Designer I Run/Train Footwear

PUMA Group; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

A global sports brand in Massachusetts is seeking a Footwear Designer I for the Running & Training segment. The role involves conceptualizing new designs, conducting market research, and preparing presentations. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Industrial Design and some experience in footwear design. This position offers a salary between $51,800 and $82,900, with additional bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 internship or 6 months – 1 year's product design experience in footwear design.
• Competency in design software including Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to travel and work internationally 25% yearly.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize new footwear designs.
• Provide market research and design trend analysis.
• Prepare design review presentations.

Skills

Strong drawing skills

Presentation skills

Creative design skills

Ability to work in teams

Education

College/University degree in Industrial Design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

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. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy and all genders are welcome. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.

Your Mission

The Footwear Designer I Running & Training position will be responsible for meeting seasonal design objectives within the parameters of the PUMA International timeline. The candidate will design footwear by combining influences of sport performance and lifestyle to bring unique products to market. Designer expertise will be used in designing seasonal performance driven footwear that address fast paced design requests for footwear design detailing: color and material selection, presentation preparation, market research, and logistical support by

• Conceptualize new footwear designs.
• Provide market research and design trend analysis.
• Research and understand different consumer needs and channels.
• Design into both innovative performance product and cost-effective essentials.
• Prepare design review presentations.
• Execute footwear design detailing and technical packages for the factory and 3D teams.
• Design and specify trend relevant color and material options.
• Refine and finish footwear designs through multiple prototyping process.
• Manage and update design tech packs and data base.

Your Talent

• College/University degree in Industrial Design or related field.
• Minimum 1 internship or 6 months – 1 year's product design experience in footwear design.
• Strong drawing, rendering and presentation skills.
• Refined design conceptualization and communication skills.
• Creative and innovative design skills within multiple areas of the design process.
• Competency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work within cross-functional teams (product line management and development teams)
• Ability to travel and work internationally 25% yearly.

The Hiring range base pay for this position is $51,800 - $82,900 + Bonus + Benefits

Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience

PUMA supports over 19,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.

PUMA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of PUMA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran-status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.