Run Cat (Technical Representative)

PUMA Central Europe GmbH Vestiging Nederland; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PUMA Central Europe GmbH Vestiging Nederland is seeking a results-driven field sales professional to strengthen relationships with running specialists and wholesale partners in the Utrecht area. You will drive sustainable growth by building strategic retailer partnerships and delivering compelling product training.

Plan and execute retailer events, monitor stock levels, and provide insights to Product and Sales teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, field sales, or retail roles.
• Passion for running and sports with ability to engage others.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building in English and Dutch.
• German language skills are a plus.
• Willingness to travel within territory.

Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with running specialists and wholesale partners.
• Develop partnerships with retailers to drive sales growth.
• Train retail partners on products and optimize POS presence and stock.
• Plan and deliver targeted training sessions for partners.
• Organize retailer events and activations; share market insights.

Skills

Sales experience

Field sales

Retail experience

Category management

Customer-facing

English and Dutch

German helpful

Initiative

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.

YOUR MISSION

• Build, maintain, and further develop sustainable, trusted relationships with running specialists and selected wholesale partners within your area of responsibility.
• Develop strategic partnerships with relevant retail partners to drive sustainable and profitable sales growth.
• Support our retail partners through product training, sell-out initiatives, optimization of point-of-sale (POS) presence, as well as monitoring stock levels and identifying re-order opportunities.
• Plan, develop, and deliver targeted product training sessions tailored to retail partners and selected customer locations.
• Organize and execute retailer events and test-and-try activations, while gathering market and product feedback and sharing relevant insights with internal stakeholders.

YOUR TALENT

• Professional experience in sales, field sales, retail, category management, or a comparable customer-facing role.
• A strong passion for running, sports, and innovative products, combined with the ability to inspire and engage others.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills in English and Dutch.
• Proficiency in German would be an additional advantage.
• A self-driven, structured, and solution-oriented approach, with a high level of initiative and ownership.
• Willingness to travel within the assigned territory, combined with a strong understanding of market dynamics and customer needs.

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.