Director Product Line Management Teamsport Footwear

Director Product Line Management Teamsport Footwear

SPEED & SPIRIT define our ideal candidates, inspiring us to BE DRIVEN in performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in team spirit, and BE YOU to showcase individual talent and experience. Applying for a job at PUMA is simple: click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.

Your Talent

• Strong leadership skills and a team player capable of driving and developing talent
• High initiative, energy, proactive mindset, with attention to detail
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field; MBA is a plus
• At least 5 years of leadership experience in Product/Strategy roles, preferably in Teamsport or related industries
• Proven success in developing and executing strategies that enhance product visibility and sales
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills focused on measurable results
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders including product teams, General Management, and Leadership Teams
• Familiarity with KPI tracking tools and data-driven decision-making
• Excellent project management skills, capable of leading marketing campaigns across channels
• Passion for sports and performance products, with a deep understanding of consumer behavior in the Teamsport market

Your Mission

• Develop and lead the Teamsport BU footwear strategy in collaboration with the Vice President Teamsport to meet company KPIs
• Lead global growth initiatives for Teamsport footwear product lines in alignment with BU management
• Coordinate the integration of Teamsport footwear with apparel, equipment, and marketing efforts in partnership with BU management
• Drive product innovation with clear unique selling points based on consumer insights and collaboration with the brand innovation team
• Manage the product creation process from concept to market, ensuring alignment with the Global Go-to-Market team
• Travel domestically and internationally to finalize product development with sourcing partners and enhance consumer, account, and market knowledge
• Conduct industry, market, consumer, and competitive analysis
• Present new product lines at key customer and international meetings
• Oversee team performance management and professional development, including recruitment, development plans, feedback, appraisals, and exit processes
• Promote a positive, inclusive team culture through engagement, open communication, and initiatives to improve employee satisfaction and well-being
• Ensure compliance with legal and operational occupational health and safety standards within your area of responsibility

PUMA is committed to equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. We uphold principles of equality and do not tolerate harassment or discrimination.

We support over 21,000 employees across 51 countries. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.

Our headquarters, located in Herzogenaurach or Herzo, in southern Germany near Nuremberg, is home to more than 1,000 colleagues daily, pushing the boundaries of sport and fashion. You might even run into athletes like Usain Bolt or Antoine Griezmann here.

Lead product from concept to market, surpass consumer and retail partner expectations, and connect consumers with markets through design, development, and marketing teams.