PVH Corp:
Senior Materials Developer Job in Amsterdam, VT

<p><b>About PVH Corp.</b></p><p>PVH is one of the most admired fashion and lifestyle companies in the world.</p><p>We power brands that drive fashion forward for good.</p><p>Our brand portfolio includes the iconic CALVIN KLEIN, TOMMY HILFIGER, Van Heusen, IZOD, ARROW, Warners, Olga and Geoffrey Beene brands, as well as the digital-centric intimates brand. True&Co. 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. Thats the Power of PVH.<br /></p><p><b>About Tommy Hilfiger</b></p><p>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 90 countries and more than1,400 retail storesthroughout North America, Europe, Latin America and the Asia Pacific region. Global retail sales of theTommy Hilfigerbrand were $9.2 billionin 2019</p><p></p><p>Founded in 1985, Tommy Hilfiger delivers premium styling, quality and value to consumers worldwide with a brand portfolio that includesTOMMY HILFIGERandTOMMY JEANS.</p><p>Tommy Hilfiger is one of the worlds most recognized premium designer lifestyle groups and is recognized for celebrating the essence of classic American cool style, featuring preppy with a twist designs.</p><p><br />Its focus is designing and marketing high-quality mens tailored clothing and sportswear, womens collection apparel and sportswear, kidswear, denim collections, underwear (including robes, sleepwear and loungewear), footwear and accessories. Through select licensees, Tommy Hilfiger offers complementary lifestyle products such as eyewear, watches, fragrance, swimwear, socks, small leather goods, home goods and luggage.</p><p></p><div><p><b>The Team</b><br />In the Trim team, we drive change to create Fashion for Good. The trim team uses the information given by the Specialist given on matters such as; Circularity, Innovation and Digital progress to steer the industry by creating partnerships with the suppliers and finding the best way to move forward with each competency, while creating beautiful materials used on the collection.</p></div><p></p><p><b>The Position</b><br />The Senior Materials Developer is responsible for the trim sourcing and development from idea (created by design) until final product. The trim article is developed within the nominated supplier matrix, aligning with the brands aesthetic, quality and corporate responsibility standards. The key objective in this role is to manage this development process and the cross-function collaboration with design and production, as well as driving change in our part of the supply chain that are required to move in to the direction of the PVH EU set strategy.</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Sourcing new trims/finishes/shapes</li></ul><ul><li>Developing new trims from technical drawing/ original sample inspiration, which design hands over</li></ul><ul><li>Keep track & chase suppliers for sample delivery info</li></ul><ul><li>Advising design on these new developments</li></ul><ul><li>Manage the development timeline up to sample delivery</li></ul><ul><li>Commenting/advising suppliers on development</li></ul><ul><li>Salesman Sample Forecasts</li></ul><ul><li>Bulk Forecasts</li></ul><ul><li>Manage seasonable trim files and keep physical trim library up to date</li><li>Manage the updates of the digital trim library in the PLM system, share out updates to relevant parties.</li></ul><ul><li>Provide QA department with nominated supplier information based on the assigned specialism.</li><li>Lead a project team of cross divisional trim developers on PVH EU relevant topics</li><li>Work with suppliers in your specialist trim subtype on skills needed PVH EU based on projects of cross divisional trim team</li><li>Follow up with supplier to solve in non-compliant cases</li></ul><p></p><p><b><u>Tools in order to full-fill the above:</u></b></p><p></p><ul><li>PLM Centric: the main system to generate all the material/style/product and production information.</li><li>Excellent Communication skills. Be able to drive conversations with: Vendors, Buying offices, internal central divisions, Design and Development/Production.</li><li>Microsoft office, PLM, Tableau, BW, and Adobe Illustrator or InDesign and Rhino is a plus</li></ul><p></p><p><b>The Ideal Candidate:</b></p><ul><li>Education: higher textile education (Mr. Koetsier, De Maere, TMO, MTS Mode & Kleding or similar).</li><li>Minimum 4-7 year working experience in development/sourcing/production.</li><li>Used to working under pressure with deadlines.</li><li>Fluent in English.</li><li>Good understanding of reporting tools and databases</li><li>Experience in 3D printing and renders</li><li>Passion to drive fashion for good</li></ul><p></p><p><b>What You Can Expect from Us: </b></p><ul><li>A beautiful state-of-the-art Campus, complete with our very own People's Place Gym and People's PlaceCafs</li><li>A companyculturethat fostersdevelopment, offering training and learning opportunities through our very own PVH University</li><li>An international environment which respects diversity, equality, and individuality</li><li>Asmart work programthatempowers our associates to work at their preferred location within a flexible schedule</li></ul><p><br />Please include an up to date portfolio and motivational letter with your application. We would love to see your aesthetic as well how you commercially design to understand why this is THE role for you!<br /><br /><i>PVH Europe and ourbrands,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.</i></p><p><span>#LI-GP1</span></p>","industry":"Retail"