Product Development
Garment Technologist
Bağcılar – İstanbul, Türkiye
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.
Your Talent
- Graduate in textiles / Clothing or technical institute is preferable.
- Strong computer skills (Knowledge on CAD is an advantage)
- 3-5 years of experience, major in active wear or performance sportswear
- Fluent in English
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good working knowledge of pattern, garment construction and grading, with an in-depth understanding of different fabric shapes and fits.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- A team player with a positive attitude and an organized and proactive way of working
Your Mission
- Conduct technical evaluations of patterns, grading, fitting, and workmanship for various sample types.
- Manage fitting samples (Proto, sealing, and size set approval) within development and OPD calendar time frames.
- Oversee measurement charts in the PUMA system, perform grading checks, and provide final approval before bulk production.
- Check the print placements and approve for bulk.
- Review technical packs for accuracy and completeness, offering feedback and enhancements to product developers.
- Plan and track product development schedules to meet timely completion based on the development calendar.
- Prioritize workload to achieve critical business deadlines.
- Prepare seasonal sample evaluation data.
- Provide technical support during on-site meetings with factories.
- Collaborate closely with suppliers and quality teams, periodically visiting factories to assess sampling performance.
- Attend risk assessment meetings at each garment development stage.
- Enter fitting comments in the PUMA system within specified deadlines.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of production processes, fabric properties, and costing.
- Ensure on-time approval of seal samples and achieve a high seal sample hit rate.
- Work cross-functionally with internal departments (Product Development, PLM, Designers, QC) and external stakeholders (Factories, Pattern Software & Mannequin Companies when necessary).
- Support and educate suppliers to maintain consistent quality and fit.
- Be open to overseas travel.
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.
PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 51 countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.
