Sporting Fashion & Goods
Manager Merchandising Operations (limited until December 2027)
Mid Level
Herzogenaurach, Germany
in office
Contract
Job description
About the Role
Owns sell-in readiness and commercial data excellence, ensuring accurate and timely product and sales information across systems. It drives local product master data and assortment execution, translating Regional direction into effective local implementation. The position leads seasonal sample planning and coordination with Sales, and acts as a key link between Sales, Merchandising, Cluster and Regional teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of sell-in readiness and commercial data excellence, ensuring accurate and timely product and sales information across systems.
- Drive local product master data and assortment execution, translating Regional direction into effective local implementation.
- Lead seasonal sample planning and coordination, partnering closely with Sales to ensure requirements are captured and delivered on time.
- Serve as a key link between Sales, Merchandising, Cluster and Regional teams, driving alignment and resolving operational priorities.
- Improve reporting, processes and data quality continuously, turning data and insights into practical actions that strengthen commercial execution.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Strong go-to-market experience, with a solid understanding of seasonal sell-in processes and commercial execution.
- Strong analytical and data management capabilities, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to translate complex data into actionable commercial insights.
- Advanced Excel and ERP/system expertise, combined with hands-on experience managing product master data, assortments and commercial information.
- Excellent stakeholder and project management skills, with the ability to effectively connect Sales, Merchandising, Regional and Cluster teams and drive multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Proactive and solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership, continuously looking for opportunities to improve processes, data quality and overall commercial effectiveness.
Preferred Skills
- Experience within a consumer, retail, sports or lifestyle environment.
The Application Process
Applications are submitted online by following the steps to upload an application. Every application is reviewed by real people committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity; 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 in the application process.
- Submit an application online.
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 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide. PUMA looks for SPEED & SPIRIT in candidates, defined by values that inspire the business to be driven in performance, vibrant in sporting legacy, and together in team spirit.
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