Drives the product development and commercialization process, working in collaboration with the internal / external cross functional partners (Design, Merchandising, Raw Materials, Technical Design, Sourcing, Hubs, Vendors & factories) to deliver product that meets business requirements for quality, aesthetic and price. - Communicate with hub teams/vendors regarding concerns related to proper sample execution and costing, throughout the development process. - Must be able to approach work strate... more details
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Product Development and Sourcing Temp
POSITION SUMMARY:
· Drives the product development and commercialization process, working in collaboration with the internal / external cross functional partners (Design, Merchandising, Raw Materials, Technical Design, Sourcing, Hubs, Vendors & factories) to deliver product that meets business requirements for quality, aesthetic and price.
· Communicate with hub teams/vendors regarding concerns related to proper sample execution and costing, throughout the development process.
· Must be able to approach work strategically and have the ability to multitask, managing day-to-day responsibilities in conjunction with ad-hoc projects requiring quick turn-time.
· Proactive management of potential issues; driving to resolution with cross functional teams.
· Seek personal/professional development. Identify opportunities for improvement as well as risks to the business and make recommendations to the team and upper management.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE JOB:
In season responsibilities for assigned product category
· Drive pre-season development, taking ownership on higher level initiatives and delegating where appropriate.
· Ensure appropriate work is being done to build products into target costs while maintaining design integrity.
· Continuous communication with design and raw material partners to ensure collaboration/alignment throughout the development process.
· Lead discussions around initial flash costing at development stage to ensure styles are within range of the cost target, prior to the tech packs being released
· Validate development against sku plan needs
· Seek information from Sourcing partners to understand vendor competences and appropriate product allocation in line with the garment sourcing strategy.
· Ensure accuracy of costing, challenging where appropriate using product knowledge and/or history.
· Lead weekly cross functional WIP meetings.
· Drive collaboration to ensure tech pack accuracy for SMS in partnership with design, technical design
Product category management
· Ensure clear understanding of vendor capabilities and allocation strategy for each category/style in partnership with Hubs and Sourcing
· Understanding of product costs – able to identify price distortions and engage cross functional partners for solutions
· Drive cross-functional calendar adherence and alert cross-functional partners of calendar implications should deliverables be missed
· Collaborate with PVH offshore offices and factories directly on daily tasks
· Partner with Raw Materials, QA, Technical and Hub Partners to ensure a complete seasonal risk assessment is complete.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Experience:
· 3-5 years’ experience in Product Development / Production
· Understanding of Product construction and costing
Education:
· Associates and/or Bachelor’s Degree is required.
· A textile/PD or manufacturing-related background is preferred.
Skills:
· Experience in working with both development and production teams ( Design/Hubs/Vendors)
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting.
· Proven ability to work cross-functionally to meet team deadlines
· Flexible and Adaptable to change
· Solution Oriented
· Strong Communication skills, both verbal and written
· Excellent follow-up and follow through skills
· Proficient in Excel. Ability to create, update, and format data for tracking and reporting by using pivot tables and formulas
· Knowledge of PLM /WEB PDM/ Adobe a plus
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Pay Range:$45.00 - $50.00
PVH currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. These ranges are based on what PVH reasonably believes that it will pay an associate for their base salary for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills. PVH is committed to providing a market-competitive total rewards package to eligible associates, which includes diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our associates and an above-market 401(k) contribution to help our associates save for retirement. We also offer career growth opportunities, empowering our associates to design their future at PVH.
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, consistent with applicable law and without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, 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 also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion, diversity and 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. To achieve these goals, across the United States and its territories, PVH prohibits any PVH employee, agent or representative from requesting or otherwise considering any job applicant’s current or prior wages, salary or other compensation information in connection with the hiring process. Accordingly, applicants are asked not to disclose this salary history information to PVH
