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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)

The Position

The Design Manager of CTB (close to body) Women’s wear division has a strong understanding of the product they are responsible for, (underwear, swim, lounge & ath-leisure). This designer works closely with the other design team members in CTB, merchandise and Product development teams.  Reporting into and working with the VP of design womenswear and collaborating with other apparel design functions.

The Design manager has a strong understanding of CTB product constructions and a high level of material knowledge, with experience across all CTB product including underwear, swim, lounge & ath-leisure. The Designer needs to have a good understanding of trends, shapes, and fabrications and how these can be interpreted into brand right product.

The key objective is to ensure creative commercial product is designed and developted for the Women's wear division, in line with the Tommy Hilfiger brand identity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design the vision for CTB product category at Tommy Hilfiger.

• Working with a team of senior, Junior and Assistant Designers (including in-house and freelance) working to set global concepts, adhering to timelines and confident to present ideas to internal management and buyers.

• Excellent interpersonal skills to clearly and effectively communicate the VP of women’s wear design vision, concepts and ideas to the junior design team members, Product Development teams and Merchandising teams.

• Working with the teams to develop silhouette, construction, fabric concepts, washes and trims.

• Lead multiple projects from conception to completion in accordance with deadlines.

• Strong understanding of CTB product is a must, with a keen eye for details and attention to the functionality of the product.

• Ensuring CADs are correct, checked, executed and submitted for all design projects in an accurate manner and in good time with regards to critical path and commercial business deadlines

• Work closely with Tech and Product Development teams on garment fittings, based on block systems and new seasonal complex styles. Ensure all styles are to the highest possible standard and help find solutions to any problems that may come up during the fitting process.

• Excellent communication skills and experience developing product directly with factories in Asia and Europe in a clear and concise manner. Experience issuing highly detailed technical spec files to suppliers.

• Focus on updates to commercial core product whilst also adding newness, fashion and innovation.

• Work well in a team environment, utilizing strong communication skills.

• Pitch ideas confidently and present the creative vision clearly to the sales and Merchandising teams.

The Ideal Candidate:

• 7+ years of experience in Fashion Design.

• Graduated at a degree level or equivalent

• Excellent computer skills (Illustrator/Photoshop) & hand-drawn skills

• 3D Design experience a plus (Not essential)

• PLM experience a plus

• Business English fluency (both written and verbal)

• Ability to translate trends into a commercial collection with a contemporary handwriting

• Willing to travel for inspiration & vendor visits.

• Experienced in working in fast-paced dynamic environments.

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

• How we support you: choose the hybrid setup and working hours that suit you, in addition to meeting-free Fridays, work from anywhere 4 weeks a year, 25 days of paid holidays, mental health days, parental leave, home office allowance, commuting allowances, employee assistance programs, and pension schemes 

• 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! 

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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 our commitments to Inclusion & Diversity 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.