Senior Garment Technician, Sweaters & Knits

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)

POSITION SUMMARY:

All brand strategies, product development, and innovation are led and driven by certain PVH affiliates in the US with respect to products under the Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger brands sold in NA, Asia, and SA; and in the Netherlands with respect to products bearing the Tommy Hilfiger Europe and Calvin Klein Europe brands and sold in the Asia region. The position in this job description helps the above-mentioned PVH-related parties meet their operating and strategic needs.

• Collaborate cross-functionally on technical development, process and product integrity for knitted Sweater from design sign-off, through fit approval to production readiness
• Possesses strong technical knowledge and experience of premium garment engineering to handle Men, Women and Kidswear
• A solid grasp of brand identity, aesthetics, and manufacturing and machinery is essential.
• Coach and support regional vendors and factories by offering guidance on best practices in style development, sewing construction, fitting, and production readiness. This ensures that design intent and cost margins are achieved Right-First Time (RFT).
• Partner in developing and implementing SOP for product standardization and process alignment
• Educate stakeholders on Tommy's global fit, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality requirements to uphold the Tommy DNA and maintain PVH's premium standards.
• Drive Vendor Fit Empowerment program through training, product and process education, audit and calibration
• Factory visits for sample reviews and training are crucial and should be conducted as necessary.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

Product Execution and Assessment

• Ensure adherence to design intent across from Proto, 1st Fit, to Pre-Production approval.
• Share expertise in style development and garment engineering
• Support Sweater's technical compliance/risk assessments with onshore, regional, PD, sourcing, merchandisers, and vendors to ensure timely delivery of viable, consumer-ready knitwear.
• Act as the primary technical contact for APAC regarding troubleshooting fittings, seaming, linking, dimensions, and finishing discrepancies.
• Support factory teams in resolving product issues and suggest alternative solutions for styling/ fit.
• Provide coaching on managing sample timelines in collaboration with BU, Sourcing and Vendors.

Vendor Empowerment and Training

• Lead the regional vendor empowerment program by training and coaching factories on product details and essential processes. Our aim is to empower Factory Certified Fit Technicians (FCFT) to manage fit approval independently
• Foster strong relationships and collaboration with cross-functional hub offices, vendors, and partners, ensuring consistent communication to address needs throughout the product life cycle.
• Evaluate vendor performance at the conclusion of each season, pinpoint vendors requiring assistance, and devise training plans or distribute case studies to ensure that standards are understood and applied effectively. 
• Revise seasonal scorecards and work alongside to produce quarterly evaluation reports for vendors and internal technical teams.

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CONTACTS

• Internal Contacts: Merchandising team, QA team, Fabric team, Trim team
• External Contacts: Buying team, Design team, Development team, Vendor's tech team and sample room, pattern cad suppliers, Interlining and sewing machine equipment suppliers

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct:  Junior technician, technician, and senior technician
• Indirect:  All relevant vendor/factory sample tech and pattern maker

DECISION MAKING

• Sample approval / Pattern construction / Fitting result / Quality standard
• Make decision at the best interest of brand and corporate

RESOURCEFULNESS/CREATIVITY

• Ability to drive and influence internal and external resources/partners
• Create positive intent and encourage a positive outlook during times of change and uncertainty
• Ability to think out of the box

ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to work with multi-cultural, multi-lingual, multi-time zone business partners and counter-parts. 
• Being open to changes.

CORE VALUE

• Embrace PVH's core values: Individuality, Partnership, Passion, Integrity, and Accountability.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Technical Management or related discipline preferred. 
• 8-10 years of garment manufacturing experience in Sweater.
• Experience in buying/trading office or manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
• Ability to proactively analyze issues and problem-solve.
• Knowledge of PLM & 3D programs is a plus.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Sweater & garment construction and engineering.
• Experience in private label is preferable.
• Build good working relationships; collaborates toward deadlines and deliverables.
• Ability to effectively convey technical information clearly in common terms.
• Able to communicate effectively across the team and organization.
• Able to work under pressure. Excellent communication skills, self-motivated, responsive, and detail-minded
• Excellent written and spoken English; local language fluency is a plus

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+.   

One of PVH’s 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 law. In 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.