Senior Product Line Manager Running Footwear

PUMA North America, Inc.; Boston (MA); Sur place; USD 95 000 - 122 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

PUMA North America, Inc. seeks a senior product leader to own the strategy, creation, and execution of key product lines from consumer insight through go-to-market.

You will translate insights into briefs, partner with design and merchandising to deliver innovative, performance-driven collections, and inform decisions with rigorous data analysis. You will drive cross-functional collaboration across Product Creation, Merchandising, Marketing, Sales, and regional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Product Management, or related field.
• 5+ years in product management, merchandising, or product creation within sporting goods.
• Passion for running and performance running trends.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking.
• Ability to translate insights into product opportunities.
• Proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, PLM systems.

Responsabilités

• Own the strategy, creation, and execution of assigned product lines from consumer insight through commercialization.
• Translate consumer, athlete, marketplace, and competitive insights into clear product briefs and opportunities.
• Partner with design, development, and merchandising teams to deliver innovative performance-driven collections.
• Monitor category performance to identify opportunities and inform planning decisions.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration across Product Creation, Merchandising, Marketing, Sales, and Regions.
• Maintain accurate product data within PLM systems throughout the creation process.
• Engage with athletes, retailers, and industry partners to gather insights and validate concepts.
• Develop and deliver compelling product stories and seasonal presentations.

Connaissances

Product management

Analytical skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

PowerPoint

Excel

PLM systems

Product analytics tools

Description du poste

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. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy.

YOUR MISSION

• Product Lifecycle Management: Own the strategy, creation, and execution of assigned product lines from consumer insight through commercialization, ensuring alignment with category objectives and the GTM calendar.
• Consumer Insight Integration: Translate consumer, athlete, marketplace, and competitive insights into clear product briefs and actionable product opportunities.
• Collection Development: Partner with Design, Development, Innovation, and Merchandising teams to deliver innovative, performance-driven product collections that meet consumer and business needs.
• Data & Analysis: Monitor category, franchise, and competitive performance to identify opportunities, evaluate product success, and inform future product and line planning decisions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead and influence cross-functional partners across Product Creation, Merchandising, Marketing, Sales, and Regional teams to drive alignment and commercial success.
• Tools & Systems: Maintain accurate and timely product information within PLM systems while ensuring integrity of product data throughout the creation process.
• External Engagement: Engage with athletes, consumers, retailers, and industry partners to gather insights, validate product concepts, and represent PUMA at key events and meetings.
• Presentation: Develop and deliver compelling product stories, category strategies, and seasonal product presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
• Travel: Up to 20% domestic and international travel to engage with consumers, key markets, retailers, development partners, and industry events.

YOUR TALENT

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Product Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of product management, merchandising, or product creation experience within sporting goods, preferably footwear.
• Passion for running with a strong understanding of the performance running consumer, industry trends, and competitive landscape.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate insights into product opportunities.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, PLM systems, and product analytics tools.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate effectively within a global matrix organization.
• Strong communication, presentation, and storytelling skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholder groups.
• High energy, entrepreneurial mindset, and ability to lead multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Domestic and international travel required up to 20%.

The hiring range base pay for this position is $95,325 - $121,975 + Bonus + Benefits

(Benefit Summary Corporate)

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

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.

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.