Sales / Wholesale
Run Train Tech Representative
Manchester,, United Kingdom
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.
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.
Your Talent
- Passionate runner with knowledge of running retail, technical product knowledge including direct competitor product knowledge
- Experience of retail and / or direct account management
- Ability to create long term strategies in partnership with the account, responsible for GTM Plans
- Strong analytical skills and understanding of retail math & order book management, structured mindset
- Understanding of Excel, Powerpoint and overall business orientation
- Use strong presentation & communication skills to excite, influence & collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders cross-functionally
- Solutions orientated approach with high energy, drive and determination
- Enjoys a flexible self-starter approach, including travel
Your Mission
- Strive to achieve set sales targets and key category and personal KPIs on a quarterly / annual basis.
- Build lasting connections with buyers and key stakeholders, via set product presentations, in season support, and marketing and strategy meetings.
- Provide robust forecasts to ensure budgets and profitability is achieved.
- Identify Strategic Account’s target consumers and build seasonal assortments and GTM plans based on these consumers.
- Provide high level sell out support, including staff training and consumer events, to own account base and specialist doors within key accounts.
- Manage accounts through business planning, stock and sales analysis, and proactive order book management, to support incremental growth opportunities whilst remaining true to category distribution plans.
- Use specialist knowledge to support wider business, including Strat Account teams and Product Line Managers.
- Possess an up to date knowledge of the Running landscape and deep understanding of our competitors; implement strategies and tactics to compete.
- Actively engage with all functions within PUMA, ensuring cross functional alignment and first class customer support.
- To help promote and positively develop PUMA’s image at all times
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 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.
