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YOUR MISSIONLead PUMA’s financial transparency and management for Sports Marketing related business (esp. MWB assessment).
Own and execute the end-to-end (from strategic, tactical to operational) financial planning and analysis for global Sports Marketing MWB portfolio
Primary business partner and close collaboration with the Sports Marketing Business Leads for the respective area of responsibility as well as within the Finance Team to build acumen and drive proactive forward looking financial planning processes to safeguard the realization of brand interests as well as financial Return On Investment (ROI) ambitions
Critically evaluate and challenge the Sports Marketing MWB Financials (global & local portfolio review).
Establish key revenue, cost and efficiency metrics and benchmarks to rigorously measure Sports Marketing and category investment related financial performance KPI (e.g. variable, fixed cost, etc.).
Enforce consistent reporting and planning policies and practices across the global Sports Marketing categories and advise local organizations.
Continuously review and improve system and data transparency and infrastructure to build enhanced transparency for business management.
Drive key financial processes, including actual performance reviews, planning and forecasting
Foster a positive and inclusive team culture by actively engaging team members, promoting open communication, and implementing initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and well-being.
Compliance with and implementation of legal and operational requirements regarding occupational health and safety within your own area of responsibility.
Educational background of business studies (MBA a plus) ideally with focus of Accounting & Finance
3-5 years of related professional experience in similar industry (sport & fashion is a plus)
Demonstrated ability to act as a strategic business partner to senior leadership audience
End-to-end Thinking to convert operational, tactical and strategic related discussions and transparency
Providing leadership and guidance to direct reports and team
Functional and personal leadership competencies to lead in ambiguous situations
Affinity and capabilities to work with reporting systems (SAP a plus) and to further develop them
Ability to work under pressure and to produce top notch deliverables.
This job opportunity will be available in full-time or part-time.
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
- Degree in business studies, ideally focused on Accounting and Finance
- 3-5 years of related professional experience
- Strategic business partnering experience with senior leadership
- Ability to translate operational, tactical, and strategic discussions into financial transparency
- Leadership and guidance experience for direct reports and teams
- Functional and personal leadership capabilities in ambiguous situations
- Experience with reporting systems; SAP experience is a plus
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver high-quality work
- MBA
- Experience in the sports or fashion industry
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.
