- The position is responsible for Puma China Core apparel merchandising management and execution. Build the Range Architecture, Product Segment and SMU, to maximize the Core apparel business aligned with the team goals.

- Provide support to the Team Head to achieve the company financial goal.

Business Planning

- Support Team Head to build up and implement Core merchandising strategy that aligned to achieve the company’s overall business goals and targets.

- Integrated with Style apparel team, cross check and identify Core apparel direction and growth opportunities in value channels. Plan and balance key silhouette pricing strategy between Style apparel.

Merchandising and Range Management

- Plan Core apparel consumer focus compelling assortments that drive growth and revenue across inline and value channels (MFO & Ecom focus)

- Capture local growth opportunities & Business gap based on channel sales performance and consumer insights. Work with global GTM & Product team, local RCC team and channel teams to build supplementary products to achieve the business target. Ensure product ranges, launch and flow meet strategic vision and financial targets.

- Develop both inline and value channels range (MFO & Ecom focus), local pricing, seasonal stories/calendar in MFO to support Net Sales, Margin, Efficiency & Growth targets aligned with company assigned target.

- Responsible for seasonal sell-in and sell thru analysis, make conclusions and key learnings for future range planning.

- Analyze and monitor customer insights and sales data to identify opportunities for growth and innovation.

SMU Local Creation:

- Work with local RCC team for apparel value channels SMU creation, to meet the business and RA request from channels

- Support Team Head to build up value channels range structure based on the channel business request

- Participate in brief, design review and sample reviews. Providing consumer and business relevant feedback to RCC team.

GTM & Cross Functional Teams Communication

- Lead internal cross functional team’s communications and download, with channels, key buyers, MKT and Retail MKT teams.

- Proactive in key GTM milestones: range download, sign off, NSM, and Tradeshow.

System Operation

-  Be responsible for seasonal forecasting, range upload and all merchandising relevant operation in both global and local systems.

• Bachelor degree and above
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in Merchandising, Product Line Management, Product Creation, Buying/Assortment Planning in leading Sportswear/Fashion industry related background is preferred.
• Good command of computer skills (e.g.: Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
• Fluent in English and Mandarin, both oral & written
• MFO & ECOM apparel management experience is a plus

• This role is to plan and execute all sportstyle markting/PR/activities (mainly for PRIME/SELECT) within the country(s) to enhance brand awareness and achieve commercial objectives.
  - Drive campaigns and all releated activities with APAC ambassador.
  - Plan and execute local campaigns and strategic/key account initiatives.
  - Communication and management of agencies. (PR, PPL, social, digital viral, AD, production and event)

• [Task 1] : Campaign Development & Management (APAC & Local) (20%)
  Develop and drive marketing/PR campaigns featuring APAC ambassadors (K-pop artists) and local key initiatives.
  Oversee the creation of campaign assets and execute all related marketing activities.

• [Task 2] : Event Planning & Execution (20%)
  Plan, organize, and execute brand events and experiential activities for key product launches.

• [Task 3] : Omnichannel Advertising & Performance Marketing (20%)
  Plan and organize channels for both online and offline advertising to drive brand visibility and performance marketing objectives.

• [Task 4] : Social Media & Digital Viral Marketing (20%)
  Establish social media roll-out schedules and oversee execution.
  Develop and implement innovative digital viral marketing ideas and content strategies.

• [Task 5] : Influencer Relations & PR Operation Support (20%)
  Build strong relationships with key influencers and manage product seeding programs around major campaigns and collaborations.
  Support PR operations, including the management of shooting samples and the translation/composition of press materials.
   

• Education : Major in Business Studies, ideally with a focus on Marketing Communication or equivalent (above Bachelor degree)

• Professional : + 7 years of experience in marketing/PR in fashion or sports brand. PR, social, AD or event agency experience is also welcome.

• IT Skills : Good MS office skills, Adobe photoshop

• Language Skills : English (Fluent)

• Competencies : Creativity & Innovation, Analysis ability, Open Communication & Listening, Planning & Organizing

• Functional Skills : Campaign shooting Management, Event&project Management

Production handover stage

Implement and maintain a sustainable and seamless handover process from commercialization stages to mass production.

Ensure all processes are consistent and repeatable before going into mass production

ECRS

Drive ECRS methodology implementation in development & commercialization process to improve quality, speed and efficiency in manufacturing. 

Standardized Processes and manufacturing environment

Drive Production process standardization and alignment throughout the supply base.

• Standardize basic machinery, workflow and manufacturing processes
• Drive implementation from sample to production environment

Quality KPIs / Claims

• Support Claim analysis and CAP on request.
• Use the learning from Claims to drive prevention for further Developments, and correction of production processes
• Achievement of yearly KPIs

Education: Bachelor’s degree with focus on Chemical, Material or Industrial engineering or technical education with similar focus.  

Professional: 10+ years relevant experience in footwear with hands on experience in technical Development, Commercialization and Production processes

IT Skills: MS Office

Language Skills: English and additional Asian Languages (Chinese) is a plus

• To support the objective of driving profitable and sustainable market share and net sales growth within assigned Commercial Account(s), delivering against the budget and commercial expectations, while executing in respect to PUMA standards and qualitative brand objectives.
   

• [Task 1] (20%)
  To drive and manage all business activities in relation to the account(s). Represent and document the interest of the account with PUMA interfaces and balance brand goals with account needs by leveraging Customer Info Deck and Customer Business Plans.

• [Task 2] (20%)
  To manage the annual selling and activity schedule (GTM Process) for the Assigned Account(s) – Strategy/plan and business review meetings, range review and sell-in meetings etc. Constant communication to define right customer segmentation and assortment planning in accordance with seasonal initiatives and brand investments with the Brand team (product).

• [Task 3] (20%)
  To deliver the seasonal sell-in targets for the account(s), agree with account(s) on expected KPIs / sell-in & sell-out targets and monitor the progress. Ensure continuous monitoring of the Orderbook making sure orders are placed and converted according to agreed timelines. 

• [Task 4] (10%)
  To recruit and build the key account sales organization with respect to the AP Sales Org blueprint. To develop, train and lead all direct reports thru clear target setting, objectives guidelines and sales disciplines.

• [Task 5] (10%)
  To forecast, track and report quantitative and qualitative performance on Key Account Performance i.e., Sales and Margin, Trade Terms, Orderbook etc. To monitor and report on customers and competitors’ performance ie. market share and development, sell-thru performance, and ROI on key activities, key KPI.

• [Task 6] (10%)

  SMU (Local products) development for Mart Channel (COSTCO & Traders):

  *Capture business opportunities – SMU (Local products) development plans for accounts with L4L team.

  *Plan for sales Support

• [Task 7] (10%)
  General communication & operation related to the tasks between internal & external stakeholders

• Education : University degree in business or equivalent, ideally with focus on sales, retail and marketing

• Professional :
  Functional: About 8~11 years in Sales / Hypermarket

  Industry: Sport, Fashion, FMCG, Consulting

• IT Skills : Excel & Powerpoint (Advanced) / SAP (Intermediate)

• Language Skills : English (Intermediate)

• Competencies :

  Influencing and Communication

  Relationship management

  Strategic Acumen / Business Focus

  Result orientation

  Negotiation

  Proactive / Responsibility

  Positive Attitude / Motivational

• Functional Skills :

  Sales

  Retail Operation

  Presentation

  Business planning and forecasting

  Interaction

Establishing store management and sales activation plans
Communication with Account
Establishing specialized strategies by product and client

• [Task 1] : Cobra & Puma golf Sales Development (50%)
  - Cobra Key Account Management (Stock, Display) and Brand Market Research
  - Key Account Product Training
  - Providing promotions and feedback on key account sales
  - Sales management (delivery order, PR, product inspection, Sales promotion) related to CPG.
  - Establish a differentiated strategy for each account to prepare a plan to increase sales
   

• [Task 2] : New business Development (30%)
  - Planning for new business creation
  - Open new Cobra accounts
  - Establish new sales plan for synergy effect of Club & FTW
  - Opportunities through communication with other departments
   

• [Task 3] : Inventory management (20%)
  - Optimal inventory ordering based on product-specific sales data analysis
  - Establishing market inventory management and customer-specific shipping strategies to ensure stable inventory management and reduce risk
  - Wholesale return management and analysis
   

• Education : Bachelor degree or above

• Professional : 8+ years of wholesale experience required; experience in the golf industry preferred.

• IT Skills : MS applications and Excel Knowledge

• Language Skills : English (Intermediate)

• Competencies : Complaint customer consultation and resolution

• Functional Skills : Positive and effective communication skills

• Interpret seasonal material briefs and translate Design vision into actionable development plans; direct T2 concept swatch development
• Oversee the materials libraries, and seasonal catalog operations
• Set leather quality standards and audit protocols; lead quarterly T2 factory quality reviews, drive corrective action plans, and approve material release for bulk production
• Lead BU Development Trip & Vendor Fair events (Sportstyle focus)
• Lead on seasonal COLORO palette and drive MAC sampling execution with T2
• Upper material toolbox creation per category; ensure toolboxes align with category strategy, cost targets, and sustainability KPIs
• Support T1 on T2 compliance initiatives, e.g. RSL, LWG/GRS certificate uploads

• College above, preferably material science, chemical engineering, textile engineering
• 5-8 years’ related working experience in footwear Industry
• Knowledge in FTW Material management, particularly in leather, synthetics
• Material Quality Control experience is a plus
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel & PowerPoint
• Fluent spoken and written English and Chinese

• Support and drive product development for assigned sporting goods accessories, i.e., Goalkeeper gloves, footballs, shin guard, handballs and related small accessories items.
• Ensure on-time execution of development milestones with suppliers and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage assigned styles through development stages from prototyping to sample approval
• Coordinate with suppliers on sample progress, technical execution, and corrections
• Support costing and feasibility discussions
• Track development timelines and ensure milestone adherence
• Work with cross-functional teams (BU, Materials, Order Management, production, QA) on product specifications and updates
• Follow up on quality standards and testing requirements
• Maintain accurate development data and documentation
• Escalate risks or delays in a timely manner
• Manage assigned styles through development stages from prototyping to sample approval
• Coordinate with suppliers on sample progress, technical execution, and corrections
• Support costing and feasibility discussions
• Track development timelines and ensure milestone adherence
• Work with cross-functional teams (BU, Materials, Order Management, production, QA) on product specifications and updates
• Follow up on quality standards and testing requirements
• Maintain accurate development data and documentation
• Escalate risks or delays in a timely manner

Key Requirements

• University degree or equivalent education in Sports Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field
• 2–4+ years' experience in product development (accessories preferred)
• Solid knowledge of product construction, materials, and development process
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills
• Good communication and ability to work with suppliers and cross-functional teams

Key Competencies

• Ownership mindset with ability to manage tasks independently
• Proactive and detail-oriented
• Team player with strong communication skills

• Success Indicators

• On-time development milestone completion
• Efficient sample turnaround
• Accuracy of data and documentation
• Effective issue follow-up and resolution

Strategically manage and promote sales culture within a Retail Store to achieve or exceed sales, KPIs, and profitability goals to position PUMA as the most desirable sports lifestyle brand in the world.

• Directly responsible for ensuring the Store consistently achieves or exceeds sales, KPIs and profitability goals through the effective use of short- and long-term planning, expense control, sales and service.

• Guarantee consistently high standards of customer experience within the Store in accordance with PUMA’s Cornerstones and service standards

• Responsible for recruitment, training, development and succession of high performing, results driven Associates

• Accountable for payroll control and service driven scheduling in order to maintain a highly profitable location while providing the highest levels of service to customers

• Directly responsible for ensuring that all training programs, both Domestic and Global, are fully implemented, functional and results driven within the store

• Analyze customer profiles, buying trends, and competitive information to impact and drive business. Communicate and provide feedback to Area/District Manager

• Implement, manage and monitor Loss Prevention education, training and awareness programs

• Directly responsible for execution and processing of both incoming and outgoing merchandise

• Directly responsible for Loss Prevention compliance within store

• Achieve or exceed all Inventory and Shrink goals; oversee and manage Physical Inventory counts

• Manage and communicate merchandise opportunities to Area or District Manager

• Communicate, manage and execute all Marketing opportunities and events within budget and according to all Policies & Procedures

• Develop and maintain strong communication with local PR and marketing · Participate in new store openings and/or store closings; travel may be required

• Attend Store Manager Meetings as well as all offsite training and position related meetings as required by Area/District Manager; travel may be required

• Ensure execution and maintenance of all Visual Directives as well as guaranteeing the visual presentation of the Store always meets or exceeds PUMA standards

• Maintain physical condition of Store according to relevant guidelines and communicate maintenance needs in a timely manner

• Required to comply with all operational core competencies and key accountabilities

• Execute all requirements necessary to maintain a safe and compliant working environment for all Store Associates

• Required to work non-traditional hours; weekends, evenings, holidays; overtime may be required

Qualifications:

• Two to four years of management experience in a focused, customer service-oriented retail environment (preferably apparel/footwear) with results driven track record

• Proven ability to exceed sales while meeting payroll goals, demonstrated ability to identify, hire, train, develop and retain top talent Associates as well as teams, ability to reason through complex issues, demonstrates effective communication, ability to present information to large groups

• Strong interpersonal, communication and motivational skills

• Strong organizational and time management skills § Practical experience in Project Management, skills in implementing communications methods and event management

• Commercial acumen § Interest in innovation and change

• Leadership

• PC-skills, MS-Office Knowledge, Lotus Notes, Internet

• Drive a strong sales culture to achieve/exceed sales, KPIs, and profitability
• Plan short and long-term business activities with effective cost control
• Ensure excellent customer experience aligned with PUMA service standards
• Recruit, train, develop, and build a high-performing team and succession pipeline
•  Manage payroll and optimize scheduling for efficiency and service quality
• Execute all training programs (local & global) effectively in-store
• Analyze customer trends and market insights to drive business decisions
• Oversee merchandise flow, inventory, shrink control, and Loss Prevention compliance
• Execute marketing, visual merchandising, and in-store activities to brand standards
• Ensure safe, compliant operations and maintain store conditions with flexible working hours

• Two to four years of management experience in a focused, customer service oriented retail environment (preferably apparel/footwear) with results driven track record
• Proven ability to exceed sales while meeting payroll goals, demonstrated ability to identify, hire, train, develop and retain top talent Associates as well as teams, ability to reason through complex issues, demonstrates effective communication, ability to present information to large groups
• Strong interpersonal, communication and motivational skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Practical experience in Project Management, skills in implementing communications methods and event management
• Commercial acumen, interest in innovation and change
• Leadership, PC-skills, MS-Office Knowledge, Lotus Notes, Internet

• Accountable for ensuring individual performance consistently achieves or exceeds sales, KPIs and profitability goals through the effective servicing of customers.
• Provide consistently high standards of customer experience within the Store in accordance with PUMA’s Brand Values and service standards.
• Successfully complete all training programs (required per the Role), both Domestic and Global to drive results within the store.
• Attend and participate in Loss Prevention education, training and awareness programs.
• Responsible for Loss Prevention and Operational compliance within store.
• Communicate merchandise opportunities to Store Management team.
• Participate in new store openings and/or store closings; travel may be required.
• Responsible for accurately processing sales transactions at the cash desk, with proper operation of the POS system, handling forms of tender with accuracy and respect, and ensuring proper discounts are applied when applicable.
• Responsible for execution and processing of both incoming and outgoing merchandise.
• Accountable for ensuring execution and maintenance of all Visual guideline as well as guaranteeing the visual presentation of the Store always meets or exceeds PUMA standards.
• Maintain physical condition of Store according to relevant guidelines and communicate maintenance needs to Store Management in a timely manner.
• Required to comply with all Policies & Procedures, operational core competencies and key accountabilities.
• Abide by all requirements necessary to maintain a safe and compliant working and shopping environment; required to report all instances when this is not achieved to a member of the management team.
• Required to work non-traditional hours; weekends, evenings, holidays; overtime may be required in this position.

