• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Textiles, Engineering or apparel related field

• 5--7 years in material development (footwear or apparel preferred).

• Strong communicator with global collaboration experience.

• Skilled in cost optimization, sustainability, and supplier engagement.

• Knowledge of global compliance and testing standards.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed.

• Experience mentoring or guiding junior team members.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and PLM systems.

• Ability to travel domestically & internationally

We’re looking for a strategic and self-driven Senior Material Developer to lead material development across Running, Training, Golf, and Basketball categories within the USA BUs. This role is critical in delivering innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective materials that elevate performance for athletes and consumers.

You’ll work cross-functionally and globally to drive material strategy, ensure compliance with global standards, and represent the team in high-level forums. The ideal candidate is organized, communicative, and confident operating independently in senior leadership settings.

Reporting to the Director of Performance Materials, this role is part of the “Boston” team. You’ll collaborate closely with design, development, sourcing, and global material teams, with opportunities to mentor junior talent and influence team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead material strategy and execution across assigned categories.

• Drive sustainability initiatives and supplier engagement.

• Champion cost engineering and process efficiency.

• Ensure materials meet global compliance and testing standards.

• Represent the BU in global forums and cross-regional initiatives.

• Operate independently in leadership-facing environments.

• Research trends, attend trade shows, and explore new technologies.

• Support the creation of high-performance, athlete-driven products that meet internal and global requirements.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate materials into product creation.

• Provide clear, timely updates on material status, risks, and timelines.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Textiles, Materials Science, Fashion Design).
• 1–2 years of industry experience in textile or trim development.
• Familiarity with product development calendars and processes.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Collaborative and adaptable, with a growth mindset.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment.

This entry-level role supports the Director of Performance Materials and offers hands-on experience in fabric and trim development. You’ll gain exposure to the tools, processes, and systems used by a global materials team, while contributing to the development of innovative, high-performance materials.

This role is part of a passionate, innovative team shaping the future of performance materials. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in a global, fast-paced environment with mentorship and learning at the core.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support seasonal development workflows and material tracking tools.
• Assist in communication with global suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Learn about sustainability, cost, and performance considerations in material selection.
• Maintain and organize the Boston-based Material Library.
• Participate in team meetings and supplier interactions.
• Contribute to trend research, competitive analysis, and presentation development.
• Provide administrative support to the Material Development team.

• 2-4 years of e-mail and/or CRM marketing experience in a fast-paced, direct-to-consumer environment with a proven track record of delivering results
• Familiarity and high comfort level working in email service providers/CRM platforms and analytics tools (experience with Emarsys and dashboards a plus)
• Experience with testing design and methodologies, personalization, and marketing automation
• Experience with audience segmentation
• Consumer-first mindset with a deep understanding of the digital landscape, innovations, and best practices
• Keen creative eye with ability to translate business objectives into comprehensive creative briefs
• Proven analytical skills with strong understanding of industry KPIs and ability to translate insights into actions
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Solution-oriented with a penchant for strategic thinking and problem solving
• Retail, sportswear, or fashion industry experience/interest highly preferred

• Develop and execute CRM campaigns in the email channel with a primary focus on driving DTC and ecommerce revenue and improving conversion rates
• Create omnichannel consumer lifecycle journeys in partnership with other Retention team stakeholders and define email automation touchpoints, business rules, and content
• Manage end-to-end email campaign process from ideation and calendar planning to creative briefing, segmentation, QA, deployment, CRM agency collaboration, and reporting
• Sync with launch, merchandising, retail, and promotional calendars to support priority initiatives in parallel with other Retention and Performance Marketing channels
• Elevate the email channel through storytelling by collaborating with internal partners to identify key brand moments and activations to highlight
• Implement new CRM technologies and innovations to personalize and segment communications
• Develop and implement iterative testing plans, focusing on segmentation, messaging, frequency, and personalization, to optimize campaigns to improve channel KPIs
• Define and optimize audience segmentation strategies and create audience segmentations for all email campaigns and automations
• Collaborate with site and other channel owners to prioritize and execute omnichannel CRM tests
• Lead acquisition initiatives by partnering with site/app partners to drive email opt-ins and optimize sign-up journeys and touchpoints
• Analyze performance metrics and leverage business insights to identify trends and opportunities for optimizations and to drive engagement and efficiency
• Provide clear communication and coordination of campaign briefs, deliverables, timelines, dependencies, and blockers
• Manage the health of the email channel and the email opt-in database by regularly monitoring channel performance KPIs and identifying business opportunities

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance.
• Proficiency in using automated testing tools such as PractiTest, UIPath, or similar.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills working with both technical and non-technical team members.
• Self-organized and detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus.
• Travel may be required based on project needs
• Strong working knowledge of relevant Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, Power BI, etc.) and SQL experience a plus
• Top Skills and proficiencies: Teamwork, Process Improvement, Big Picture Thinking, Communication skills, Problem Solving, Priority setting, Relationship Building, Creative Negotiation, and Leadership

• Work closely with business stakeholders throughout the PUMA North America region across a number of processes, systems, and technologies.
• Interoperate with other IT functions including Business Analysts, Programming, IT Infrastructure, Project Management, and Application Support
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, strategic partners, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and provide feedback.
• Develop, execute, and maintain comprehensive test plans and test cases based on system requirements.
• Estimate, plan, and facilitate SIT, functional UAT, and performance testing to ensure software quality.
• Coordinate thorough regression testing to validate resolved system defects.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking tools.
• Utilize automated testing tools to create and execute automated test scripts.
• Analyze test results and generate summarized and detailed reports on software quality and performance.
• Coordinate testing cycles across multiple projects and with multiple teams.
• Maintain a library of test plans and cases based on business process and system changes.
• Continuously improve testing processes, methodologies, and tools at PUMA North America.

• 5+ years of IT Business/Industry work experience
• Bachelor's degree required (Computer Science, Administration or other related field or work experience)
• Ability to actively engage with stakeholders to align business processes, technology, and data analysis with organizational objectives
• Define the capabilities required to provide products and services to stakeholders which provide value to the organization
• Ability to translate business needs into high level IT requirements and solutions
• Broad range of exposure to various technical and business segments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence
• Azure DevOps knowledge preferred but not mandatory 
• Knowledge of relevant Microsoft applications, including Visio 

• Act as a strategic liaison between the business, IT teams and the Project Management Office, ensuring alignment of IT services and infrastructure with business goals and objectives.
• Through close collaboration with the business, define opportunities and support prioritization based on predefined scorecard criteria (e.g., return on investment, productivity, compliance).
• Develop strategic IT solution roadmaps that ensure proper sequencing of projects and resource utilization
• Facilitate the investment intake process and the high-level planning and execution of business initiatives through technology
• Create and foster shared accountability for the success of IT projects by setting joint success criteria and performance metrics with the business
• Partner with IT Centers of Expertise (PMO, Development Operations, Networking, Vendor Management) to align their work with the business and deliver seamless services that meet regional and global standards.
• Continuously seek feedback and enhance IT solutions to better meet business needs by using an iterative approach to refine strategies and improve outcomes over time 

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design, Industrial Design, Textile Design, or related field.

• 2-4 years of professional footwear or fashion/accessory design experience, with a strong focus on color, materials and treatments. Product & Design abilities a plus.

• Technical knowledge related to footwear materials, trims, treatments, and constructions that align with the product development process.

• Strong merchandising abilities with the ability to create well balanced interest packs and collections.

• Deep understanding of current and emerging global fashion trends and how they translate into product.

• Exceptional visual storytelling skills—mood boards, material palettes, color forecasting, etc.

• Strong sketching, rendering, and Adobe Creative Suite skills.

• Experience working with global product creation teams and factory partners.

• Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• A clear point of view and the confidence to push creative boundaries while balancing commercial goals.

• Up to 15% domestic and/or international travel

PUMA is seeking a passionate and creative Footwear Designer II with a strong focus on color, material, and storytelling to join our dynamic design team. In this role, you will help shape the visual and emotional identity of our products by crafting compelling footwear packs aimed to inspire and connect with consumers. You will bring fresh ideas, hands-on material exploration, and strong design instincts to create collections that push boundaries and reflect the brand’s vision. This role will focus on delivering compelling, innovative CMF (Color, Material, Finish) concepts that resonate globally and drive cultural relevance in our regional marketplace. You’ll translate your passion for design and storytelling into impactful product experiences for the modern consumer.

A culturally attuned designer who lives and breathes fashion, sneakers, and material innovation. You’re curious, bold, and always scanning the horizon for what’s next. You know how to create products that’s not just on trend, but ahead of it—rooted in story and built for impact. We believe footwear is more than function—it’s a reflection of identity, expression, and movement. Join us in redefining what’s next.

• Research global fashion, art, culture, and sneaker trends to stay ahead of market shifts and identify emerging influences.

• Design and develop color and material concepts across multiple footwear lines with an emphasis on seasonal stories and cohesive pack narratives, aligning with brand strategy, resonating with target consumers and meeting cost and margin requirements.

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional partners in Design, Product Line Management and Development to translate insights into bold, consumer-relevant footwear stories catering to regional needs, bring concepts to life from ideation to final product.

• Lead the material selection process, exploring new and innovative materials, finishes, and constructions aimed to elevate product across a competitive landscape.

• Build color and material palettes that are both trend-forward and rooted in brand identity.

• Create and deliver mood boards, color CADs, material maps, and physical mock-ups to clearly communicate design vision when applicable, meeting tight deadlines.

• Participate in material and trend research trips, trade shows, and inspiration travel to stay ahead of trends and innovations.

• Build visually captivating presentations to communicate design narratives and material innovations to cross-functional teams, internal stakeholders and senior leadership.

• Participate in and lead seasonal trend reviews and consumer-focused brainstorming sessions.

• Maintain an expert understanding of the local market competitive landscape and brand positioning to ensure connection with consumers.

• 1 – 2 years’ experience in a focused, customer service-oriented retail environment (preferably apparel/footwear)
• Strong team player
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to learn quickly
• Knowledge of computer skills, basic know-how about MS Office programs
• Ability to lift/carry, push/pull up to 30 pounds regularly

The base pay for this position is $15.00-$16.50 + Benefits

(Benefit Summary_Part Time)

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

• Provide consistently high standards of customer experience within the Store in accordance with PUMA’s Brand Values and service standards
• Through effective customer service, individual performance consistently achieves or exceeds sales, KPIs and profitability targets
• Responsible for accurately processing sales transactions at checkout, securely and quickly
• Maintain the cleanliness and order of the store as well as compliance with all visual merchandising guidelines according to PUMA standards
• Responsible for the execution and processing of incoming and outgoing merchandise
• Required to comply with all Policies & Procedures, operational core competencies and key accountabilities
• Responsible for maintaining a safe, healthy and compliant working and shopping environment
• Required to work non-traditional hours; weekends, evenings, holidays; overtime may be required in this position