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.
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YOUR MISSIONTranslate retail partner briefs, commercial opportunities, and account strategies into compelling, on-brand footwear concepts and product variations
Design Sportstyle footwear with a strong focus on Color & Materials for the SMU and key account business
Create footwear concepts, colorways, renderings, material maps, Tech Packs, and account presentations to support the product creation and development process
Create proactive seasonal design proposals, colorways, material executions, graphics, and storytelling tailored to strategic accounts and targeted consumers
Identify and execute relevant color, material, and finish trends that drive commercial success across key accounts and markets
Collaborate closely with Product Management, Development, and cross-functional teams to ensure design accuracy and successful project execution
Review prototypes and samples to ensure the final product reflects the original design intent and meets commercial objectives
Deliver projects in line with the PUMA development calendar and account milestones
Conduct market, consumer, fashion, and sneaker trend research to identify new opportunities for account-specific product creation and business growth
Participate in market visits, consumer research activities, and inspiration trips to gather insights and fuel future product concepts.
At least 3-4 years of work experience in Footwear Design, Color & Materials Design, or a related role within the sportswear, footwear, or lifestyle industry
Strong knowledge of Sport Lifestyle industry, fabrics, and new industry technologies
Experience creating commercial footwear products and account-specific executions within the sportstyle or lifestyle market
Strong design talent with an excellent eye for color, materials, trends, and consumer-relevant storytelling
Team-player mentality with a proactive and collaborative approach
Additional experience in Footwear Product Design is considered a plus
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop; experience with digital or 3D design tools is a plus
Strong presentation, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Very good verbal and written English skills
Bachelor's/Master's degree in Design, Footwear Design, Fashion Design, or a related field
Distinguished portfolio showcasing footwear design and Color & Materials expertise
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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.
Skills Required
- 3-4 years of work experience in footwear design, color and materials design, or a related role in sportswear, footwear, or lifestyle
- Strong knowledge of the sport lifestyle industry, fabrics, and new industry technologies
- Experience creating commercial footwear products and account-specific executions in the sportstyle or lifestyle market
- Strong design ability and an excellent eye for color, materials, trends, and consumer-relevant storytelling
- Proactive, collaborative team-player mentality
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Experience with digital or 3D design tools
- Strong presentation, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Very good verbal and written English skills
- Bachelor's or master's degree in design, footwear design, fashion design, or a related field
- Distinguished portfolio showcasing footwear design and color and materials expertise
- Additional experience in footwear product design
What We Do
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. That hustler’s spirit can be felt across PUMA categories, partnerships, offices, and countries. And we are always in search of talent that can help us set the pace at which sport and culture collide, as well as finding better ways to connect and collaborate with our communities. PUMA supports over 14,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.
