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City of Amsterdam, New York, United States
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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)
Within Tommy Jeans Mens Design our mission is to create relevant, distinctive and commercially compelling product that brings the Tommy Jeans identity to life for today's consumer.
The Mens Design team translates the overarching brand and seasonal creative direction into cohesive product collections, combining Tommy Jeans' American heritage, prep DNA and denim roots with contemporary culture, consumer needs and evolving market opportunities.
We work collaboratively across Design, Merchandising, Product Development, Technical Design, Sourcing, Graphics and our vendor network throughout the entire seasonal process, from initial concept and collection mapping through design development, prototyping, assortment building and final product execution.
As Senior Designer Outerwear, you are a key member of the Tommy Jeans Mens Design team, owning one of the most technically complex and commercially important categories within the collection. You will work closely with the Lead Designer and Design Director, while partnering cross-functionally to ensure the Outerwear collection delivers against creative, consumer, commercial and technical objectives.
As Senior Designer Outerwear – Tommy Jeans Mens, you lead the full design lifecycle of the Men's Outerwear category, from heavyweight outerwear through lightweight, transitional and hybrid product.
You own the creative and technical execution of the full Outerwear range, translating seasonal concepts, consumer and market insights and commercial targets into brand-right, technically excellent and commercially relevant product.
The role combines strong creative design with outerwear product knowledge, category ownership and strategic thinking. You will drive concept development, silhouettes and proportions, fabric and technical innovation, CAD execution, fittings and product delivery while working closely with cross-functional and cross-gender partners.
A defining aspect of the role is the ability to embed technical innovation into the Outerwear offer, contribute to and develop fabric strategy in alignment with the wider collection, and continuously explore new approaches to construction, functionality, materials, finishes and product execution.
You are expected to understand how Outerwear contributes to the overall Tommy Jeans Mens assortment and consumer proposition, balancing commercial continuity and proven product franchises with meaningful seasonal newness and more directional product.
As a Senior Designer, you operate with a high degree of independence and accountability. You proactively identify opportunities and risks, confidently present your point of view to senior stakeholders and understand when to drive decisions independently and when broader alignment is required.
You will also bring leadership by example, supporting junior talent through clear direction, coaching, product knowledge and constructive feedback.
• Lead the end-to-end design and development of the Tommy Jeans Mens Outerwear category across all seasons, from heavyweight and insulated outerwear through mid-layer, lightweight, transitional and hybrid product.
• Translate the seasonal Tommy Jeans creative direction into a clear and compelling Outerwear proposition that balances brand identity, consumer relevance, innovation and commercial opportunity.
• Research and translate relevant cultural, consumer, runway, heritage, market and technical developments into commercially viable and brand-right Outerwear concepts.
• Develop innovative silhouettes, proportions, fabrications, constructions, trims, details, finishes and garment solutions aligned with Tommy Jeans product DNA.
• Build a balanced category architecture in partnership with Merchandising, considering commercial core, proven product franchises, seasonal newness and more directional product.
• Understand the role of each product within the overall range rather than designing individual styles in isolation.
• Maintain a clear overview of assortment balance, identifying gaps, duplication and opportunities within the category and proactively proposing solutions.
• Balance commercial continuity with meaningful innovation, protecting and evolving proven commercial pillars while introducing relevant newness.
• Design into seasonal product and marketing stories, ensuring Outerwear plays a clear role within the wider collection narrative and connects naturally with the overall Tommy Jeans Mens assortment.
• Conduct regular competitor and market analysis, comparing the Tommy Jeans Outerwear offer against relevant brands and identifying opportunities across product, innovation, fit, functionality, fabrication and price positioning.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of Outerwear construction, fabrication, fit, proportion and functionality and apply this knowledge throughout the design and development process.
• Drive fabric and material research relevant to the Outerwear category, considering aesthetic, handfeel, weight, durability, functionality, sustainability, cost and scalability.
• Develop fabric strategies in alignment with the wider collection, identifying opportunities for shared or coordinated materials where relevant while maintaining the specific requirements of Outerwear.
• Research and develop appropriate shell fabrics, linings, insulation, trims, washes, coatings, finishes and functional components.
• Embed relevant technical innovation into the Outerwear assortment, continuously exploring new materials, construction techniques, performance solutions and product features.
• Consider functionality including weather protection, warmth, layering, pocketing, closures, adjustability, comfort and durability where relevant to the intended product proposition.
• Balance technical performance and complexity with the Tommy Jeans aesthetic, consumer needs, commercial targets and intended price positioning.
