Designer C&M Sportstyle Footwear

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

• Deliver lead designs of specified category with the leadership of Director Design Sportstyle Footwear

• Conceptualize unique and market relevant Color&Material designs that address consumer, retailer and company goals on a seasonal timeline, including follow-up on designs and design direction

• Provide market research and design trend analysis supporting collection theme and design direction

• Create collection based, and standalone Color&Material designs that are innovative and trend relevant

• Prepare design concepts and support material for internal reviews

• Work as a partner with Product Line Management to develop unique and relevant color&material designs

• Work with Product Development to execute designs that adhere to costing goals while advancing category initiatives

• Create colorway/material/graphic design files

• Execute detail specifications through standardized design packages

• Follow-up on designs and design deliverables in a timely manner

• Enter designs into product management data system

• Travel to factories to develop prototypes

• Support seasonal initiatives as directed by Director Design Sportstyle Footwear.

YOUR TALENT

• At least 3 years of progressive work experience of designing for a leading footwear/lifestyle/sports brand, ideally in the fashion or sports industry

• Proven experience in color and material design, color and material creation, selection as well as graphic & print design

• Extensive knowledge of domestic and international retail, consumer trend, and product line dynamics

• Experience in international product development, manufacturing processes, product conceptualization and technical package specification

• Strong knowledge of international fashion/consumer trends and global market dynamics in footwear

• Proficiency in Adobe Packages

• Excellent presentation skills

• Very good verbal and written language skills in English

• Bachelor’s Degree in design and/or relevant field of study

• Please provide your PORTFOLIO with your application.

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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.