Lead Product Line Management Training Apparel MEN

YOUR MISSION

• Lead and drive the assigned product category through the whole product development and creation process based on the Go-to-Market calendar

• Developing and managing the market and competitor studies for the assigned product lines on an international level hand in hand with Merchandising as well as analyzing forecasts and sales analyses

• Develop detailed collection strategies for assigned product lines on seasonal basis and under consideration of company as well as Business Unit strategies 

• Manage the product lines through a process of line planning, internal design, and development meetings until prototype approvals and launching the lines at the international meeting

• Working closely with Business Unit, footwear, apparel, and accessories teams to ensure concept and product coordination across all product segments

• Presenting strategy and product lines to international partners and key accounts as well as supervising the preparation of international meetings

• Planning, coordinating, and final checking of the instore date/product flow

• Understand and challenge product costing and costing impact on product quality, margin and net sales to achieve set goals within the assigned product category

• Providing regular feedback to Head of on category development

• Cooperating with Merchandising, Design, and Development (PUMA Group Sourcing) to ensure that the final collection is reflecting market needs

• Collaborate in planning the whole sell-in support (catalogue etc.) as well as in developing the product equipment and packaging

• Ensuring an accurate and timeless set up and maintenance of all lines and all required information in the PAC system

• Executing business trips to target markets as well as supplier visits on a frequent basis

• Pass on experience and knowledge, share best practices, and call for follow-ups for further product line managers (Mentoring).

YOUR TALENT

• Graduate studies in Business Administration, Sports Management, or comparable degree

• Minimum 8 years of experience in product management in a related industry

• Relevant leadership experience including the ability to motivate and mentor others

• Ability to work in a fast-paced working environment

• Flexible Teamplayer with an open mindset, good organizational skills, and well-structured work

• Good market and retail knowledge in the lifestyle, fashion, and/or sporting goods industry

• Excellent MS-Office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)

• Good analytical skills

• Very good verbal communication skills as well as excellent English knowledge (written and spoken).

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. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.