Junior Product Line Manager Kids Footwear

Location: PUMA Way Headquarters, Germany

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YOUR MISSION

With direction of the Teamhead Product Line Management, preparing market- and competitor studies on an international level as well as analyzing forecasts and sales analyses

Support in developing collection- and marketing strategies for assigned product lines

Understand basic product costing and how costing impacts product quality, margin & net sales from design phase to production release

Develop knowledge of whole market (GTM) process and collaborate in driving the product creation process

Have knowledge of look and quality of PUMA and its direct competitors' products and their positioning

Complete routine tasks efficiently and shows ability to prioritize tasks with moderate supervision

Understand how to navigate own department and related departments

YOUR TALENT

First work experience in product management in the sporting goods industry, preferably footwear

Good understanding of the textile-and/or footwear-, sporting-, consumer goods industry and retail businesses as well as competitor trends and target consumer

Good analytical and strong presentation skills

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

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

Flexible teamplayer with good organizational skills and well-structured work skills

High autonomy, accuracy and proactivity; global mindset

Graduate studies in Business Administration, Sports Management or comparable degree

Ability to work in a fast-paced working environment.

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gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at

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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.