Junior Product Line Manager Running Footwear

YOUR MISSION

As a PUMA Junior Product Line Manager of Running Footwear, you will assist in the creation, execution, and management of footwear product lines in a fast pace and multicultural environment. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to the ideation, development, and successful launch of innovative, market-leading, consumer-benefit driven running footwear that aligns with Puma's brand identity and performance standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist and collaborate with the design and development teams to create competitive and impactful product lines and innovations.
• Assist product line managers in various tasks related to product line management and business operations.
• Highly organized and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Maintain accurate and high-quality product information systems.
• Prepare effective sell-in tools and facilitate internal meetings.

• Conduct thorough running industry analysis, market and consumer research.
• Stay informed about competitive trends and dynamics.

• Contribute to the execution of overall Global Performance product line strategies.
• Adhere to designated calendar milestones.

• Analyze and report on category business performance monthly

• Present product ranges internally to PUMA merchandising and sales teams and externally to key retailers and partners.

• Collaborate in creating detailed product briefs that outline design, functionality, features, and performance requirements for each collection.

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, exercise science, or related field to the role.
• 1-3 years of experience in product line management or a related role.
• Demonstrated knowledge, expertise, and passion for the running marketplace, culture, consumer trends, and market dynamics.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and product management software.
• Creative thinking and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Requires 10-20% global and domestic travel.

The hiring range base pay for this position is $51,800-$68,905 + Bonus + Benefits

(Benefit Summary Corporate)

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

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. For additional information, please contact: