Manager, Merchandising

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 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. YOUR MISSION 1. Product Assortment Planning Develop channel-specific assortment for wholesale partners based on new distribution framework and the guiding principles for multi channels. Ensure franchise health by monitoring product lifecycles across multi-channels, introducing new concepts, and managing exit strategies for underperforming products. Validate competitive local pricing for multi-channel ranges, considering global guidelines, margin targets and country-specific competitors’ landscape. Address range gaps through close collaboration with country sales team and key customers, ensuring channel-specific inputs are considered for product development 2. Go-to-Market Execution Execute the seasonal GTM process for wholesale, including pre-line, sell-in preparation, and showroom presentations during the tradeshow. Create sell-in tools (line lists, product decks, merchandising guidelines) for sales teams. Support showroom setup and presentation for seasonal sell-in meetings. 3. Order Book & Inventory Management Track order book performance post-sell-in and identify gaps or risks. Collaborate with supply chain to ensure on-time delivery and minimize cancellations Monitor inventory health and implement actions to reduce aged stock. 4. Cross-Function Collaboration Partner with country sales, marketing, and VM teams to align merchandising strategies and to maximize sell-in/sell-thru performance. Develop joint storytelling tools and VM guidelines ensuring consistent Puma brand presentation across multi-channels touchpoints. Facilitate regular meetings with stakeholders to share performance insights, address range gaps, and capitalize growth opportunities in the marketplace. 5. Market & Consumer Insights Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and consumer preferences to reflect assortment and pricing decisions. Provide actionable feedback to category merch teams on channel-specific needs and opportunities. YOUR TALENT Education: Bachelor’s degree in business studies or relevant studies. Professional: Possess a passion for sports and fashion with broad theoretical and practical knowledge in products, industry and local market’s dynamics. IT Skills: Advanced level in Microsoft Excel and Power Point, basic knowledge of ERP Language Skills: English (Business Level), Local Language (Business Level) Others: Entrepreneurship beyond the written responsibilities, as the position required borderless partnership across internal and external counterparts to create additional values on top of the existing business. Ability to elaborate PUMA’s excellence to the audience in a manner that they can accept with a sense of participation. Self-motivated and able to work independently with visionary mind to build the team to the next level. 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. 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. 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. At PUMA, we are in constant pursuit of faster. That extends beyond our support of the fastest athletes in the world. We also work to be fast in how we adapt to and connect with the constantly changing world around us. Through innovative design, iconic footwear and apparel, and authentic partnerships, we aim to always push what’s next in both sport and culture. PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 120 countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.