Head Product Line Management Footwear & Apparel in Großmehring, Herzogenaurach

Your missionKey ObjectivesLeading and driving the assigned product team, Set strategic priorities for the organization, allocation resources and guiding decision-making to achieve long-term successManage, support, motivate, coordinate and develop the assigned RCC INDIA PLM team, including hiring, yearly performance appraisal process, goal setting, budget planning, redundanciesProvide strategic oversight of organization-wide stakeholder management and advocate for stakeholder interestsClose cooperating with the teams of merchandising, design and development (PUMA Group Sourcing), regions and other Stakeholder to ensure that the final collection is reflecting the market needs as well as align the apparel & footwear assortment to ensure concept and product coordination across all product segmentsFoster cross functional transparent and diplomatic communication, encourage open dialogue, set up clear communication channels, led by exampleDrive organizational strategy development and implementation, anticipating future trends and challengesBe responsible that product strategy is delivered and followed through across allbusiness segments (Be the owner of the pre-seasonal alignmentWork with Product Teams to develop unique and relevant collection-based INDIA Market NeedsResponsible for product costing and costing impact on product quality, margin and net sales to achieve set goals within the assigned product categoryPresenting strategy- and product lines to national/international partners and key accountsRepresent your Team as spokesperson at internal and external meetingImplement and oversee accurate reporting and KPI managementDrive a close cooperation with Inline Teams, other RCCs and other product areas (Accessories) to ensure strong collaboration and 360 design concepts when neededProvide strategic input and related support to Sr Director RCC APAC/INDIA/ EMEAInternational and domestic travel as required for Key Account meetings, market research, trend and inspiration trips, consumer insights, and factories/development centers.Your talentYour TalentAll genders are welcome to applyGraduate studies in Business Administration, International Business, Sports Management or similar with a focus on Marketing/ Textile/ Fashion/ SportsMinimum 15 years experience in the field of Business Development, Sales, Marketing and Merchandising with top tier international sports companyStrong leadership skills including the ability to motivate and mentor other Leaders (at least 5+ years of leadership experience) cross functionally. High initiative, high energy, passionate, decisive, eye for detail, confident.Ability to convincingly presentHighly flexible and agile to manage cross functional team as well as report to Sr Director in different locationAwareness of agile working methods to foster collaboration with key stakeholdersProficiency and refinement in all stages of presentationExcellent Market and Retail KnowledgeExcellent knowledge and understanding for the sport industry, consumer trends as well as the fashion/lifestyle marketBroad knowledge of all aspects of product developmentDeveloped product sense and taste level as well as strong awareness and understanding of Sportstyle INDIA consumer and marketplaceStrong written and verbal communication, negotiation, and influencing skillsExcellent MS-Office skills (Excel, Word, Power Point)Very good analytical skillsVery good verbal communication skills as well as excellent English knowledge (written and spoken)A visionary team player.Our principlesPUMA 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.At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr