Designer Sportstyle Footwear

PUMA SE; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 52.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

PUMA SE in Germany seeks a skilled Footwear Designer focusing on Color & Materials to deliver on-brand concepts for key accounts and SMU projects. Translate briefs into commercial footwear concepts and renderings, driving color, materials and finish choices.

With 3–4 years in footwear design and strong Illustrator/Photoshop skills, you will collaborate with Product Management and development teams to ensure creative design meets business goals and calendar milestones.

Qualifikationen

• 3–4 years of work experience in footwear design or color & materials design.
• Strong knowledge of Sport Lifestyle industry, fabrics, and technologies.
• Experience creating commercial footwear products for accounts.
• Excellent eye for color, materials, trends, and storytelling.
• Advanced proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop; 3D tools a plus.

Aufgaben

• Translate briefs into compelling, on-brand footwear concepts and variations.
• Design sportstyle footwear with emphasis on Color & Materials for SMU and key accounts.
• Create concepts, colorways, renderings, material maps, Tech Packs and presentations to support product development.
• Proactively propose seasonal colorways, materials, graphics and storytelling for strategic accounts.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Development and cross-functional teams for design accuracy.
• Review prototypes to ensure alignment with design intent and commercial goals.

Kenntnisse

Footwear design

Color & materials design

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

English skills

Multitasking

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Design

Footwear Design degree

Tools

3D design tools

Jobbeschreibung

YOUR MISSION

• Translate retail partner briefs, commercial opportunities, and account strategies into compelling, on-brand footwear concepts and product variations
• Design Sportstyle footwear with a strong focus on Color & Materials for the SMU and key account business
• Create footwear concepts, colorways, renderings, material maps, Tech Packs, and account presentations to support the product creation and development process
• Create proactive seasonal design proposals, colorways, material executions, graphics, and storytelling tailored to strategic accounts and targeted consumers
• Identify and execute relevant color, material, and finish trends that drive commercial success across key accounts and markets
• Collaborate closely with Product Management, Development, and cross-functional teams to ensure design accuracy and successful project execution
• Review prototypes and samples to ensure the final product reflects the original design intent and meets commercial objectives
• Deliver projects in line with the PUMA development calendar and account milestones
• Conduct market, consumer, fashion, and sneaker trend research to identify new opportunities for account-specific product creation and business growth
• Participate in market visits, consumer research activities, and inspiration trips to gather insights and fuel future product concepts

YOUR TALENT

• At least 3-4 years of work experience in Footwear Design, Color & Materials Design, or a related role within the sportswear, footwear, or lifestyle industry
• Strong knowledge of Sport Lifestyle industry, fabrics, and new industry technologies
• Experience creating commercial footwear products and account-specific executions within the sportstyle or lifestyle market
• Strong design talent with an excellent eye for color, materials, trends, and consumer-relevant storytelling
• Team-player mentality with a proactive and collaborative approach
• Additional experience in Footwear Product Design is considered a plus
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; experience with digital or 3D design tools is a plus
• Strong presentation, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Very good verbal and written English skills
• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Design, Footwear Design, Fashion Design, or a related field
• Distinguished portfolio showcasing footwear design and Color & Materials expertise

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. At PUMA, we are in constant pursuit of faster. That extends beyond our support of the fastest athletes in the world. We also work to be fast in how we adapt to and connect with the constantly changing world around us. Through innovative design, iconic footwear and apparel, and authentic partnerships, we aim to always push what's next in both sport and culture. PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.