.: the people, organizations and ideas boldly driving the future of Fashion, Art, Music, Entertainment and Sport. Major global campaigns, sponsorship platforms, and disruptive activations with world-class athletes, musicians and entertainers bring a constant source of energy and inspiration to the brand. Immerse yourself in TOMMY HILFIGER here! (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok)

Department Description:

Tommy Hilfiger Menswear is a fashion-forward lifestyle collection within the Tommy Hilfiger family, focusing on premium men's apparel. The designs are inspired by American classics, finished with a modern edge and fresh spirit.

and Responsibilities:

• TheSenior Merchandising& Product DevelopmentDirectorwill report intoand partner withthe SVP of Merchandising

• Hold a strategic leadership role within theMSWteam, with specific Merchandisingand Product

• DevelopmentownershipwithinMSWApparelof theNew York Label-DressedCasualinclTailoring-Classification &FurnishingsandthePerformanceLine

• Partner withDesign, Planning and Techin delivering brand-right, consumer-centric seasonal assortments.

• Develop and align the short and long-termMSWApparel growth strategies withheoverall TH BrandMSWLifestyle vision

• Research & Development: Unlock growth opportunities through new materials, techniques, and vendor partnerships.

• Product Development: Improve quality and workflows while connecting Design, Merchandising, Supply, andTechnicalteams.

• Quality Standards: Review collections, challenge standards, andleadimprovements in materials, construction, and fit.

• KPI Management: Drive strategies for margin, sustainability, material efficiency, and reduced overdevelopment.

• Sourcing:Guideseasonal allocations and align sourcing strategies with brand needs.

• Partner closely with Footwear and Accessories counterparts in ensuring a synergistic ‘consumer centric’ approach to product when producing seasonal collections

• Partner with the Consumer Insights teams in analyzing updated Apparel data points to further enhance and continuously modernize theMSWAspirational Consumer Profile

• Partner with key stakeholders and cross-functional partners in building commercially strong collections, while ensuring margin targets, price point architecture, Hero styles, volume drivers, etc., are all successfully executed

• Lead the facilitation and development ofoptimalrelationships betweenGlobal & RegionalMerchandising, Design, Product Development, Tech and Planningboth in and out of key seasonal milestone meetings

• Partner with (and drive) theRegional and DTCteams in deliveringoptimal‘consumer centric’ assortments that meetthe strategic needs, financial targets, and accelerate theRegionalstrategies andO&O businesses

• Lead and drive all key milestone meetings (Range Plan Hand-Off (to Triad), Digital Collection Review, Omnichannel Validation Meeting, etc.) and present / discuss the collection, review Product Stories, and provide product feedback to cover Market needs

• Participate in cross-divisional projects related to strategic impact and provide inputs for key presentations

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of8+ junior to senior level Merchants

Requirements:

• 10+ years in a Global, Senior Merchandising Product Developmentrole with credible menswear experience

• Omni-channel experience but with a strong focus on wholesale

• Experience with tailored menswear products is essential

• Experience with menswear premium sporting apparel products is highly desirable

• Visionary; proven ability to strategically lead a large-scale business towards continuous growth while, at times, navigating through unchartered territory

• Strong discernment to quicklyidentifynew business opportunities; ability to convert into clear, actionable business strategy

• Strategic risk-taker

• Analytical mind-set; in-depthproficiencyof all Financials and KPI levers associated with leading a high-volume business

• Proven history in developing assortment frameworks and building annual/seasonal Range Plan architectures from the ground-up

• An effective communicator whopossessesa deep understanding of consumer preferences across key markets, emphasizes accountability in decisions, promotescontinuous improvement and motivation via proven strong leadership,possesseshigh energy/urgency, and creative problem solving.

• Understanding of multiple Markets, regions, cultural and consumerdifferencesand the requirements to deliver against financial results and customer-centric KPIs.

• Strong networker; proven history in forming effective working relationships with all key cross-functional departments (Merchandising, Design, Production, and Markets/Country Partners)

• Previousexperience leading and managing a large team withdemonstratedability to coach and develop future leaders

• Understanding of the end-to-end seasonal process and experience with managing (and providing input) into the annual/seasonal corporate calendar and associated work-stream

• Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and diverse environment

• Knowledge and skills in working with Corporate Systems (i.e.PLM, Consumer Insights) and in MS Office software (Excel, PowerPoint)

• Verbal and Written Proficiency in English isrequired

Your Wellbeing is Our Priority

In the heart of Amsterdam, PVH is home to the global headquarters of Tommy Hilfiger and the European offices of Calvin Klein.

• Wellbeing: exclusive onsite gym and fitness classes, personal training, meditation studio, sports clubs, in-house physio, and receive access to our nutritional and wellbeing programs

• Campus: extensive food and beverage offerings, top-notch restaurant, barista coffee bars, sky bar, monthly social events, weekly Thursday drinks, game nights, and campus-themed activities that will keep your social life busy

• Develop your career: whether you lead a team or contribute your own expertise, everyone is a leader at PVH. PVH University curates and delivers training programs for you to continuously develop your professional and personal goals

• Be at the forefront: stay closely connected to our brands, CALVIN KLEIN and TOMMY HILFIGER, and be a part of seasonal market launches, sample sales and receive employee discounts!

Check out our Amsterdam Campus here.

About PVH:

We are brand builders who focus our passion and creativity to build Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER into the most desirable lifestyle brands in the world and at the same time position PVH as one of the best-performing brand groups in our sector. Guided by our values and enabled by our scale and global reach, we are driving fashion forward for good, as one team with one vision and one plan. That’s the Power of Us, that’s the Power of PVH+.   

One of PVH’s greatest strengths is our people. Our collective desire is to create a workplace environment where every individual is valued, and every voice is heard, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. Learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at PVH here

PVH Corp. or its subsidiary ("PVH") is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, PVH is also committed to ensuring that all current and future PVH associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential.