Competencies:

Collaborative Relationship * Customer Focused * Priority Setting * Solution Oriented * Transparent Communication *Result Driven * Process Management * Leadership & Team building Skill.

Functional Skills:

Negotiation Skill * Strategic Planning * Problem-Solving Skill * Effective Communication Skill * Technical Knowledge * Supplier Relationship Management * Data Analysis * Time Management * Process Improvement * Cultural Awareness* Sustainability Practice knowledge.

* Margin target.

* On-time calendar task completion.

* Ensure quality of work.

* Maintaining discipline.

* Fostering innovation.

* Sample accuracy according to SOP.

* Supplier performance enhancement.

* Taking feedback from PGS & ensure positive development of the team.

• Graduate in Textiles/Clothing or Technical Institute is preferable
• 3 – 7 years relevant experience major in Active wear or Performance Sportswear, focusing on Knit items and all types of jackets (seam-seal, laminated, down, padded)
• A working knowledge of woven and knit fabrics.
• Computer skill – MS office & pattern software. Knowledge on CAD is an advantage
• Good communication skills in English are required.

• Evaluate fitting/workmanship/grading on sealing and size set samples for styles sourced in the FE region (China, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Bangladesh and India). This will involve supporting Product Development Teams in Herzo, Boston and at source on fit / product development
• Manage sealing and size set approval for fit, measurement and workmanship within the development and OPD calendar time frame.
• Manage Final Measurement chart approval before bulk production
• Review “development at source” Technical Packs for accuracy & completeness prior to their distribution.
• Provide feedback on Technical pack accuracy / completeness & enhancements to product developers.
• Prepare sample evaluation data on a seasonal basis
• Provide technical support to Product development teams during the on-site meetings with factories
• Create FE resizing measurement chart  for assigned ranges
• Travel periodically to FE factories to review their progress on sampling performance

• University degree in Footwear Technology, Engineering, or related field
• Extensive experience in end-to-end footwear product development
• Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• In-depth material knowledge and passion for innovation
• Proactive and organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Excellent communication, intercultural competence, and strategic mindset
• Team-oriented, resilient, and confident under pressure
• Experience with sustainability, innovation, and IP processes is a strong advantage
• Fluent in English; German and/or Mandarin is a plus
• Willingness to travel internationally.

• Own the end-to-end product development process, from initial design through confirmation, ensuring technical feasibility and performance
• Act as the key technical partner to Design and Product Line Management, translating creative concepts into innovative, manufacturable solutions
• Mentor and guide the Development team, fostering knowledge-sharing and professional growth
• Drive material and construction innovation, working closely with suppliers to improve performance and sustainability
• Evaluate prototypes and approve Red Tag samples, ensuring they meet functional, aesthetic, and cost targets
• Translate athlete and performance feedback into actionable improvements across the development cycle
• Lead collaboration with cross-functional partners, including Sourcing, Sustainability, and Testing, to deliver against key milestones
• Assess supplier capabilities and lead onboarding for performance-driven projects and innovations
• Domestic and international travel required (approx. 20%).

• Degree in Garment/Fashion/Clothing
• Specialized knowledge in respective function
• 2-5 years of relevant experience
• Good time management, organized and details
• Good communication in English
• Project management, garment making and sewing techniques
• Products and material knowledge

• Prototype development (BOM). Develop assigned styles/collections with Design, PLM and suppliers including pricing and prototyping. Responsible to prepare, maintain and follow up on all necessary documents (style specifications, size tables, fabrics and trim selection, fitting and sealing comments) through the development process
• Product Development/Sampling: Independently developing assigned styles / collections in cooperation with Design / Product Line Management / Team Head Development / other Puma Group Sourcing (PGS) functions and Garment Suppliers. Ensure on time sample delivery, good sample quality / execution / fitting
• Communication/Approvals: Drive proactive cross functional communication  with internal and external teams to ensure a smooth product development process. Provide and collect product comments  to help to achieve a higher product value. Follow up all requested changes to ensure on-time product finalization and approval (including artwork approvals) prior to bulk order placement (buy ready)
• Create and Update Tech Packs in System. Responsible to prepare, maintain and follow up all necessary documents (Style specifications, size tables, fabric and trim selection, fitting and sealing comments). Release Tech Packs to Garment Suppliers to start the product development process. Ensure on time data administration in Puma’s Product Range Management system and related IT systems
• Pricing: Responsible for cost review and negotiations with Garment Suppliers to achieve best possible FOB (Free on Board) prices/margins according to target FOBs provided by the respective Puma SE Business Unit. Activate cost benchmarking activities especially for high volume styles to achieve FOB competitiveness

• College or University graduated.
• At least 5-6 years working experience in shoe industry for Development.
• Be good at related office software (word, excel, PowerPoint, CAD).
• Passion to provide solution.
• Good communication skill.

• Responsible for managing the footwear product development process by supporting the respective Business Units and directly interact with supply partners to provide an effective transition of footwear designs from prototyping into production. Handle development projects with the guidance and support of the Team Leader Development.
• Receive Tech packages and prepare/review with factory to prepare samples.
• Communicate all product, shipping, tracking, material ideas and issues between factory and overseas team.
• Key support on tracking reports and shipping documents.
• Build and guide tech system confirmation specs with factory creation.
• Ensure all confirmed tech packages are accurate and on schedule to support C&E teams and timeline.
• Meet and influence product quality to meet highest standard during each phase of sampling.

• College/University degree in Industrial Design or related field.

• Minimum 1 internship or 6 months – 1 year's product design experience in footwear design.

• Strong drawing, rendering and presentation skills.

• Refined design conceptualization and communication skills.

• Creative and innovative design skills within multiple areas of the design process.

• Competency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to work within cross-functional teams (product line management and development teams)

• Ability to travel and work internationally 25% yearly.

The Footwear Designer I Running & Training position will be responsible for meeting seasonal design objectives within the parameters of the PUMA International timeline. The candidate will design footwear by combining influences of sport performance and lifestyle to bring unique products to market. Designer expertise will be used in designing seasonal performance driven footwear that address fast paced design requests for footwear design detailing: color and material selection, presentation preparation, market research, and logistical support by

• Conceptualize new footwear designs.

• Provide market research and design trend analysis.

• Research and understand different consumer needs and channels.

• Design into both innovative performance product and cost-effective essentials.

• Prepare design review presentations.

• Execute footwear design detailing and technical packages for the factory and 3D teams.

• Design and specify trend relevant color and material options.

• Refine and finish footwear designs through multiple prototyping process.

• Manage and update design tech packs and data base.

• University degree in Design and/or relevant field of study. At least 5-8 years of work experience of designing for one or more leading fashion/lifestyle/sports brand, ideally in the fashion, athletic/footwear industry. 
• Versatile designer who has experience designing products across men’s, women’s and children’s products. 
• Professional experience working in team environment, ability to function autonomously as well as in a cooperative, diverse group. 
• Professional working experience with Illustrator, Photoshop, etc. 3D Design a big benefit but not essential. 
• Tremendous attention to detail and extraordinary time-management skills. 
• Strategic and creative thinking, strong initiative, passionate about product, strong communication and presentation skills. 
• Hands on Footwear development experience. Fluent in English, fluent in Mandarin a plus but not essential.

• Contribute to the formulation of the annual product design plan for the product category and introduce and execute innovative design ideas, in order to achieve Business targets and product category objectives. 
• Create Early Bird projects looking to progress the Sportstyle footwear range, both proactively as well as in collaboration with the Herzogenaurach based Design and PLM teams. 
• Work on short timeline projects briefed directly from the PLM teams based in Herzogenaurach HQ. 
• Work closely with the development team and suppliers in Asia to both source, brief in and develop new materials in line with the creative direction and commercial needs. 
• Ensure the quality of products' design content in order to reinforce and strengthen the brand position and generate consumer demand. 
• Lead by example, mentor and coach more junior team members on the job. 
• Produce accurate and detailed tech packs for total new products including color and material specs to factory standards as well as travel to factories to finalize prototypes when needed.
• Research markets, trade shows and competition for trends and inspiration and provide trip reports. 
• Creation of dynamic seasonal color and material packs that are both commercial, consumer and trend relevant, in conjunction with the Teamhead & Creative Direction. 

• Graduate studies preferably in Marketing, Business Administration, Textile or Fashion
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in Apparel product management within the fashion/streetwear industry
• Passion for Lifestyle and/or Fashion is a must
• Deep understanding of the image target consumer, brand environment and distribution
• Superior level of product expertise and taste level
• Very good communication skills and fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Strong analytical skills and excellent MS-Office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)
• Flexible team player with good organizational and interpersonal skills

• This opportunity will be available in full time or part time.

• Actively prepare market and competitor studies at global level, as well as analyze forecasts and sales analysis
• Develop collections and marketing strategies for Select Apparel product lines with both an image and a commercial eye
• Bring consumer and culturally relevant insights throughout the whole product creation process
• Drive the product creation process in collaboration with the cross-functional team based on the Go-to-Market calendar
• Proactively manage the product lines through a process of line planning, internal design, development meetings until prototype approvals and launch at the international meeting
• Lead target FOB$ & RRP settings, manage the range size, style/article count, gross profit margin and net sales for the respective offer within agreed seasonal targets from Design phase to production
• Cooperate with Merchandising, Design and Development (PUMA Group Sourcing) to ensure that the final collection is reflecting market needs
• Work closely with the Senior Product Line Manager for Select to ensure concept and product alignment across all product categories
• Prepare and present Select product lines and other business related topics to international partners & key accounts

