Assistant Manager Materials Footwear

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.

Your mission

• Interpret seasonal material briefs and translate Design vision into actionable development plans; direct T2 concept swatch development
• Oversee the materials libraries, and seasonal catalog operations
• Set leather quality standards and audit protocols; lead quarterly T2 factory quality reviews, drive corrective action plans, and approve material release for bulk production
• Lead BU Development Trip & Vendor Fair events (Sportstyle focus)
• Lead on seasonal COLORO palette and drive MAC sampling execution with T2
• Upper material toolbox creation per category; ensure toolboxes align with category strategy, cost targets, and sustainability KPIs
• Support T1 on T2 compliance initiatives, e.g. RSL, LWG/GRS certificate uploads

Your talent

• College above, preferably material science, chemical engineering, textile engineering
• 5-8 years’ related working experience in footwear Industry
• Knowledge in FTW Material management, particularly in leather, synthetics
• Material Quality Control experience is a plus
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel & PowerPoint
• Fluent spoken and written English and Chinese

Our principles

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.