(Senior) Project Manager Commercial Strategy

PUMA SE; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

PUMA SE in Germany seeks a Senior Project Manager to actively support and drive the development, management and execution of global commercial projects across channels and regions, collaborating with multiple functions to lay the foundation for growth.

You will prepare steering meetings with senior leadership, monitor progress, mitigate risks, and ensure timely delivery while fostering continuous improvement and strong cross-functional teamwork to accelerate PUMA’s strategic initiatives.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of cross-functional project management in consulting, corporate strategy or similar role.
• University degree in business.
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical thinking.
• Fluent in English.

Aufgaben

• Drive development, management and execution of global commercial projects across channels and regions, collaborating with other functions to support future growth.
• Coordinate steering meetings with senior leadership, project teams and key stakeholders, providing status updates and risk assessments.
• Ensure alignment across teams and drive continuous improvement to accelerate project delivery.
• Monitor progress and develop mitigation plans for critical delays.
• Provide ad-hoc support on business-critical topics with urgency across channels and stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Cross-functional PM

Business acumen

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Senior management communication

Team collaboration

Proactive & organized

English fluency

Ausbildung

University degree in business

Jobbeschreibung

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.

YOUR MISSION

In your role as [Senior] Project Manager, you will be actively supporting and driving the development, and management as well as execution of global commercial projects, across channels, regions, and in close collaboration with other function of the organization, supporting and laying the foundation for PUMA’s future growth and competitiveness. In alignment with Director Commercial Strategy, drive selected cross-functional commercial projects and initiatives that support the commercial strategy and priorities Prepare, coordinate and facilitate steering meetings with senior leadership, project team and other key stakeholders [internal and external], providing status updates, communicating project risks, recommending future actions, escalating decision points, and obtaining strategic direction from stakeholders. Collaborate closely with teams across the company to ensure alignment Foster a culture of continuous improvement, and support the successful delivery of commercial projects Keep the progress of assigned projects on track by actively monitoring completion of necessary deliverables and develop mitigation plans in case of critical progress delay Provide ad-hoc support of business-critical topics that need to be steered across the channels and other stakeholders, with fast progress and a high level of urgency.

YOUR TALENT

• 5+ years of cross-functional project management experience in a Consulting, Corporate Strategy or similar role, within the sporting goods, fashion or FMCG industry
• University degree in business
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects and processes
• Good level of commercial awareness, business acumen and analytical/critical-thinking skills
• Strong skills in problem solving, identifying key issues and developing effective solutions
• Very strong interpersonal and communication skills towards senior management to drive decisions and joint understanding towards one common goal
• Proactive and organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently across various stakeholders in the organization
• Team-oriented, resilient, and confident under pressure
• Fluent in English

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.