Fabric R&D Manager Tommy Hilfiger

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TOMMY HILFIGER is one of the worlds 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 Hilfigers 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 Team :

At Tommy Hilfiger our Future Fabric R&D team redefines the future of fashion by breaking conventions and pushing creative boundaries to shape whats next in close collaboration with visionary vendors pioneering innovators leading fabric manufacturers and our internal business divisions we craft forward-thinking materials and products that ignite consumer desire and elevate the brand. Through innovation and design we drive newness infuse the brand with fresh energy and deliver impact with purpose.

The Role

We are seeking a Fabric R&D Manager to drive creative direction and newness across TOMMY HILFIGERs fabric portfolio. This individual will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of the global fabric development pipeline - from ideation and R&D to sourcing and production - ensuring alignment with brand strategy cost targets and sustainability goals.

This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with deep expertise in fabric R&D and product development who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced global environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all phases of global fabric research development and seasonal research ensuring forward-thinking and strategic alignment for future seasons.

• Drive newness by sourcing seasonal fabric requests and proposing creative alternatives when needed to meet cost or sourcing strategies.

• Manage the development of fabrics that meet the aesthetic and financial goals of the brand integrating sustainability initiatives and PVH PLM systems.

• Collaborate closely with Design to translate aesthetic direction into clear actionable development strategies for vendors and mills.

• Maintain strong partnerships with key global fabric suppliers to stay ahead of innovation trends and competitive sourcing opportunities.

• Monitor and manage the seasonal development calendar to ensure key deadlines are met and development timelines are maintained.

• Ensure all developed fabrics meet Quality Control (QC) standards and are approved within appropriate lead times for timely booking and production.

• Perform seasonal analytics including fabric development metrics and mill performance assessments to inform future strategies and mill selection.

• Identify and recommend fabric consolidation opportunities and reduce duplications to enhance efficiency.

• Keep the fabric resource library organized and current supporting seasonal inspiration and archiving brand developments.

• Participate in global fabric shows and regular market research benchmarking competitive brands to ensure TH remains at the forefront of fabric innovation.

• Maintain and present seasonal fabric presentation points to cross-functional teams and support strategic ideation projects from concept to consumer.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or advanced degree preferably in textiles materials science or fashion-related disciplines.

• 6 years of experience in fabric R&D or fabric sourcing and development ideally within a global apparel brand.

• Strong technical knowledge of fabric construction with expertise in wovens & knits and global textile development.

• Strategic mindset with ability to synthesize creative direction production realities and sustainability goals.

• Skilled in vendor negotiation cost analysis and sourcing strategy.

• Excellent organizational analytical and communication skills.

• Strong ability to influence across functions including Design Product Development and Global Sourcing.

• Proficiency in PLM systems and awareness of potential testing and quality compliance requirements.

• An aspirational mindset in presenting concepts in energetic ways to various stakeholders in the business.

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!

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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. Thats the Power of Us thats the Power of PVH.

One of PVHs 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 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.