Product Line Manager Teamsport Accessories

Sporting Goods

Herzogenaurach , Germany

Full Time

Competitive

23 / 09

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YOUR MISSION

Analyze product, consumer and competitive trends in the market in regard to equipment
Develop forecasts and sales analysis for the equipment business
Develop collection and "go-to-market" strategies for the entire equipment range
Create detailed product and product marketing briefings for selected equipment products each season
Manage the equipment product creation process, including the gathering of input from countries
Follow up the development of the equipment products, including proto reviews in the respective factories
Utilize market knowledge to provide clear product direction and briefing to Design
Cooperate with design and development teams to ensure that final collection reaches market needs
Carry out briefings to develop product marketing tools (including packaging, on product assets etc.)
Present strategy and product lines for international partners and key accounts
Prepare the Retail/Wholesale support of order windows
Plan prototype/sample requirements
Coordinate product lines and required price positioning as well as control final Free on Board (FOB) prices considering target margins
Drive and co-ordinate information between PUMA International and Regions concerning equipment products.

YOUR TALENT

Minimum Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Sports Management or similar
Minimum 3-5 years of work experiences in Sporting Good Industry preferably in Equipment (global function)
Good general knowledge of the sporting goods industry trends, market and consumer trends for the product line and the competitive landscape.
Strong analytical skills & excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
Good presenting skills, including creation of high-quality, accurate and engaging content.
Teamplayer
Requires domestic & international business travel

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.