Associate Merchandiser - Knits, Graphics & Polos

Role overview

Calvin Klein is seeking an Associate Merchandiser to support the Global Merchandising team across assigned categories, channels, and genders. In this role, you will help shape line planning, pricing, and product creation so the business can meet or surpass annual financial goals. The position works closely with partners across design, supply, development, retail, and other functions in a fast-moving, collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities

• Work with the Merchant to back seasonal product direction and help build line plans that reflect customer demand, business strategy, and financial objectives.
• Study selling patterns, market intelligence, and consumer behavior to build a deeper understanding of the customer and support assortment choices.
• Use sales results, forecasts, bookings, and sell-through information to guide recommendations and data-led decisions.
• Keep merchandising timelines current and ensure key deliverables and cross-functional deadlines stay on track.
• Manage sample activity, including tracking, proto review coordination, and capturing feedback for product revisions.
• Prepare and maintain market-facing tools, assortment documents, and internal decks for sales, retail, and cross-functional use.
• Review merchandising reports such as projections, booking summaries, sales results, and post-season analyses to surface risks, opportunities, and patterns.
• Track brand, consumer, and competitor developments on an ongoing basis to remain current on market direction and customer preference shifts.
• Use analytical thinking to connect data and trends back to shopper behavior and overall business performance.
• Contribute to process enhancements that improve efficiency, clarity, and team workflows.
• Partner with teams including Design, Product Development, Supply Chain, Raw Materials, Marketing, and Sales to ensure coordinated execution.
• Support merchandising needs in international markets and gain exposure to regional differences and customer nuances.
• Handle multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment while staying detail-oriented and solution-focused.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of experience in merchandising, buying, planning, or product development; internship experience may also be considered.
• BA/BS degree in merchandising, business, arts/sciences, or a related discipline.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong collaboration, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Solid analytical thinking and conceptual creativity.
• Comfort using Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of retail math.
• Customer-centered mindset with interest in how product choices affect shopper experience and performance.

Additional information

The role involves extended periods of desk-based computer work. No domestic travel is required and no international travel is required.

Compensation and benefits

The base pay range for this position in the United States is $76,300 to $103,100 per year. Final compensation will depend on factors such as qualifications, location, and other relevant skills.

PVH offers a market-competitive total rewards package for eligible associates, which includes health and insurance coverage, strong retirement support, and career growth opportunities.

• Pay and insurance benefits may include competitive pay, bonus programs, medical, vision, dental, life, and disability coverage.
• Eligible associates receive an above-market 401(k) contribution.
• Work-life support may include paid holidays, paid time off, hybrid arrangements, volunteer opportunities, seasonal hours, and flexible schedules.
• Wellbeing resources may include Headspace membership, reimbursement for fitness memberships and/or digital meditation subscriptions, and rewards of up to $200 per year for exercise and healthy activities.
• Care.com services are available for childcare, elder care, adoption preparation, and pet care, along with backup-care reimbursement when needed.
• Education support includes tuition reimbursement.
• Associate discount is available on company outlets and e-commerce sites.

Equal opportunity and hiring notice

PVH is committed to equal employment opportunity and considers applicants based on their qualifications and job-related capabilities. Hiring decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.

Applicants are asked not to provide current or prior pay history during the hiring process. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the role is filled.

About the company

PVH builds globally recognized lifestyle brands including Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER, with a focus on creativity, performance, inclusion, and long-term growth. The company emphasizes a workplace where people feel valued, heard, and part of a diverse community.

Calvin Klein promotes an inclusive and collaborative culture that values different perspectives, backgrounds, and beliefs, with the goal of creating meaningful impact and helping associates design their future.