Manager Merchandising Operations (limited until December 2027)

PUMA; Herzogenaurach; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PUMA SE is seeking a Manager Merchandising Operations in Herzogenaurach to own sell-in readiness, master data, and seasonal planning. You will coordinate with Sales, Merchandising, Cluster and Regional teams to translate regional direction into local execution.

The role emphasizes analytical data management, ERP proficiency, and strong project management skills to continually improve commercial effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Strong Go-to-Market experience in a consumer/retail environment.
• Solid Excel and data-management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Own sell-in readiness and data excellence across systems.
• Drive local product master data and assortment execution.
• Lead seasonal sample planning with Sales to meet deadlines.
• Act as link between Sales, Merchandising, Cluster and Regional teams to align priorities.
• Improve reporting, processes and data quality to strengthen commercial execution.
• Apply Go-to-Market expertise with knowledge of seasonal sell-in processes.

Skills

Go-to-Market

Excel

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Project management

Data quality

Product master data

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Manager Merchandising Operations (limited until December 2027)

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.

• Take ownership of sell-in readiness and commercial data excellence, ensuring accurate and timely product and sales information across systems.
• Drive local product master data and assortment execution, translating Regional direction into effective local implementation.
• Lead seasonal sample planning and coordination, partnering closely with Sales to ensure requirements are captured and delivered on time.
• Serve as a key link between Sales, Merchandising, Cluster and Regional teams, driving alignment and resolving operational priorities.
• Continuously improve reporting, processes and data quality, turning data and insights into practical actions that strengthen commercial execution.
• Strong Go-to-Market experience, ideally within a consumer, retail, sports or lifestyle environment, with a solid understanding of seasonal sell-in processes and commercial execution.
• Strong analytical and data management capabilities, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to translate complex data into actionable commercial insights.
• Advanced Excel and ERP/system expertise, combined with hands-on experience managing product master data, assortments and commercial information.
• Excellent stakeholder and project management skills, with the ability to effectively connect Sales, Merchandising, Regional and Cluster teams and drive multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership, continuously looking for opportunities to improve processes, data quality and overall commercial effectiveness.

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.

The PUMA corporate Headquarters are located in Herzogenaurach or Herzo, as we like to call our hometown, located in southern Germany close to Nuremberg. Every day, more than 1000 colleagues walk through our doors, ready to push sport and fashion forward. And if you’re lucky, you just might run into Usain Bolt or Antoine Griezmann walking down the hall.

PUMA encourages your passion for sports – we live it ourselves. That's particularly true for PUMA Merchandising, where it's essential to make the connection between market needs and product development. With creative solutions, we channel market and consumer needs into PUMA products.