CK Outlet Merchandiser (Freelance)

About Calvin Klein
At Calvin Klein, we believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture by celebrating different perspectives, backgrounds and beliefs to truly connect with our associates and consumers. 

Join us and have a meaningful impact on the world and endless opportunities to design your future. Calvin Klein is a fashion lifestyle brand with bold, progressive ideals and a sensual aesthetic that is recognized worldwide. Our modern and minimalist approach to design, provocative imagery and authentic connection to culture has resonated with customers for over 50 years. Founded in 1968 by Calvin Klein and his business partner Barry Schwartz, we have built our reputation as a leader in American fashion through the distinct Calvin Klein brand lines and a licensed range of products. Global retail sales of Calvin Klein brand products exceeded $9 billion in 2019 and were distributed in over 110 countries. Calvin Klein employs over 11,500 associates globally. We were acquired by PVH Corp. in 2003.

The Department and Team
The European Retail Brick & Mortar team oversees the supply chain for the European stores (Full Price, Outlet, Concession, Franchise) for Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein. The team drives merchandise planning strategies, builds ranges and collections, buys and produces collections for outlet and special capsules for full price, manages the orderbooks and logistics, in-season management and drives strategies to evolve an omni-channel consumer journey. The team environment is dynamic, open and respectful.
The merchandising team?s main role is to create cohesive collections for the stores by selecting commercial product that is appropriate in an outlet environment while upholding the Brand image.

The Position
As Merchandiser for CK Outlet you will be supporting the Merchandising team in the assortment building process for CK Underwear and CK Kids. You will work closely with the Planning team to define the best Outlet assortments based on commerciality, profitability and brand relevance.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Planning team to analyze weekly merchandising reports and present key findings, areas of opportunity and proposed actions during trade meetings. 
• Produce detailed hindsight analysis to support seasonal strategies and growth proposals.
• Partner with Planning & Operations to hold bi-weekly Calls with our Buying & Merchandising Offices across Europe to influence and advice on trading decisions.
• Work cross-functionally in order to track Inbound/Outbound progress to support the merchandising team.
• Working with the VM team to deliver seasonal and in Season store communication, ensuring you impart your vision and Merchandise strategy through the guidelines.
• Support in the seasonal assortment building process from initial strategy to final selection, presenting the assortments in key meetings. 
  
   

The Ideal Candidate: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills) & Adobe Creative Suite
• Excellent communication skills 
• Fluent in English, verbal and written 
• Experience in Merchandising and preferably experience in Outlet fashion environment
• Confident in presenting in front of large groups
• Team player, can-do mentality and willing to learn
• Hard-worker, proactive, hands-on mentality, flexible, multitasking, solution oriented, ability to prioritize
   

PVH Europe and our brands, TOMMY HILFIGER and CALVIN KLEIN, are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. We believe we are bettered by all forms of diversity, and take pride in working with top talent from every walk of life and corner of the world. In the spirit of inclusivity, qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, ethnicity, ability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.