PVH

VP Real Estate EMEA


PayCompetitive
LocationAmsterdam/North Holland
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R43017

      Be part of an iconic story.

      PVH is the growth platform for Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER. Through driving brand strength and relevance, we are connecting our global, iconic brands closer to where the consumer is going than ever before, today and with future generations. 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+.

      The Team

      The PVH EMEA Finance Team see it as their mission to share timely, accurate and relevant financial information in a fully compliant environment whilst acting as a reliable business partner. Using this data to provide insights, challenge and guide business stakeholders while acting as a center of excellence on specialized topics. Our goal is to be recognized as one unified community across Europe and a true pro-active business partner with highly skilled and engaged finance professionals. Drive transformational change making PVH fit for the future.

      The Position

      The VP Real Estate for EMEA will be responsible for developing and executing PVH’s real estate strategy for Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger in the EMEA region. This individual will manage the real estate process from strategy to execution for all existing and new stores in EMEA. Reporting into the CFO PVH Europe and the Global Head of Real Estate, this position plays a key role in expansion plans and marketplace execution and will be a key partner to regional leadership to accomplish business goals while working in collaboration with the Global Head of Real Estate to ensure alignment with the global real estate strategy.

      • Work proactively with regional leadership to ensure business objectives are aligned with the real estate portfolio and deliver a comprehensive, high quality store network to deliver on the PVH Plus Plan.
      • Work in close collaboration with the Global Real Estate COE on multiyear plans ensuring real estate strategies are connected to the business, consider region specific needs, and follow a disciplined approach that aligns to global real estate best practices.
      • Manage PVH’s real estate portfolio, from site selection to lease execution including retail stores, offices and warehouses, across all markets in the region in partnership with regional leaders.
      • Supports the Head of Global Real Estate with analysis, forecasts, and business case preparation for CEO, CFO, and Board meetings and is responsible for tracking decisions and progress connected to the multi-year plan.
      • Lead the development and alignment of real estate strategy in support of the overall business strategy and financial plans.
      • Provide leadership and direction to the real estate organization and its supporting teams, including leasing, store development, store planning, construction, maintenance, real estate legal and finance.
      • Manage and oversee all transactions including lease options, lease extensions and renewals, site selection and relocations, lease assignments, subleases, resizing of existing spaces and other lease amendments.
      • Work in close partnership with real estate legal to negotiate form leases and standard business terms with key landlords.
      • Oversee the work with all external real estate partners and is PVH’s primary contact for developers and landlords in the region.
      • Identify financial and business trends within the portfolio and make data- driven decisions by utilizing department analytical tools.
      • Maintain key landlord relationships and build network within the retail industry.
      • Travel to markets to evaluate current and future business.

      The Ideal Candidate

      • 10+ years of retail real estate experience in strategic leadership role.
      • Bachelor’s Degree
      • Experienced negotiator.
      • Proven high performance real estate leader with working experience from the major retail markets in the region. Have a track record of managing high quality store networks, creating value through real estate.
      • Have a well-established network with key landlords.
      • Strong analytical skills, using a data driven approach.
      • Executive presence and ability to efficiently communicate across all levels of an organization.
      • Strong management, interpersonal and organizational skills. Experience in leading and developing high performance teams.
      • Must have a good knowledge of construction and facilities management.
      • Extensive travel required throughout the region.

      Be valued.

      In the heart of Amsterdam, PVH EMEA is home to the global headquarters of Tommy Hilfiger and the European offices of Calvin Klein. We are the home to 2500 big thinkers, natural entrepreneurs, and challenge seekers from all kinds of backgrounds.

      • How we support you: choose the hybrid setup and working hours that suit you, in addition to meeting-free Fridays, work from anywhere 4 weeks a year, 25 days of paid holidays, mental health days, parental leave, home office allowance, commuting allowances, employee assistance programs, and pension schemes
      • 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!

      Be part of it.

      PVH Europe and our brands, TOMMY HILFIGER and CALVIN KLEIN, are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. We believe we are bettered by all forms of diversity, and take pride in working with top talent from every walk of life and corner of the world. In the spirit of inclusivity, qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, ethnicity, ability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.

  • About the company

      PVH Corp., The company also licenses brands such as Kenneth Cole New York and Michael Kors.