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Merchandiser

Tommy Hilfiger

Amsterdam
Full-time
2-5 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Merchandising
Buying
Product Development
Data Analysis
Range Planning
PLM Systems
Microsoft Excel
Assortment Planning
Market Analysis
Project Management
Stakeholder Management
English Fluency

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) The Position The Tommy Jeans Merchandiser position reports to the Senior Merchandise Manager and is a pivotal role to ensure that all Non-Denim KPIs are met or exceeded. The Product Merchandiser takes ownership to achieve sustainable and profitable growth for the Tommy Jeans collection by understanding and applying the consumer needs, brand strategy, company culture and DNA, and balancing different market requirements to create the best product line. Working closely with the wider merchandising team, design and product development as well as country sales teams to deliver the strongest product offering with cross-product storytelling from initial product strategy to product realization. Looking after; outerwear, shirts, polos, and woven pants/shorts across international markets. Key Responsibilities Creating seasonal range plans and strategies, taking into consideration the needs of Wholesale, Retail & Ecommerce channels Building strong relationships with the Design & Product Development teams to build an efficient & profitable collection, balancing commercial product needs with the seasonal design direction Managing all key milestones and deliverables and organizing key stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met Presenting the line to all market stakeholders during key calendar touchpoints Collaborating with the Market Merchandising team across owned product groups to define the optimum consumer assortment & key product pushes for the season and to support a Good / Better / Best Segmentation Strategy Supporting concept-to-consumer information with Marketing, Product Development and Design – with a focus on innovation in sustainability Conducting various analysis on the collection throughout the season to review sales results, pricing architecture, and product assortment and with that formulating opportunities to maximize potential and efficiency Working with the Market Merchandising team to respond to product queries throughout the sales campaign, ensuring to communicate product changes clearly to all teams. Assisting with the Market Merchandising team to create all go-to-market tools for the sales campaign Forecast the line to identify any opportunities, potential minimum risks and support the Market Merchandising and Buying & Planning team in making the right pre-booking and capacity decisions Management of PLM system, ensuring on-time and accurate data integrity at all times Identifying & implementing best practices to ensure effective use of time as well as maximum output in the team Leading ad hoc seasonal projects The Ideal Candidate Approximately 3-6 years' experience in Merchandising, Buying or Product Development, preferably in an international matrix organization Strong entrepreneurial mindset Ability to analyse large amounts of data and build a narrative around trends/patterns to create strategies by thinking outside the box Detail-oriented and proactive with a willingness to learn Organizational and management skills – with an ability to manage multiple projects/seasons at the same time Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strict deadlines Experienced user of MS Office, specifically Excel Experience with a PLM-style management system is a plus Fluent in English, verbal and written Passionate about the lifestyle and apparel/fashion industry, Tommy Jeans Brand and products 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.

Core Responsibilities

The Merchandiser is responsible for creating seasonal range plans and strategies for non-denim categories to drive sustainable growth. They collaborate with design, product development, and sales teams to deliver a profitable product offering across international markets.

Requirements

The ideal candidate has 3-6 years of experience in merchandising, buying, or product development, preferably within an international matrix organization. They must possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in MS Excel, and a passion for the fashion industry.

Benefits

  • Onsite gym
  • Fitness classes
  • Personal training
  • Meditation studio
  • Sports clubs
  • In-house physio
  • Nutritional and wellbeing programs
  • Restaurant and barista coffee bars
  • Monthly social events
  • Employee discounts
  • Professional training programs

About Tommy Hilfiger

Industry: Retail Apparel and Fashion

Company size: 10,001+ employees

TOMMY HILFIGER is one of the world’s leading designer lifestyle brands creating a platform that inspires the modern American spirit, while committing to wasting nothing and welcoming all. Founded in 1985, Tommy Hilfiger delivers premium styling, quality and value to consumers worldwide under the TOMMY HILFIGER and TOMMY JEANS brands, with a breadth of collections including HILFIGER COLLECTION, TOMMY HILFIGER TAILORED, men’s, women’s and kids’ sportswear, denim, accessories, and footwear. In addition, the brand is licensed for a range of products, including fragrances, eyewear, watches and home furnishings. Founder Tommy Hilfiger remains the company’s Principal Designer and provides leadership and direction for the design process. Tommy Hilfiger, which was acquired by PVH Corp. in 2010, is a global apparel and retail company with more than 16,000 associates worldwide. With the support of strong global consumer recognition, Tommy Hilfiger has built an extensive distribution network in over 100 countries and more than 2,000 retail stores throughout North America, Europe, Latin America and the Asia Pacific region. Global retail sales of the TOMMY HILFIGER brand were US $9.2 billion in 2019.

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