(Senior) Designer Accessories Core Unisex & Kids [limited for 12 months]

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• Responsible for the creative design and execution of seasonal international core unisex& kids accessories product lines
• Take direction and inspiration from the Accessories Creative Direction to incorporate PUMA seasonal initiatives into the accessories ranges
• Translate the briefings into conceptual design ideas
• Ensure that the balance between innovation and commerciality of the product offering is constantly maintained
• Lead product design reviews together with product line management, create and present seasonal trend and color overviews at design meetings
• Partner with cross-BU seasonal projects and ensure 360 design stories together with Footwear and Apparel.
• Partner with Development Team in research of fabrications, techniques and applications, develop thorough understanding of the capabilities, flexibility and limitations of source base
• Ensure accessories ranges are brand appropriate and meet the needed cost and margin requirements
• Timely and accurate completion of detail sheets, CADs, and tech packages based on design time and action calendar.
• 5+ years of design experience, ideally in performance accessories, experience in international product development and manufacturing processes is a plus
• Bachelor Degree in Design and/or relevant field of study
• First leadership experience is an advantage
• Advanced skill level in Adobe package like Illustrator, Photoshop, 3D & AI tools etc.
• Knowledge of accessories market, colors and trends
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Very good presentation skills and strong ability to sketch and communicate design ideas
• Open-minded, self-starter with the spirit of creating best in class product and designs.
• Highly organized teamplayer with the ability to manage multiple projects at various stages at the same time
• Requires some domestic and/or international travel
• Please add your PORTFOLIO to your application

This opportunity will be available in full time or part time.

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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.

The PUMA corporate Headquarters are located in Herzogenaurach or Herzo, as we like to call our hometown, located in southern Germany close to Nuremberg. Every day, more than 1000 colleagues walk through our doors, ready to push sport and fashion forward. And if you’re lucky, you just might run into Usain Bolt or Antoine Griezmann walking down the hall.