(senior) Product Line Manager Teamsport 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

• Confident team player with positive mindset, initiative-taking and entrepreneurial spirit
• At least 4 years of international product management experience in the sports industry or associated product related function (Marketing, Merchandising, Sales)
• Strong leadership skills would be beneficial
• Very good knowledge and passion for football market, consumer trends and retail environment paired with strong analytical skills
• Strong technical Footwear (or performance product) knowledge and product knowhow
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English
• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Sports Management or similar education.

Your Mission

• Create, develop and manage the global product offering for PUMA Teamsport within the assigned product collection
• Drive product excellence from conception through to in market launch through strong relationship with design, development and the innovation team
• Work closely with the Global GTM team in creating the range and relevant product offer to achieve set goals. This includes close relationship to key PUMA subsidiaries
• to understand and fulfil their needs as well as create opportunities
• Work with related inline functions to develop and execute the plans and required tools (Marketing, Merchandising, Sales, Sports Marketing)
• Create and maintain network with key retail partners, consumers and pro players to gain up-to-date market and consumer insights
• Prepare market- and competitor studies on an international level as well as analyze forecasts and sales figures
• Work closely with Business Unit, footwear, apparel and accessories teams to ensure concept and product coordination across all product segments
• Present product strategy and product lines to international partner as well as key accounts
• Constantly ensure high product value of the assigned collection in conjunction with seasonal costing and margin targets
• Care for and preparation of international meetings
• Regularly visit markets, fairs and suppliers
• Ensure a correct and punctual input and maintenance of internal systems (PAC) for all assigned product lines and all required information
• Manage direct reports and develop their potential based on present skills, knowledge and performance level.

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.