What we’re looking for:

You’re a natural leader who gets the bigger picture but never misses the detail. You know how to drive outcomes, manage risk, and bring structure to complexity — all while keeping a people-first mindset. If you take pride in clean processes, clear communication, and sharp execution, we want to hear from you.

• 5+ years of experience in a high-volume AP environment, ideally within retail or FMCG.

• Experience leading teams, with a knack for developing talent and driving accountability.

• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel.

• A proactive operator who sees problems before they happen – and solves them before they escalate.

• Outstanding organisational and time management skills, with the ability to pivot when priorities shift.

• A collaborative communicator who can build trust and influence across all levels of the business.

• Bonus points for experience with intercompany invoicing and expense management systems (e.g. Zoho).

Why PUMA?

Because we do things differently. You’ll be part of a globally iconic brand that backs its people to innovate, move fast, and make bold moves. And with our big leap to Cremorne on the horizon, you’ll be front and centre of a team that’s ready to shape the future of sport and style in Australia.

Join PUMA Australia – Where Innovation Meets Passion

Big things are happening at PUMA Australia! As we continue to push the boundaries of sport and style, we’re gearing up for an exciting move to our brand-new, state-of-the-art office in Cremorne in early 2026. This cutting-edge space will fuel collaboration and creativity in the sporting and style hub of Melbourne.

Now is the perfect time to join our dynamic team as we step into this thrilling new chapter.

Ready to own it?
Apply now and help lead PUMA’s finance function into the next era.

Accounts Payable Manager

We're on the hunt for a hands-on and driven Accounts Payable Manager to take full ownership of the AP function across PUMA Australia and New Zealand – including our Cobra Puma Golf business. With the support of a Credit & AP Manager and a lean team both onshore and offshore, you’ll lead, mentor, and elevate the function while delivering process excellence and ensuring PUMA stays on top of its game.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, loves to streamline, automate and improve – and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves when it counts.

What you’ll do:

This role is equal parts leadership, systems thinking, and operational execution. You’ll be the backbone of our accounts payable function – driving accuracy, compliance, and efficiency at every step. From guiding your team to leading process innovation, your impact will be felt across the business.

• Lead and mentor a high-performing AP team (onshore and offshore), owning performance and development.

• Drive the end-to-end AP process across ANZ, from invoice approvals and reconciliations to payment runs.

• Manage local and intercompany invoices, high-volume stock entries, and overseas suppliers – nothing slips past you.

• Oversee employee and credit card expenses via Zoho, ensuring everything runs like clockwork.

• Own the accuracy and integrity of vendor data and AP records, with audit readiness always front of mind.

• Champion process improvements and support automation and system upgrades.

• Be the go-to for vendor queries, internal escalations, and building strong cross-functional relationships.

• Support audits and ensure compliance with internal policies and reporting requirements.

Who You Are:

We’re not looking for average. This is a high-impact role that demands someone who thrives in complexity, moves with intent, and sees the bigger picture always. You’ll be the one turning data into action, plans into performance, and challenges into commercial wins.

What We Need:

A planning background that’s rock solid. You know the difference between a forecast and a guess — and your ability to spot opportunity in the numbers is next-level.

A serious go-getter mindset. You don’t wait for permission you take the lead, challenge the status quo, and deliver outcomes with speed and confidence.

Agility in spades. Things move fast here. You’ll need to pivot quickly and discern sharp balancing data, gut instinct, and commercial judgement in real time.

A strategic operator. You're not just about spreadsheets you're about building plans that serve customers, shift product, and grow the business.

You’ll foster strong cross-functional partnerships and build trusted relationships with key wholesale customers — creating alignment, driving action, and keeping everyone moving toward the same goal.

Join PUMA Australia – Where Innovation Meets Passion!

Big things are happening at PUMA Australia! As we continue to push the boundaries of sport and style, we’re gearing up for an exciting move to our brand-new, state-of-the-art office in Cremorne in early 2026. This cutting-edge space will fuel collaboration, creativity, and the unstoppable energy that defines PUMA.

Now is the perfect time to join our dynamic team as we step into this thrilling new chapter. If you’re ready to work with a global leader in sports and fashion while being part of an inspiring new workspace, we want to hear from you.

Ready to take the lead? Apply now and own your next big career move.

We’re planning something big — and we need you at the centre of it.
Wholesale Planning Manager
 

PUMA is in growth mode and we're searching for a Wholesale Planning Manager who can match our pace, precision, and ambition.

This isn’t just a planning role this is your shot at owning the strategy behind how product gets to market across one of the fastest sports brands on the planet. You’ll be the glue between planning, sales, merchandising, and operations. It’s high visibility. High impact. High expectations.

What You’ll Be Driving:

Pre-Season Strategy & Demand Planning
You’ll take the reins of our pre-season planning process leading demand reviews and building out a forward-looking 24-month plan. This includes partnering closely with Merchandising, Sales, and Operations to ensure we’re delivering the right product to the right customers at the right time. Your planning will directly shape our commercial success, customer delivery precision, and inventory health.

In-Season Performance & Trade Optimization
Stay on the pulse of in-season performance. You’ll develop dashboards and tools to track sell-in vs sell-through, identify risks and opportunities, and refine our approach in real time. Whether it’s adjusting a range, reconciling orders, or pushing go-to-market decisions you’re the engine room keeping the season humming.

Strategic Planning & Process Elevation
You’ll lead the charge in evolving our planning strategy driving continuous improvement across tools, processes, and insights. Your lens will be both wide and deep: post-launch reviews, Go-To-Market (GTM) performance analysis, and implementing best-practice planning frameworks. You won’t just follow process you’ll make it better.

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Influence
This isn’t a siloed gig. You’ll lead a small but mighty planning function, mentoring talent and working shoulder-to-shoulder with Sales, Merchandising, Finance, and Operations. You’re a natural communicator, a collaborator, and someone who can cut through noise to influence across the business.

Inventory Control & Channel Agility
Inventory doesn’t sit still, and neither do you. From forecasting to aging stock to cross-channel movement — you’ll help drive strategic inventory decisions that unlock product movement, maximise sell-through, and improve months cover. You’ll be a key voice in our omni-channel inventory story.

Why this role?

Because it's yours to shape. You'll lead our wholesale planning function, drive the IBP agenda, optimise stock, influence go-to-market, and build the process muscle that keeps us ahead. You’ll be working cross-functionally, mentoring talent, and rolling up your sleeves when it counts.

You bring 3+ years of experience in retail construction or facilities, a cool head under pressure, and the ability to lead projects from the ground up.
 

Why PUMA?

• Global brand, high-impact projects

• Competitive salary & career growth

• Exclusive team perks & supportive culture

At PUMA, we’re powered by people. We welcome all backgrounds and experiences to help us create a workplace that’s dynamic, supportive, and driven by shared success.

Apply now and help shape the future of PUMA’s retail experience across Oceania.

Build Bold with PUMA

At PUMA, we don’t follow trends, we build spaces that set them. We're looking for a driven Store Development & Maintenance Manager to lead new store builds, refurbishments, and ongoing maintenance across our retail network in Oceania.

Lead end-to-end retail construction and maintenance projects that align with global standards on time, on brand, and on budget.
 

You’ll be responsible for:

• Delivering full-cycle store development: design, contractor management & build

• Ensuring seamless store rollouts in partnership with Ops, IT, Finance & VM

• Leading preventative and reactive store maintenance across the fleet

• Managing vendors, costs, and compliance with sharp attention to detail

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Merchandising, Supply Chain or a related field

• 1–2 years’ experience in retail allocation, inventory management or merchandise planning

• Experience in the fashion, lifestyle, sportswear or consumer goods industries preferred

• Understanding of bricks-and-mortar and omnichannel retail operations is a plus

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.)

• Familiarity with retail allocation systems (e.g. SAP, JDA, Oracle)

• Experience with reporting tools such as Tableau or Power BI

• Basic understanding of ERP systems and inventory management processes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

• Highly organised with effective time management

• Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented

• Fluent in English

The Allocator plays a vital role in ensuring the right products are in the right stores at the right time. This role supports the merchandising strategy by managing inventory allocation, optimising stock levels, and collaborating with planning, buying, and operations teams to drive sales and profitability.

Please note this is a 6-month fixed term opportunity.

• Allocate products to stores based on performance, capacity, and regional needs

• Monitor stock levels and ensure alignment with sales trends and business goals

• Adjust allocations in response to trading data, store feedback, and market changes

• Oversee automated replenishment systems and make manual adjustments when needed

• Resolve stock shortages and overstock issues to maintain healthy inventory levels

• Support product launches, seasonal events, and promotional campaigns with timely allocations

• Collaborate with DTC, planning, and merchandising teams to align allocation strategies

• Communicate with store teams to address inventory queries and gather feedback

• Analyse allocation results and implement improvements where needed

• Track and report key metrics including sell-through, stock coverage, and inventory health