Join to apply for the Director Product Line Management Sportstyle Apparel role at PUMA GroupJoin to apply for the Director Product Line Management Sportstyle Apparel role at PUMA GroupGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.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:Managing market- and competitor studies on an international level hand in hand with Merchandising organization as well as analyzing forecasts and sales analysesTogether with Business Unit management developing and assuring detailed collection strategies on seasonal basis and under consideration of company as well as Business Unit strategiesResponsible for developing a conceptual assortment plan (CAP) on base of the Merchandising plan (MPL) as well as fulfillment of range planning parameters (Category/Segments/Styles/Price Points/DC/Customers/product flow/color merchandising)Close cooperating with the teams of merchandising, design and development (PUMA Group Sourcing), regions and other Stakeholder ensuring that the final collection reflects market needs as well as aligning on Head of level concerned apparel, footwear and accessories assortment to ensure a concept and product coordination across all product segmentsLeading and driving the assigned product category through the whole product development and creation process based on the Go-to-Market calendarResponsible for product costing and costing impact on product quality, margin and net sales to achieve set goals within the assigned product categoryPresenting the strategy- and product lines to international partners and key accounts as well as supervise the preparation of international meetingsFinal checking of the instore dateRegular feedback to Senior Management, especially BU Management, on category developmentCollaborate in planning the whole sell-in support (catalogue etc.) as well as in coordinating the product equipment and packagingEnsuring an accurate and timeless set up as well as maintenance of all lines and all required informationExecuting business trips to target markets as well as supplier visits on a frequent basisFunctional and disciplinary leading and developing of the Product Management team in the particular BUCollaboration with external partner (assets and/or Co-Labs)YOUR TALENT:Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Finance or related experienceMinimum 10 years international apparel product management experience with top tier international sports company, with 3+ years management experience required.Excellent communication and presentation skillsCredible knowledge of sportswear/fashion consumer trends and Apparel market/retail dynamics in different marketsGeneral knowledge of international retail environmentAwareness of agile working methods to foster collaboration with key stakeholders in design/development to capture fast lead timesStrong leadership skills. High initiative, high energy, passionate, decisive, eye for detail, confident.Strong analytical, overall business orientationAbility to frame and defend an alternative positionAbility to convincingly present category knowledge using PowerPoint and spreadsheetsUp to 30% domestic and international travel required, including regular travel to PUMA’s HQ in Herzogenaurach, Germany.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 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.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionProduct Management and Product ManagementIndustriesSporting Goods Manufacturing, Retail, and Retail Apparel and FashionReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at PUMA Group by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Product Line Director” roles.We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr