Sporting Fashion & Goods
Junior Designer Teamsport Apparel
Entry Level
Herzogenaurach, Germany
in office
Full time
Job description
About the Role
Sits within PUMA's product design function and contributes to the annual product design plan for a designated product category. The designer supports the Senior Designer in executing innovative product design development, integrating product and technical developments, and delivering projects in line with the given calendar. Work is carried out under the direction of the Senior Designer, Team Head or Creative Director, with market intelligence gathered to inform design trends and developments.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the formulation of the annual product design plan for the product category and introduce and execute innovative design ideas to achieve business targets and product category objectives.
- Support the Senior Designer in the execution of innovative product design development aimed at continuous design innovation and achieving set goals.
- Integrate product and technical developments into product design.
- Contribute to the quality of products' design content to reinforce and strengthen the brand position and generate consumer demand.
- Challenge the global brand positioning guidelines to ensure consideration of new product and programme ideas, and make appropriate modifications where necessary.
- Collect market intelligence under the direction of the Senior Designer, Team Head or Creative Director, providing all involved with accurate and up-to-date information on design trends and developments and utilising it effectively.
- Launch innovative product design ideas in line with specific product strategies.
- Identify functionality requirements and ensure accurate use of information technology systems to gain competitive advantage.
- Identify opportunities for design support to improve business processes and enhance customer and consumer intimacy.
- Deliver projects in line with the given calendar.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Bachelor's or master's degree in design, fashion design or similar education.
- First work experience in the fashion apparel industry.
- Knowledge of lifestyle sports, sports performance and culture, fabrics and new industry technologies.
- Very good feeling for colour and creativity.
- PC literate with Apple Mac, Illustrator and 3D.
- Knowledge of tech packs and product development.
- Strong written and spoken English skills.
- Confident presentation skills.
The Application Process
Applications are submitted online by following the steps to upload an application. Candidates should include a portfolio and CV. Every application is reviewed by real people committed to fairness, transparency and equal opportunity, and no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions; AI-supported functions may be used for isolated organisational steps such as scheduling interviews, with no influence on decisions.
- Apply online and follow the steps to upload an application.
- Include a portfolio and CV with the application.
About the Company
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 looks for SPEED & SPIRIT in its candidates, defined by values of being driven in performance, vibrant in sporting legacy and together in team spirit, while letting individual talent and experience shine.
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