Position Description and responsibilities

　　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. Our initiative to be a global power brand is all about redefining the brand code, push forward innovation and have the best wearing experience for the end-use. You will be one of key engines to escalate our vison to move forward and be part of Tommy’s culture and the Power of PVH.

　　As a Product Developer working in Hong Kong, you will be responsible for the end to end development of the product, from initial concept through to physical garments, pioneering high quality & product excellence, as well as delivering on company & divisional KPI’s. Tommy Hilfiger is a lifestyle brand. We’re well-known for our Iconic classics, modernized with a relax attitude and innovation, sports inspired details that effortlessly takes the customer from one occasion to the next. You will work closely with a number of stakeholders, from design & merchandising, through to supply value chain, & buying & planning global teams this role plays an intricate part in delivering the Tommy Hilfiger brand DNA.

　　Department Description:

　　The Product Development team develops and delivers both innovative and sustainable products for Tommy Hilfiger.

　　You will contribute to setting-up the TH Product Development team in Hong Kong, which is fully part of the TH Global Product Development team (based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands). This local hub is based in Hong Kong and focused to develop styles for the Chinese / APAC consumer

　　Next to the local Product development team, this Hub will also have a dedicated Design team based in Hong Kong, who you will work closely with. Together with the local Merchandise team, the objective of the Hub is to create better local relevant product, in line with the TH Global Design direction.

　　The Role:

　　Based in PVH Hong Kong office, as part of the Tommy Hilfiger (TH) Europe Product Development team

　　Reporting into the Senior Manager Product Development of the Hong Kong team

　　Ensure quality of product and achievement of margin & sustainability targets throughout the product development process, by collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, & vendors

　　Contribute to improving the Product Development team, oversee and consult on operational activities

　　Close collaboration and full alignment with TH Global Product Development team (the Netherlands) and provide input to the Global team on China market specifics, trends etc.

　　Responsible for achieving product-category specific KPIs (e.g. margins, sustainability, overdevelopment and on-time SMS delivery)

　　Responsible for product management throughout the development process, by attending key meetings (e.g. raw materials meeting, proto review, final price meeting, SMS review), and advising on possible improvements of product and margins, and signing off styles

　　Responsible for maintaining efficient workflows and product quality by adhering to (category specific) calendars

　　Maintain close relationships with supply value chain & vendors, in all aspects related to brand, & product expectations

　　Liaise with Design for initial product development initiatives (e.g. sourcing trips) during Creative Research, with the objective to foster innovation, sustainability and to ensure competitive price points

　　Advise Design during development process regarding cost implications and provide call-outs regarding quality risks to the product

　　Execute & collaborate on innovation and sustainability in line with company & divisional targets (e.g Make It Possible roadmap)

　　Execute & collaborate on digitization of product & 3D process throughout product lifecycle (from launch to sell in) alongside company & divisional roadmap & targets, in collaboration w/ the Digitalization Center of Excellence

　　Provide (ad hoc) analyses and reporting

　　Engage in ad hoc business projects related to product, process and business requirements

　　Set target FOB prices with the objective to achieve margins, as set by Product Merchandising

　　Execute on operational activities, including product development- and administrative activities , and escalate where required (e.g. overdevelopment, margin, lead time, MOQs, consulting on risk assessment, and ensuring accuracy of data in PLM)

　　Review lead times of fabrics and trims/ possible lead times with supply value chain, B&P, and discuss allocations accordingly

　　Involved in risk assessment (e.g. checking test results for materials and garments), and collaborating with sourcing, Central Quality Assurance regarding any quality issues

　　Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of data in PLM (e.g. BOM, prices)

　　Ad hoc tasks such as material library creation & maintenance, approvals, sample organizing, meeting preparation, etc.

　　Key Responsibilities:

　　Research & development

　　Design advisory

　　Product Management

　　Cross functional communication & advisory

　　Operational activity supervision

　　Information maintenance/data integrity

　　Ad hoc

　　Requirements

　　3+ years of experience minimum, preferably in womens apparel

　　A bachelor/ master’s degree in fashion, clothing or textiles or equivalent experience in fashion, clothing or textiles industry

　　Product knowledge of apparel preferably within relevant category including PD process

　　Knowledge in fabrics/trims quality and color approval

　　Effective communication skills: team player, interdepartmental collaboration, stakeholder management

　　Good aesthetic and sense in making commercial judgment

　　Proactive problem solver with attention to detail

　　Is able to work in a highly productive, fast paced environment with a hands-on approach

　　Inclusive Team Player

　　High data integrity

　　Strong analytical skills, eye for detail

　　Self-driven, pragmatic and business mind set

　　Embodies PVH values of individuality, passion, accountability, partnership & integrity

　　Good command of written & spoken English

　　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.