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Design, or related field
• 2-4 years of experience in golf club product design and engineering
• Advanced 3D CAD modeling skills including free form surfacing, parametric sketches, solid tools, associative modeling, and part families
• Working knowledge of Office software products (Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• Project management experience: Ability to lead a project and project team. 
• Vendor communication and manufacturing experience/knowledge
• Solid understanding of golf, golf clubs, golf club physics, history, and the golf market
• Ability to think critically and solve problems
• Good communication and presentation skills required
• Exceptional follow through, detail, and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively schedule and work against business deadlines
• Creative, innovative, and entrepreneurial
• Results oriented with ability to oversee multiple projects and tasks

The Hiring range base pay for this position is $68,640 - $96,300 + Bonus + Benefits

(Benefit Summary Corporate) 

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

• Create 3D parametric models, using NX CAD software, of entire golf club, including surfaces, structures, details, design, branding, and components
• Manage golf club projects: Oversee Product Objectives, Industrial Design, Product Management, Specs, Mass Properties, Product Engineering, Testing, and Manufacturing Engineering. 
• Communicate with suppliers to develop and manufacture new products
• Translate new golf club concept renderings into 3D CAD models utilizing advanced CAD techniques
• Engineer club performance through mass properties, testing, and engineering iterations
• 3D Print prototype club models for analysis
• Coordinate with Development Team on pilot run and production runs
• Initiate and strategize product testing and performance
• Collaborate with Product Team on new golf club ideations
• Pursue patent opportunities for new concepts, ideas, technologies, and products

• 2-4 years of managing product development experience.
• 2+ years of experience working with suppliers based in Asia
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering or demonstrated successful equivalent work experience.
• Fundamental knowledge of tooling and various other manufacturing processes (investment casting, forging, stamping, painting, etc.)
• Knowledge/experience with injection molding processing and tooling (Ex. compression molding processing and tooling, composite material processing and tooling).
• Statistical Process Control experience
• Strong project management skills
• Working knowledge of a CAD system, specifically NX (Specification drawing)
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Strong documentation skills and experience
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically.

The Hiring range base pay for this position is $68,640 - $96,300 + Bonus + Benefits

(Benefit Summary Corporate) 

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

• Develop all components and assembled clubs in a timely matter, validate and approve all product from sample phase all the way to production release of finished golf club and club components.
• Responsible for various aspects of product development from Beta phase to mass production to ensure products are ready to be commercialized.
• Knowledge of golf club manufacturing methods.  Ability to take on all key manufacturing processes to maximize output and minimize bottleneck.
• Work in a collaborative environment with various internal (Cobra) and external (suppliers) partners.
• Responsible for working with suppliers to qualify new products through Pilot Run; be the owner to ensure all manufacturing processes can meet cost/quality/capacity requirements to support overall business objectives.
• Set up product standards, quality criteria and limits on all commercialized products with various product construction and designs.
• Execute testing and analysis on products to pass testing criteria and performance target.
• Initiate and qualify new suppliers and new methods of manufacturing on all club components to support business goals.
• Ownership of production “component specifications”, “cosmetic specifications”, and “club assembly specifications.”
• Conduct and own build trials at key assembly locations.
• Travel to Asia and Mexico based suppliers to manage development of new projects.
• Lead continuous improvements in our critical manufacturing processes in the supplier base manufacturing environment. Review current processes and procedures and lead continuous process improvement project team.
• Process Ownership – understand critical process setting, track performance metrics, and understand key cost drivers involved in critical manufacturing processes.
• Direct and work with Asia Team members on any development/process/quality concerns.

• Bachelor Degree in Chemical, Environmental discipline or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years working experience in development and implementation of industrial chemical engineering processes
• Minimum 5 years Experience in leading and managing cross functional projects
• Minimum 5 years Experience in multinational companies
• Good at MS Applications
• English is necessary, Chinese is highly preferred

• Continuous improvement manufacturing process to gain on Quality, Efficiency, sustainability and functional        
• R&D and Feasibility Study on chemical systems and process applications
• Drive and implement chemical projects       
• Trouble shooting solution for Adhesion and Bottom - component molding.
• Management of bottom component suppliers, capacity management, tooling efficiency calculation.     
• Periodical control consistency and quality of finished components at T2 bottoms suppliers

• College or University graduated.
• At least 5-6 years working experience in shoe industry for Development.
• Be good at related office software (word, excel, PowerPoint, CAD).
• Passion to provide solution.
• Good communication skill.

• Responsible for managing the footwear product development process by supporting the respective Business Units and directly interact with supply partners to provide an effective transition of footwear designs from prototyping into production. Handle development projects with the guidance and support of the Team Leader Development.
• Receive Tech packages and prepare/review with factory to prepare samples.
• Communicate all product, shipping, tracking, material ideas and issues between factory and overseas team.
• Key support on tracking reports and shipping documents.
• Build and guide tech system confirmation specs with factory creation.
• Ensure all confirmed tech packages are accurate and on schedule to support C&E teams and timeline.
• Meet and influence product quality to meet highest standard during each phase of sampling.