PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT SENIOR DIRECTOR - TOMMY HILFIGER

About PVH Corp.

PVH is one of the most admired fashion and lifestyle companies in the world. We power brands that drive fashion forward – for good. Our brand portfolio includes the iconic CALVIN KLEIN and TOMMY HILFIGER brands. We market a variety of goods under these and other nationally and internationally known owned and licensed brands. PVH has over 40,000 associates operating in over 40 countries and $9.9 billion in annual revenues. That's the Power of Us. That’s the Power of PVH. 

 

 

About Tommy Hilfiger

TOMMY HILFIGER is one of the world’s most recognized premium lifestyle brands, uplifting and inspiring consumers since 1985. The brand creates iconic style, which comes alive at the intersection of the classic and the new, co-created with people who are shaping culture around the world. TOMMY HILFIGER celebrates the essence of classic American style with a modern twist. Tommy Hilfiger offers premium, quality and value to consumers worldwide under the TOMMY HILFIGER and TOMMY JEANS lifestyles, with a breadth of collections including men’s, women’s and kids’ sportswear, denim, accessories, and footwear. Tommy Hilfiger has an unwavering commitment to sustainability and inclusivity. 

 

 

Global retail sales of TOMMY HILFIGER products were approximately $9.3 billion in 2021 and the brand is powered by more than 16,000 associates worldwide — present in 100 countries and more than 2,000 retail stores, including its largest global flagship store at tommy.com.  PVH acquired Tommy Hilfiger in 2010 and continues to oversee a focused approach to growing the brand’s worldwide relevance, presence, and long term growth.

 

 

The Department & Team

The Product Development team develops and delivers both innovative and sustainable products for Tommy Hilfiger. Responsible for the end to end development of the product, from initial concept through to physical garments, pioneering high quality & product excellence, as well as delivering on company & divisional KPI’s.

Closely partnering with a number of stakeholders, from design & merchandising, through to supply value chain, & buying & planning global teams this role plays an intricate part in delivering the Tommy Hilfiger brand DNA.

 

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Set strategic direction for Product Development and ensure strategic vision is implemented by providing high-level guidance to teams through defining areas of attention and KPIs

• Communicate overall brand/product strategy w/ Suppy Value Chain organisation (considering innovation/ sustainability/ priorities etc) ensuring clear understanding of direction & of brand’s needs

• Ensure quality of product and achievement of margin & sustainability targets throughout the product development process, by collaborating closely with internal stakeholders (e.g design & merchandising), vendors and guiding Product Development team

• Carry responsibility for P&L items within respective business area, under guidance of VP

• Leading team to drive efficient workflows and product quality by creating calendars capturing a general outline of timelines for the season

• Support collaboration & provide input in defining of sourcing strategy based on Supply Chain strategy, and lead transition into implementation in day-to-day & seasonal operations, e.g initial vendor allocations

• Maintain close relationships with supply value chain & vendors, in all aspects related to brand, & product expectations

• Lead & drive post-season evaluation with supply value chain, assessing the season and possible improvements, and evaluate vendor performance

• Lead & drive efficiency improvement through teams by analysing processes and best practices, pursuing effective structures and ways of working, and working with cross-functional teams (e.g. Buying & Planning) to capture opportunities

• Manage learning and development of (multi-divisional) Product Development team(s)

• Lead (ad hoc) analyses and reporting for presentations to management and key stakeholders

• Ensure full data integrity from Product Development teams encompassing company initiatives/projects & stakeholder requirements

• Lead teams to drive and develop innovation and sustainability in line with company & divisional targets (e.g Make It Possible roadmap)

• Lead the driving of digitization of product & 3D process throughout product lifecycle from launch to sell in) alongside company & divisional roadmap & targets, in collaboration w/ the Digitalization Center of Excellence

• Lead & consult on operational activities of team, including product development and administrative activities & escalate accordingly.

• Recruit, maintain & nurture high performing teams, including managing learning and development of direct reports & wider teams development

• Engage in (ad hoc) business projects related to product, process and business requirements

 

 

The Ideal Candidate:

• 15+ years of experience minimum

• A bachelor/ master’s degree in fashion, clothing or textiles or equivalent experience in fashion, clothing or textiles industry

• 10+ years managing international teams

• Proven knowledge in all aspects of product development, including product, costing, price negotiating, & delivering on business KPI’s

• Effective leadership skills: inclusive team player, interdepartmental collaboration, stakeholder management

• Good aesthetic and commercial sense in making commercial judgment

• Proactive problem solver with attention to details

• Proven track record of delivering KPI’s

• Is able to work in a highly productive, fast paced environment with a hands-on approach

• Ability to travel internationally

• Strong analytical skills, eye for detail

• Self-driven, pragmatic and business mind set

• Embodies PVH values of individuality, passion, accountability, partnership & integrity

• Good command of written & spoken English

 

 

 

 

What You Can Expect from Us:

• A company culture that fosters development, offering training and learning opportunities through our very own PVH University 

• An international environment which respects diversity, equality, and individuality 

• A monthly Covid home- office budget

• A smart work program that empowers our associates to work from home in the Netherlands, within a flexible schedule 

• A beautiful state-of-the-art Campus awaiting you upon our return to the office

 

 

Please include a motivational letter with your application. We would love to know why this is THE role for you!

PVH Europe and our brands, TOMMY HILFIGER and CALVIN KLEIN, are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. We believe we are bettered by all forms of diversity, and take pride in working with top talent from every walk of life and corner of the world. In the spirit of inclusivity, qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, ethnicity, ability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation. 

 

 

COVID-19 and Working at PVH

As we continue to navigate the impact of COVID-19, the health, safety and well-being of our associates remains our #1 priority. As a result, your recruiting process may be conducted remotely, primarily via phone and video calls. Once you’re onboard, you’ll join in our Work Smart hybrid way of working, which is focused on connection, collaboration and community, with our dynamic offices and workspaces there to facilitate teamwork and innovation. 

 In your initial call, our Talent Acquisition Team will outline the full details of our Work Smart hybrid working policy, as well as any adapted measures that may be in place based on current government guidelines.

 

 

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