Senior Product Line Manager KIDS Apparel

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YOUR MISSION

• Lead international market and competitor studies as well as the analysis of forecasts and sales performance to identify business opportunities and product direction.
• Define and drive collection and marketing strategies for the assigned product lines in alignment with category and business objectives.
• Lead the collaboration with Merchandising, Design and Development (PUMA Group Sourcing) to ensure that the final collection reflects market needs and commercial opportunities.
• Work closely with Business Unit, Footwear, Apparel and Accessories teams to ensure concept and product coordination across all product segments and influence cross-functional decision-making.
• Own and drive the product creation process based on the Go-to-Market (GTM) calendar, ensuring timely execution and delivery.
• Present and represent product lines, category strategies and key business insights to international partners, key accounts and senior stakeholders.

• Use market visits, trade fairs, and supplier meetings to identify trends, opportunities, and improvements

YOUR TALENT

• Degree in Business Administration, Sports Management or similar
• 5-7 years work experience in product management in the sporting goods industry, preferably Sportstyle and /or Apparel

• Good market, retail, and consumer knowledge with insight-driven recommendations
• Developed product sense and taste level
• Very good communication skills as well as excellent English knowledge (written and spoken)
• Good analytical and commercial skills to evaluate data and derive conclusions
• problem solving mindset
• ability to provide a holistic approach, aligned with brand strategy implementation
• Excellent MS-Office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)
• Flexible teamplayer with good organisational skills and well structured work.

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gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at

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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.