Product Developer Heavy Weight Knits (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 & Team 
We develop and deliver innovative products that bring confidence and self-expression to millions. Pushing sustainable and digital boundaries, we turn creative concepts into stunning collections while delivering on company & divisional KPI?s. 

We closely collaborate with other product development divisions to align processes and ensure efficiencies and partner with a number of stakeholders: design & merchandising, through to supply value chain, buying & planning and global teams. This role plays an intricate part in delivering the brand DNA. 

The Position of Product Developer 
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, to handover for production. 
Liaise with Design & Merchandising for product development initiatives to foster innovation, sustainability to ensure competitive price points and provide call-outs regarding quality risks to the product. 
Join us on our digitalization journey with the aim to create digital first product throughout our product development lifecycle; from proto to production.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Research & development 
• Responsible for achieving product-category specific KPIs (e.g. margins, sustainability, innovation, overdevelopment and on-time SMS delivery) 
• Information maintenance/data integrity: ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of data in PLM (e.g. BOM, prices) 
• Send vendor request for proto and SMS to vendors/Supply Value Chain and accountable for on time delivery of samples according to calendar deadlines 
• Set target FOB prices and negotiate with Direct Vendors and supply value chain to achieve margins, as set by Product Merchandising and 
• Review lead times of fabrics and trims/ possible lead times with supply value chain, B&P, and discuss allocations accordingly 
• Liaise with Central Quality Assurance regarding any quality issues 
• Ad hoc tasks such as sample organizing, meeting preparation, analysis and reporting 
   

The Ideal Candidate description: 

• 2-4 years of experience minimum
• A bachelor/ master's degree in fashion, clothing or textiles or equivalent experience in fashion, clothing or textiles industry 
• Product knowledge of circular knits / heavy weight knits including PD process 
• Knowledge of print techniques
• Effective communication skills: inclusive team player, interdepartmental collaboration 
• Able to work in a highly productive, fast paced environment with a hands-on approach 
• High data integrity 
• Self-driven, pragmatic and business mind set 
• Embodies PVH values of individuality, passion, accountability, partnership & integrity 
• Good command of written & spoken English 
   

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.