Junior Manager Athlete Services

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 BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy and all genders are welcome. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.

YOUR MISSION:

If you love sports and have a strong affinity to performance footwear or if you love athletic footwear and have a strong affinity to sports we would love to welcome you in our team. The PUMA International Sports Marketing Team is looking to widen its integrated Athletes Servicing Team and needs you. We put athletes first and will service our players with the speed, agility and spirit of a PUMA, always listening to our athletes and offering the best individual solutions.

• Support the Global Athlete Services Team to ensure all contracted athletes wear the correct products on the field of play
• Translate athlete feedback into precise, player‑specific development specifications & collaborate closely with factories in Asia to ensure high‑quality and timely execution
• Manage the full order process for international assets, including seasonal forecasting, order placement, tracking, delivery coordination and database management
• Maintain and update relevant data systems with accurate information on player‑specific customization requirements
• Partner with International Sports Marketing Managers to ensure timely and strategic boot rollouts, supporting major product introductions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with PUMA athletes and their support networks (management, medical teams, coaches, physiotherapists)
• Work closely with Footwear Product Development to elevate inline product performance using insights and test feedback from professional players.

YOUR TALENT:

• College or university degree in Sports Engineering, Sports Product Development, or a related field
• Strong understanding of the footwear product creation process, including lasts, tooling, materials, construction, and application methods
• Passion for Sports and deep interest in athlete performance
• Professional experience in project planning and execution
• Strong team orientation with the ability to perform under pressure; cross-cultural awareness, creativity, adaptability, and a hands‑on mindset
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and the ability to quickly learn new software tools
• Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are an advantage
• Willingness to travel frequently and internationally
• Depending on qualifications and experience, this position can be filled at either Junior or Manager level.

PUMA supports over 19,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.

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.