• Apply strong judgement to determine where technical innovation adds meaningful consumer value rather than unnecessary product complexity.
• Create detailed CAD drawings, technical sketches, colourways and design presentations using Illustrator, Photoshop and other relevant design tools.
• Build and maintain accurate garment worksheets, design specifications and PLM updates to support factory and vendor development.
• Communicate construction, fabrication, trim, colour and design intent clearly and accurately to Product Development, Technical Design and external vendors.
• Maintain a consistently high level of detail and accuracy throughout design documentation and product handover.
• Leverage AI and emerging digital visualization tools as part of the design process to support ideation, visualization, colour and product exploration, presentations and cross-functional communication.
• Continuously explore how new digital tools can improve speed, clarity and quality within the creative development process while maintaining strong design judgement and product integrity.
• Own the design intent throughout the development process from initial concept through prototypes, fittings, salesman samples and final product execution.
• Attend and actively lead relevant fittings alongside Technical Design and Product Development, ensuring fit, proportion, construction and technical standards are achieved.
• Critically review prototypes and samples against the original design intent, consumer proposition, functionality, quality expectations and commercial objectives.
• Provide clear and actionable feedback to cross-functional teams and vendors and follow through until product issues are resolved.
• Demonstrate strong judgement when adapting designs in response to technical, costing, sourcing or manufacturing constraints while protecting the essential design intent.
• Ensure final product execution meets the expected Tommy Jeans quality and design standards.
• Manage all Outerwear design stages from concept, research and development through fittings and final delivery within the seasonal calendar.
• Prepare and present the category across key seasonal reviews, including collection mapping, design reviews, prototype reviews, assortment discussions and other relevant milestones.
• Maintain a clear overview of category status, priorities, dependencies and outstanding decisions throughout the development process.
• Proactively identify risks, communicate potential delays and adjust planning where necessary to protect key milestones.
• Work with a high degree of independence and accountability, ensuring responsibilities are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the Tommy Jeans consumer and translate relevant consumer needs and behaviours into product opportunities.
• Partner closely with Merchandising to understand historical performance, regional needs, pricing architecture, commercial priorities and growth opportunities.
• Use available business, consumer and market insights to inform future category decisions and range architecture.
• Understand commercial considerations including target pricing, margin, development complexity and scalability when making design decisions.
• Collaborate with Product Development and Merchandising to find appropriate solutions when commercial or development constraints arise while protecting the core creative proposition.
• Continuously identify opportunities to strengthen the relevance, clarity and commercial performance of the Tommy Jeans Mens Outerwear offer.
• Collaborate closely with Product Development, Technical Design, Merchandising and Sourcing throughout the complete product lifecycle.
• Build strong relationships with garment, fabric, wash and trim vendors and leverage their technical expertise to develop appropriate materials and product solutions.
• Lead relevant fabric alignment across categories, ensuring Outerwear developments are shared, leveraged and coordinated with other product groups where relevant.
• Partner with the Tommy Jeans Womens team on relevant cross-gender Outerwear opportunities, aligning where appropriate on seasonal concept, silhouette direction, fabrication, colour and design aesthetic while ensuring each collection remains relevant to its respective consumer.
• Maintain close alignment with the Designer responsible for Shirts on the transitional Outerwear and overshirt boundary, ensuring a complementary and intentional product offer across categories.
• Participate in vendor meetings, development handovers, sourcing discussions and product reviews where relevant.
• Travel to vendors and sourcing locations when required for product development, handovers, fabric sourcing and product reviews.
• Attend relevant fabric fairs, market visits and industry events to remain informed about material innovation, technical developments and emerging opportunities for future collections.
• Build productive long-term vendor relationships through clear communication, strong design briefs and constructive collaboration.
• Lead seasonal Outerwear storytelling, styling direction and category integration across the wider Tommy Jeans Mens collection.
• Connect Outerwear to Shirts, Pants and other categories to create complete looks and coherent seasonal stories.
• Contribute to broader discussions around styling, silhouette, proportion, colour and collection building beyond the immediate Outerwear category.
• Present product, concepts and design thinking with clarity and confidence during collection reviews and to cross-functional partners and senior stakeholders.
• Clearly articulate why a product should exist, who it is for, what consumer need it addresses and what role it plays within the overall assortment.
• Share relevant consumer, competitor, market, technical and trend insights with the wider Design team.
• Operate with a high degree of independence, accountability and proactive thinking appropriate to Senior Designer level.
