Pattern Cutter

Tommy Hilfiger; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gym and wellbeing facilities

Campus wellbeing programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Tommy Hilfiger in Amsterdam seeks a Pattern Cutter to develop, adapt and maintain patterns for production-ready garments, aligning design intent with fit and construction standards. You will manage pattern libraries, support new silhouettes, and participate in fit sessions with Design, Merchandising and Product Development.

They require proficiency in pattern-cutting software (Gerber) and PLM systems, plus hands-on experience and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree, diploma or vocational qualification in pattern cutting, garment technology, fashion technology or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience as a creative and/or production Pattern Cutter, ideally within menswear.
• Strong working knowledge of pattern cutting, garment construction, fit and technical product development.
• Proficiency in Gerber or equivalent pattern-cutting software and working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management systems; experience with Browzwear, Gerber 3D or equivalent 3D-development tools is an advantage.
• Applies established methods and sound technical judgment to analyze straightforward pattern and fit issues, compare practical solutions and recognize when an issue requires escalation.
• Builds productive internal and external working relationships and communicates technical information and recommendations clearly in written and spoken English.
• Independently organizes a varied workload, adapts plans as seasonal needs change and communicates dependencies, constraints and realistic timelines before quality or delivery is affected.
• Demonstrates strong accuracy and data integrity and considers design intent, product quality, timing and supplier implications when making recommendations.
• Acts in line with PVH values, including individuality, passion, accountability, partnership and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Develop, adapt and maintain patterns from design sketches, reference garments, approved blocks and technical specifications, balancing design intent with fit, construction and production feasibility.
• Maintain approved block libraries and associated version control, ensuring patterns are accurate, current and applied consistently; identify and recommend updates for review.
• Support the development of new seasonal silhouettes by translating agreed design direction into pattern solutions within established fit, construction and technical standards.
• Prepare for and participate in fit sessions with Design, Merchandising and Product Development; assess fit, balance, comfort, proportion and construction and provide clear technical recommendations.
• Document fit decisions and comments accurately, implement agreed pattern amendments and maintain traceability across patterns, samples and product records.
• Analyze and resolve straightforward fit and pattern issues using established methods; evaluate practical options and elevate unfamiliar, material or higher-risk exceptions to the relevant technical lead.
• Consider the impact of pattern changes on garment construction, sizing, fabric behavior and supplier capability, communicating technical implications before agreed changes are implemented.
• Partner with Product Development, Supply Chain, suppliers and Quality Assurance to communicate pattern and fit requirements, investigate deviations and support timely corrective action across the assigned global supply base.
• Maintain complete, accurate and timely information in the Product Lifecycle Management system and related pattern systems, in line with technical standards and approval processes.
• Independently manage and regularly reassess assigned pattern, sample and fit priorities against the seasonal critical path; anticipate dependencies, communicate timing or capacity risks early and align revised sequencing or scope with relevant stakeholders.
• Support sample readiness, fit-session preparation, technical analysis and reporting required for seasonal product development.

Skills

Pattern cutting

Garment construction

Fit & development

English communication

Technical analysis

Workload management

Education

Pattern cutting qualification

Tools

Gerber

Browzwear

Gerber 3D

PLM systems

Job description

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)

Pattern Cutter

Level: P3

About The Team

The Technical Development team develops and delivers innovative, more sustainable and high-quality products for Tommy Hilfiger. The team supports the end-to-end technical development process, from initial concept through garment realization, helping ensure product excellence and delivery against company and divisional objectives.

Working closely with Design, Merchandising, Product Development, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance and global supplier partners, the team translates the Tommy Hilfiger brand DNA into technically feasible, consistent and production-ready products.

About The Job

The Pattern Cutter is a specialist individual contributor within the Technical Development team. The role develops, adapts and maintains patterns and approved block libraries, translating design direction into technically feasible garments that meet established fit, quality and construction standards.

Working within agreed seasonal objectives, the Pattern Cutter supports new silhouette development, contributes technical recommendations throughout the fit and development process, and manages assigned priorities across the product-development critical path. The role resolves straightforward technical issues using established methods and aligns material exceptions or changes with the relevant technical lead.

Key Responsibilities, Including But Not Limited To

• Develop, adapt and maintain patterns from design sketches, reference garments, approved blocks and technical specifications, balancing design intent with fit, construction and production feasibility.
• Maintain approved block libraries and associated version control, ensuring patterns are accurate, current and applied consistently; identify and recommend updates for review.
• Support the development of new seasonal silhouettes by translating agreed design direction into pattern solutions within established fit, construction and technical standards.
• Prepare for and participate in fit sessions with Design, Merchandising and Product Development; assess fit, balance, comfort, proportion and construction and provide clear technical recommendations.
• Document fit decisions and comments accurately, implement agreed pattern amendments and maintain traceability across patterns, samples and product records.
• Analyze and resolve straightforward fit and pattern issues using established methods; evaluate practical options and elevate unfamiliar, material or higher-risk exceptions to the relevant technical lead.
• Consider the impact of pattern changes on garment construction, sizing, fabric behavior and supplier capability, communicating technical implications before agreed changes are implemented.
• Partner with Product Development, Supply Chain, suppliers and Quality Assurance to communicate pattern and fit requirements, investigate deviations and support timely corrective action across the assigned global supply base.
• Maintain complete, accurate and timely information in the Product Lifecycle Management system and related pattern systems, in line with technical standards and approval processes.
• Independently manage and regularly reassess assigned pattern, sample and fit priorities against the seasonal critical path; anticipate dependencies, communicate timing or capacity risks early and align revised sequencing or scope with relevant stakeholders.
• Support sample readiness, fit-session preparation, technical analysis and reporting required for seasonal product development.

The ideal candidate

• Relevant degree, diploma or vocational qualification in pattern cutting, garment technology, fashion technology or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience as a creative and/or production Pattern Cutter, ideally within menswear.
• Strong working knowledge of pattern cutting, garment construction, fit and technical product development.
• Proficiency in Gerber or equivalent pattern-cutting software and working knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management systems; experience with Browzwear, Gerber 3D or equivalent 3D-development tools is an advantage.
• Applies established methods and sound technical judgment to analyze straightforward pattern and fit issues, compare practical solutions and recognize when an issue requires escalation.
• Builds productive internal and external working relationships and communicates technical information and recommendations clearly in written and spoken English.
• Independently organizes a varied workload, adapts plans as seasonal needs change and communicates dependencies, constraints and realistic timelines before quality or delivery is affected.
• Demonstrates strong accuracy and data integrity and considers design intent, product quality, timing and supplier implications when making recommendations.
• Acts in line with PVH values, including individuality, passion, accountability, partnership and integrity.

Your Wellbeing is Our Priority

In the heart of Amsterdam, PVH is home to the global headquarters of Tommy Hilfiger and the European offices of Calvin Klein.

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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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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.