Lead Design Training MEN

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Headquarters, AZ, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Retail • Sports
The Role
Lead innovative apparel design for PUMA’s Training business, integrating technical developments, market intelligence, functionality, and product strategy. Create and maintain sketches, Illustrator drawings, specifications, mood boards, color directions, and presentations. Support daily design management, mentor designers, oversee timelines, protect intellectual property, improve processes, and travel for development, market research, and design inspiration as needed.
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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 MISSION
  • Lead in creation and execution of innovative apparel designs which meets the requirements of the PUMA Training BU briefs, process and calendar

  • Integrate product and technical developments into apparel design for the product category / customer

  • Under the direction of the Product Leader, collect market intelligence, providing all involved with accurate and up-to-date information on design trends and developments and utilizes them effectively

  • Produce, maintain and update creative presentations, sketches, Illustrator drawings, specifications, mood board, color directions, commenting s/o as required

  • Launch innovative apparel design ideas in line with specific product strategies and market needs

  • Identify functionality requirements and ensure accurate use of information technology systems in order to gain competitive advantage

  • Identify opportunities for design support in order to improve business processes and enhance customer/consumer intimacy

  • Ensure that design activities leverage learning across the Puma organization

  • Contribute to adequate protection of PUMA’s intellectual property

  • Supporting Management Team of Design Training BU and helping to manage the design tasks on a daily basis, and mentor Designers in the team

  • Oversee the process of daily tasks and responsibilities in the Speed and Partnership timelines

  • Travel for development, market, and design inspiration where necessary depending on annual budget.

YOUR TALENT
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Design, Fashion and/or relevant field of study

  • Minimum 8+ years relevant experience in the fashion, sportswear or casual sports lifestyle space specializing in apparel

  • Experience of directly leading a small design is a strong advantage

  • Proficiency and refinement in all stages of presentation, from concept to final design review

  • Have a broad knowledge of apparel manufacturing and prototype making

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong MAC, CAD, and analytical skills

  • Ability to function autonomously as well as in a cooperative, diverse group

  • Leadership capabilities, including ability to motivate and mentor others within work group

  • Tremendous attention to detail, and extraordinary time-management skills

  • Team player with ability to adapt to change quickly and with minimum supervision

  • Please also add your PORTFOLIO to your application.

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

  • Bachelor’s degree in Design, Fashion, or a relevant field
  • Minimum 8+ years of relevant apparel design experience in fashion, sportswear, or casual sports lifestyle
  • Experience directly leading a small design team
  • Proficiency in presentation development from concept through final design review
  • Broad knowledge of apparel manufacturing and prototype making
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong Mac, CAD, and analytical skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a diverse group
  • Leadership capabilities, including motivating and mentoring others
  • Strong attention to detail and time-management skills
  • Ability to adapt quickly to change with minimal supervision
  • Portfolio submitted with application
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The Company
HQ: Herzogenaurach
14,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1948

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.

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