• Two years experience in a focused, customer service oriented retail environment (preferably apparel/footwear) with results driven track record
• Proven ability to exceed sales goals, (previous work in a commission based position preferable), demonstrated ability to provide high levels of customer service, ability to reason through complex issues, demonstrates effective communication, ability to present information to large groups

Product Testing – Fit & Wear (Execution Under Functional Governance) - 50%

• Ensure clear understanding and implementation on latest official guidelines related to Fit & Wear product testing across T1 supplier-based product test centers (PTC) on methodologies, standards, and guidance defined by the Asia Product Testing Manager.
• Drive and monitor the setup, standardization, and operational rollout of the T1 PTC Fit & Wear Testing centers, ensuring consistent execution among all test centers in China. 
• Train, coach, and support Factory Product Testing teams to correctly apply PUMA testing standards, evaluation criteria, and reporting requirements.
• Ensure testing execution, feedback, and judgment calls from T1 Testing teams follow PUMA guidelines and are completed within agreed timelines.
• Coordinate and support seasonal fit and wear testing from Development, Engineering to Production stages to ensure high report accuracy. 
• Participate in product review meetings to identify potential risks at early stages and launch necessary testing to support corrective actions.
• Conduct training for T1 Supplier Test Analysts on fit and wear reporting system tools and feedback questionnaires.
• Analyze and report consumer feedback data from China market to Asia Product Testing Manager.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of testing execution, reports, evaluations, and data analysis from T1 PTCs.
• Support and organize translation of internal technical documents and SOPs to Chinese Language.
• Provide regular reporting to PUMA Asia Product Testing Manager on execution status, risks, and improvement opportunities.

Laboratory Management (Execution Under Functional Governance) – 50%

• Ensure clear understanding and implementation of the latest official guidelines related to T1 Laboratory Management across T1 suppliers based on methodologies, standards and guidance defined by the PUMA Laboratory Manager.
• Support PUMA Development, Manufacturing Operations and Quality Assurance teams on product testing requests.
• Support PUMA T1 Laboratory audits to ensure compliance according to PUMA guidelines and follow up on implementation of corrective actions with a timely and sustainable closure.
• Evaluate laboratory processes, testing methods, equipment calibration, safety compliance, documentation, and personnel competence, maintain records and follow up on progress.
• Organize and support product test trials for internal standards and method upgrade.
• Conduct training for T1 Laboratories where necessary for continuous improvement.
• Ensure laboratories maintain accurate, traceable, and audit‑ready records in line with PUMA requirements.
• Support and organize translation of internal technical documents and SOPs to Chinese Language.
• Provide regular reporting to PUMA Laboratory Manager on execution status, risks, and improvement opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Material Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent education
• Minimum of 10 years’ work experience in product testing (Fit & Wear) and/or laboratory management, ideally in an international footwear brand sourcing or supplier-based environment
• Strong conceptual thinking, high learning agility, open minded, good interpersonal skills, Passionate. Patient. Collaborator
• Good at Windows, Microsoft Office
• Fluent in Chinese and English
• Travel time: 30%
• Location based: Putian

• Strategically provide the highest levels of service to PUMA customers within a Retail Store to achieve or exceed sales, KPIs, and profitability goals to position PUMA as the most desirable sports lifestyle brand in the world

• Bring energy to the sales floor and deliver an awesome customer experience

• Hit personal sales targets and support the store’s overall performance

• Help customers find the right products for their sport, style, and lifestyle

• Keep the store looking sharp with great visual presentation and well-organized stock

• Support daily operations, including stock handling and loss prevention

• Join team trainings, store activities, and exciting brand events

• How You’ll Work: Retail shift schedule, including weekends and public holidays. One day off per week

• Work location: Vincom Quang Trung/Vincom Dong Khoi/Vincom Thao Dien , Hochiminh City/Lotte Mall West Lake, Hanoi

• At least 2 years of experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused retail environment (apparel/footwear is a plus), with a strong results mindset

• A proven sales winner who consistently beats targets, thrives in commission-driven roles, and delivers standout customer service

• Confident communicator with the ability to handle challenges on the floor and engage customers individually or in group settings