About this role
Senior Specialist Process & Milestone (6-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
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)
About the Team
The Product Strategy and Planning department brings together Product Strategy, Merchandise Planning, Process & Milestone Management and Project Management to support the long-term growth of Tommy Hilfiger. The Process & Milestone Management team coordinates the product development calendar and helps create connected, consistent ways of working across product divisions and functions.
About the Role
This is a six-month fixed-term position, providing temporary cover within the central calendar team.
The Senior Specialist, Process & Milestone Management is a key member of the central calendar team and independently owns complex calendar and process work across the Tommy Hilfiger product organization. The role maintains an integrated view of seasonal product development calendars, enables alignment on business-critical milestones and helps stakeholders resolve dependencies and improve ways of working. Acting as a trusted process resource, the role brings structure, insight and practical solutions that support consistent and timely execution.
Key Responsibilities
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Including but not limited to
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Own the mapping, maintenance and accuracy of seasonal product development calendars, ensuring milestones, dependencies and accountable owners are clearly reflected.
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Maintain an integrated cross-divisional view of calendar activity and provide stakeholders with timely visibility of key dates, changes and interdependencies.
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Coordinate calendar and process alignment across product divisions and cross-functional teams, bringing stakeholders together to clarify requirements and support connected execution.
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Act as a key point of contact and subject-matter resource for product development calendar and related process questions, providing clear guidance and practical solutions.
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Monitor adherence to business-critical milestones, identify emerging risks or slippage, and work with accountable owners to agree follow-up actions or appropriate escalation.
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Facilitate the resolution of calendar conflicts, process issues and cross-functional dependencies by clarifying implications, options and required decisions.
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Identify opportunities to simplify and strengthen calendar processes, using stakeholder feedback, performance insights and relevant best practices to recommend improvements.
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Support the implementation of agreed process and calendar changes by translating decisions into clear updates, guidance and practical actions for affected teams.
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Build productive relationships across functions and levels, gaining cooperation and supporting consistent adoption of agreed milestones and ways of working.
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Independently prioritize a varied workload based on business value, urgency, risk and dependencies; manage stakeholder expectations and align transparent trade-offs when priorities compete.
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Share expertise and practical guidance with colleagues, contributing to consistent knowledge and capability within the team.
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Qualifications & Experience
Experience
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4-7 years of relevant experience in calendar management, process management, project planning, change implementation, or a related field.
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Demonstrated experience coordinating complex, cross-functional processes and managing interdependent milestones across multiple stakeholders.
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Experience identifying process improvements and supporting their implementation in a matrixed environment.
Skills
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In-depth knowledge of process, calendar or project management, with the ability to apply relevant best practices to improve ways of working.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify dependencies, assess impacts and translate complex information into practical actions.
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Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to gain cooperation across functions and organizational levels.
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Sound judgment and composure in a fast-changing environment, balancing business needs with quality, realistic commitments and sustainable delivery.
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Constructive and adaptable approach to change, with the ability to help stakeholders understand and adopt revised processes or milestones.
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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
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Fluent English communication skills (written and spoken).
Education
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Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, any other related field, or the equivalent in relevant work experience.
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Your Wellbeing is Our Priority
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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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Check out our Amsterdam Campus here.
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About PVH:
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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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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.
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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.