Junior Product Line Manager Kids Footwear

Puma Group; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PUMA is seeking a Team Head Product Line Management to lead international market studies and forecast analyses, supporting collection and marketing strategies for assigned product lines.

You will gain costing insights, influence product quality and margins from design to release, and contribute to the global GTM process while aligning with PUMA's standards and competitor positioning.

Qualifications

• First work experience in product management in sporting goods (preferably footwear).
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.
• Excellent English skills, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Prepare market and competitor studies at an international level with guidance from Teamhead Product Line Management.
• Support development of collection- and marketing strategies for assigned product lines.
• Understand product costing and its impact on quality, margin, and net sales from design to production release.
• Develop knowledge of the whole market process (GTM) and collaborate in driving product creation.
• Understand look and quality standards of PUMA and competitors and their positioning.
• Navigate own department and related departments with moderate supervision.

Skills

Product management

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Education

Graduate studies in Business Administration or Sports Management

Job description

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 to let our individual talent and experience shine.

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YOUR MISSION

• With direction of the Teamhead Product Line Management, preparing market- and competitor studies on an international level as well as analyzing forecasts and sales analyses
• Support in developing collection- and marketing strategies for assigned product lines
• Understand basic product costing and how costing impacts product quality, margin & net sales from design phase to production release
• Develop knowledge of whole market (GTM) process and collaborate in driving the product creation process
• Have knowledge of look and quality of PUMA and its direct competitors' products and their positioning
• Complete routine tasks efficiently and shows ability to prioritize tasks with moderate supervision
• Understand how to navigate own department and related departments

YOUR TALENT

• First work experience in product management in the sporting goods industry, preferably footwear
• Good understanding of the textile-and/or footwear-, sporting-, consumer goods industry and retail businesses as well as competitor trends and target consumer
• Good analytical and strong presentation skills
• Very good verbal communication skills as well as excellent English knowledge (written and spoken)
• Excellent MS-Office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)
• Flexible teamplayer with good organizational skills and well-structured work skills
• High autonomy, accuracy and proactivity; global mindset
• Graduate studies in Business Administration, Sports Management or comparable degree
• Ability to work in a fast-paced working environment.

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.