Junior Designer Sportstyle Apparel

Sits within the Business Unit Design team and covers individual projects driven by customer requests, guided by the Design Team head. The designer works towards global brand positioning guidelines to validate new product requests and programme ideas, and supports the creation and maintenance of creative directions. The position involves close collaboration with the PUMA Sourcing Team and Product Line Managers, as well as participation in fittings and the product development process.

• Work on individual projects based on customer requests, guided by the Design Team head.
• Work towards global brand positioning guidelines to ensure validation of new product requests and programme ideas, making modifications where necessary.
• Assist in generating strong product stories, designs, and mood boards.
• Work on innovative product design ideas in line with specific product strategies, collecting market intelligence and providing the team with accurate, up-to-date information on trends and developments.
• Assist the Business Unit Design team in the creation and maintenance of creative directions.
• Prepare accurate design mini sheets, tech packs, presentation materials, and specifications as required.
• Design towards the given target FOB, maintaining all relevant IT systems with the latest information to guarantee easy communication with the PUMA Sourcing Team or Product Line Manager.
• Deliver projects in line with given deadlines.
• Take part in fittings and the product development process to ensure the best product outcome from a design perspective.
• Identify opportunities to improve business processes and enhance customer and consumer focus.

• Bachelor's degree in Design and/or a relevant field of study.
• Work experience designing for one or more leading fashion, sports, or streetwear brands.
• Knowledge and design versatility to alternate between sport, fashion, and streetwear projects.
• Experience working in a team environment, with the ability to function autonomously as well as within a cooperative, diverse group.
• Professional working experience with Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and similar tools.
• Attention to detail and extraordinary time-management skills.
• Good technical background relating to fabrics and product development.
• Strategic and creative thinking, strong initiative, and passion for product.
• Vertical mindset with the consumer in mind.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent in English.

• Cross-gender apparel design experience is a plus.

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 more than 120 countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide. PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability, and every application is reviewed by real people committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity.