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Sweater Designer - Womenswear - Tommy Jeans

About Tommy Hilfiger

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.

The Position

This opportunity will focus on all sweater product categories including tops, dresses and bottoms. You will report into the Design Director and work closely together with your fellow designers building a cohesive collection and driving the design vision against the Classic American Cool brand DNA. You are required to map out and design into an exciting, commercial range - from essential to fashion styles - based on the seasonal concept, sales, market demands and current trends befitting the Tommy Jeans brand and consumer. Collaborating with the larger product team such as Product Development, Graphics, Merchandising and Tech, the aim is to offer our Tommy Jeans customer the best product possible.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product research based on current trends befitting the TJ brand and consumer.

• Map out the competitor landscape through category offence.

• Create seasonal sourcing briefs to send to vendors to ensure news value in quality, silhouette, trimmings and finishes.

• Map out and sketch the full lightweight knit product category resulting in a clear, commercial build-up, always keeping the range plan in mind. The style count will vary from approx. 16 to 45 styles depending on the season.

• Create jacquard and stripe artworks when required.

• Create complete garment work sheets/ tech packs to communicate your ideas with the vendors and the Product Development team and ensure a high-quality product outcome.

• Conduct fittings and see to the administrative follow-up throughout the various phases in the design development process.

• Partner with TJ cross-functional teams and together deliver the creative vision from initial idea to final product to consumer experience.

• Prep and present your designs to key stakeholders, both digitally and non-digitally.

• Travel for design development and production purposes when required.

The Ideal Candidate

• 4 years of relevant work experience, experience with sweaters design is a plus.

• Bachelor/Master’s degree in Fashion Design (womenswear apparel), or the equivalent in experience.

• Strong technical knowledge on sweater construction, yarn qualities and stitch techniques.

• Strong understanding of the Tommy Jeans Classic American Cool brand DNA.

• Affinity with youth culture is highly preferable.

• Creative, yet commercial feminine design handwriting.

• Keen eye for current trends and the ability to adapt these to the TJ consumer.

• Solid skills in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator ea. technical CAD sketching.

• Strong time management and organizational skills.

• A hands-on, collaborative mentality and excellent communication skills.

• Strong skills in the English language, as it is the working language of the business

• Mentoring skills are a bonus!

Be valued.

In the heart of Amsterdam, PVH EMEA is home to the global headquarters of Tommy Hilfiger and the European offices of Calvin Klein. We are the home to 2500 big thinkers, natural entrepreneurs, and challenge seekers from all kinds of backgrounds.

• 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!

About us

TOMMY HILFIGER is a part of PVH Corp and together with CALVIN KLEIN we 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.

DIVERSITY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY We are committed to recruiting, training and providing career advancement to all associates regardless of gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, nationality, or social or ethnic origin. Diversity in the workplace is encouraged. Bigotry, racism and any form of harassment or discrimination is not tolerated.