PVH Corp:
Junior Merchandiser - Tommy Jeans Accessories 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 design.</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><p><b>The Team</b><br /><br />The Tommy Jeans division is one of the main business drivers within Tommy Hilfiger Europe focusing on more trend specific product with a dynamic and youthful twist. Based in the Amsterdam European HQ, the team is split into sub teams: Merchandising. Design, Production, Sourcing & Development and Buying & Planning.</p><p>These teams work together in an informal setting to create superbly styled and high-end quality products for the European consumer base. Tommy Jeans presents 4 collections per year (Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter) as well as an active Capsules and Collaborations calendar through the year.</p><p></p><p>The Position</p><p><span>As a key member of the Tommy Jeans Accessories merchandising team, the Junior Product Merchandiser takes ownership to achieve sustainable and profitable growth of the Tommy Jeans Accessories collection by understanding the brand strategy, DNA, company culture, and balancing different market requirements. Responsible for the merchandising critical path from initial strategy to product realization. You will work closely with the wider merchandising team, sales, design and product development team to deliver cross-product storytelling. You will report to the Merchandise Director.</span></p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Providing the range plan to create commercial and fashionable collections in line with the corporate direction which fulfil different market needs together with sales, design and product development teams</li><li>Providing guidance during the collection-building process (e.g. in merchandising brief handover, sketch and proto reviews)</li><li>Achieving aggressive merchandising growth target, with healthy price value, margin and collection efficiency based on management target</li><li>Analysing sell in and sell out of the relevant categories, competitor and market trends to identify opportunities and make necessary recommendations from a commercial perspective</li><li>Working closely with the other merchandisers and product engines to guarantee a cohesive collection in terms of focuses and storytelling</li><li>Efficient reporting needed for planning and evaluation to support (management) decision-making</li><li>Direct pre-pricing process and final pricing/margin meetings, ensuring price points reflective of quality and alignment with margin targets</li><li>Communication with the sales teams to fulfil different market requirements, suggesting the most effective product selection and supporting sales needs on merchandising related topics (e.g. sample allocation, product information)</li><li>Presentation of the seasonal collections in key meetings with the ability to lead, influence and moderate discussions</li><li>Ensuring accuracy of database (e.g. forecasts) at all times in an efficient and timely manner</li><li>Involved in initiatives regarding improving ways of working (e.g. standardisation of processes and development of team members</li></ul><p></p><p><b>The Ideal Candidate:</b></p><p></p><p>If you are curious about trends, data-driven and you think without limits, our team is perfect for you<br />We are looking for a real team player, who brings in creative and positive energy. Our team is supportive, strong and creative and we are looking for a structured personality that is full of power and wants to push TH forward.</p><p></p><ul><li>2-3 years previous experience in an Accessories Product Merchandising role.</li><li>Strong understanding of fashion, the industry and trends</li><li>Commercial and strategic knowledge within a <span>GlobalAccessories environment</span></li><li>Strong Influencing and negotiating skills</li><li>Embrace the hands-on, active, dynamic, fun and fast paced work environment</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in spreadsheet analyses</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to present and map complex business solutions and processes</li><li>Focused on achieving results & confident to take on accountability to deliver to expectations</li><li>Ability to bring ideas to the table in relation to product and brand mix</li><li>Comfortable to build relationships at all levels with suppliers and internal stakeholders</li><li>Ability to work as part of a team as well as being a self-motivated individual</li><li>Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure</li><li>Quick to learn new systems and tools</li><li>Excellent communication skills, fluency in written and spoken English are a must, any other language will be a benefit.</li><li>Creates partnership and able to work within a diverse team</li></ul><p></p><p><b>What You Can Expect from Us: </b></p><ul><li>Acompanyculturethat fostersdevelopment, offering trainingand learning opportunities through our very own PVH University</li><li>An international environment which respects diversity, equality,and individuality</li><li>Amonthly Covid home- office budget</li><li>Asmart work programthatempowers ourassociates to workfrom home in the Netherlands, withina flexible schedule</li><li>Abeautifulstate-of-the-artCampus awaiting you upon our return to the office</li></