Technical Developer at PVH in Amsterdam, NL

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 ) About the Team Global Technical Development brings together Brand Technical Development and Brand Quality to deliver great product, shape technical strategies and set the standards for fit, quality and technical excellence. Brand Technical Development owns the technical development of Tommy Hilfiger product globally, connecting onshore and offshore expertise with certified vendor technical teams to deliver consistent fit, quality and technical execution throughout the product-development lifecycle. The team partners closely with Design, Product Development, Brand Supply, PVH Supply and vendor teams to translate creative intent into production-ready product while strengthening technical capability, standards and ways of working across the global organization. About the Role The Technical Developer owns the technical development of assigned products from proto through to production stage, applying brand standards and resolving straightforward fit, construction and production issues. The role works independently on day-to-day product activity with general guidance, takes responsibility for technical data and seasonal milestones and builds productive relationships with Product Development, Design, offshore teams and vendors. As product needs and priorities change, the role adapts its plan, anticipates practical impacts and raises material trade-offs or decisions with the appropriate manager or decision owner before quality or delivery is affected. This is a 3months contract to start as soon as possible. Key responsibilities - Including but not limited to: Own the technical development of assigned product from proto through to production, delivering agreed fit, construction, quality and milestone outcomes. Run fit sessions for assigned product and provide clear, accurate and actionable technical comments and direction to internal teams and vendors. Apply approved blocks, patterns, grading, measurement, construction and fit standards and identify when an exception requires review. Maintain complete and accurate technical data, specifications, comments and approvals in PLM and the relevant product record. Identify and resolve routine fit, construction and production issues using established approaches, escalating issues that exceed the role's authority or available precedent. Work directly with Product Development, Design, offshore technical teams and vendors to align product requirements, actions and seasonal timing. Own seasonal milestones for assigned product, monitor dependencies and communicate risks early with clear context, actions taken and support required. Support the testing and implementation of new blocks, constructions and technical solutions within agreed standards and governance. Contribute to team performance measures, product hindsight and process improvements by sharing learning and following through on agreed actions. Independently prioritize assigned work as demands change, propose practical sequencing and align m