• Use the Lead Designer as a key creative sparring partner while maintaining clear ownership and accountability for the Outerwear category.
• Partner with the Design Director and VP Design on overarching collection questions, seasonal direction and strategic decisions, bringing a clear Outerwear point of view.
• Proactively identify opportunities, risks and decisions requiring broader alignment rather than waiting for formal review moments.
• Confidently present design rationale and recommendations to senior stakeholders and constructively challenge where appropriate to strengthen the final product.
• Demonstrate leadership by example through strong communication, professionalism, reliability, product expertise and collaborative behaviour.
• Take an active role in the day-to-day development of Design Assistants and junior team members supporting the category.
• Delegate appropriate tasks with clear briefs, context and expectations rather than providing executional instructions alone.
• Coach junior team members in CAD development, product knowledge, research, garment construction, fabric knowledge, organisation and seasonal processes.
• Review work and provide regular, constructive feedback while supporting junior team members in developing greater independence and confidence.
• Share Outerwear expertise, tools and best practices with the wider Design team to strengthen overall team capability.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, those listed above. The role may require additional tasks and duties as assigned to meet the needs of the department and organization.
• Product & Design Quality: Deliver a compelling, brand-right and consumer-relevant Outerwear collection with consistently strong design, fit, construction, material selection and product execution.
• Category Strength: Build a clear and balanced Outerwear assortment across commercial core, proven franchises, seasonal newness and directional product.
• Technical Excellence & Innovation: Successfully translate relevant material, construction and functional innovation into commercially viable Outerwear product.
• Commercial Relevance: Demonstrate the ability to connect creative decisions with consumer needs, business performance and market opportunities.
• Seasonal Delivery: Deliver assigned design responsibilities and key category decisions against agreed seasonal milestones with minimal avoidable redevelopment.
• Product Execution: Maintain design intent from initial concept through final sample while successfully navigating technical, commercial and sourcing constraints.
• Cross-Functional Effectiveness: Build strong partnerships across Design, Merchandising, Product Development, Technical Design, Sourcing and the vendor network, contributing to efficient and clear decision-making.
• Category Evolution: Consistently identify meaningful opportunities to evolve the Outerwear offer through product, fabrication, functionality, construction, proportion and design.
• Senior-Level Ownership: Demonstrate independence, judgement, accountability and proactive problem solving while understanding when broader alignment or escalation is required.
• Team Development: Positively contribute to the development of junior talent through effective delegation, coaching, feedback and knowledge sharing.
• Experience: 5–7+ years of relevant fashion design experience, with significant experience in Menswear, Outerwear or technically complex product categories. Equivalent demonstrated experience will also be considered.
• Technical Product Knowledge: Strong knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, insulation, linings, trims, washes, coatings, finishes and manufacturing techniques relevant to Outerwear.
• Fabric Knowledge: Strong ability to research, select and develop appropriate fabrics and materials and understand their relationship to product function, quality, aesthetic and commercial positioning.
• Creative Design: Strong ability to translate conceptual and seasonal direction into original, relevant and commercially viable product while maintaining a clear brand identity.
• Consumer & Commercial Awareness: Strong understanding of how consumer needs, market developments, pricing, business performance and assortment architecture influence design decisions.
• Research & Trend Awareness: Ability to identify relevant cultural, consumer, fashion, technical and product developments and translate them into brand-right opportunities.
• Product Development: Demonstrated experience managing product from initial concept through CAD and technical documentation, prototype, fitting, development and final execution.
• Digital Design Skills: Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Experience working with PLM systems and emerging AI and digital visualization tools is strongly valued.
• Communication & Presentation: Strong verbal, written and visual communication skills with the confidence to articulate design thinking and present product to cross-functional partners and senior stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work effectively across Design, Merchandising, Product Development, Technical Design, Sourcing and external vendors within an international organization.
• Leadership: Ability to provide direction, constructive feedback and coaching to junior designers and assistants and contribute positively to the development of the wider team.
• Organisation & Delivery: Strong ability to manage multiple projects and seasonal priorities simultaneously, maintain attention to detail and deliver against demanding development calendars.
• Problem Solving: Proactive and solution-oriented approach, with the ability to navigate creative, technical and commercial constraints while protecting the core design idea.
• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Fashion Design, Menswear Design or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Language: Fluent professional English, written and spoken, with the ability to communicate effectively within an international working environment.
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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. That’s the Power of Us, that’s the Power of PVH+.
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