Manager Development Innovation 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.

Your Talent

• College or University graduated
• At least 5-10 year working experience in footwear industry
• Passion to provide solution
• Fast decision making, manage teams
• Details oriented, drive for results

Your Mission

• Responsible for the research and development from the approved design through the confirmation stage
• Coordinate all phases of development utilizing the available resources of Design, Product Line Manager, Model Shop, Wear Testing and PUMA Herzo Innovation
• Assist and contribute ideas for product design, construction, materials, compounds and components to enhance functionality
• Generate a technical development package for each project for initiating the development process
• Work with Innovation HQ to develop projects within established timelines
• Daily communication to PUMA for expediting development process
• Examine all prototypes to assure all specifications are correct and within product cost targets
• Prepare and update project status reports
• Coordinate all testing at appropriate stages. Evaluate the feedback and implement revision
• Assist on production quality issues when necessary

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.

PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 51 countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.