Product Line Manager Teamsport 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.

• Support the Senior Product Line Manager in shaping and executing the global product strategy for one of PUMA Football's key footwear franchises, contributing to its long-term growth and commercial success
• Contribute to the development and execution of the global Football footwear product line strategy, translating consumer, athlete and market insights into compelling product concepts
• Own the product line throughout the entire lifecycle—from consumer and athlete insights, product briefing and development to global go-to-market execution
• Partner closely with Design, Development, Go-To-Market and Sports Marketing to create innovative football footwear collections that exceed consumer needs and elevate the brand
• Drive product excellence by managing line architecture and product information at critical milestones throughout the Product Line Management process
• Analyse market trends, consumer behaviour, competitor activity and business performance to identify future growth opportunities and inform product decisions
• Support global sell-in by creating engaging product presentations, sales tools and storytelling for milestone meetings, key account previews and international sales meetings
• Travel regularly to engage with factories, athletes, retailers and key markets, gathering first-hand insights that shape future product innovation and franchise direction.

• 2–4 years of experience in Product Management, Product Line Management, Merchandising or Marketing, ideally within the sporting goods or footwear industry
• Passion for football, with a strong understanding of the game, football culture and the needs of today's players
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to combine consumer insights, product innovation and business opportunities into successful products
• Excellent analytical skills with experience interpreting market trends, consumer research and business data
• Confident communicator with strong presentation and storytelling skills, able to influence cross-functional and international teams
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced global environment
• Proactive, curious and entrepreneurial, with a hands‑on mentality and a drive to continuously improve products and processes
• Collaborative team player who thrives in diverse, cross‑functional environments and enjoys turning ideas into reality
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Power Point
• University degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sports Management or a related field.

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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. 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. PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.