Teamhead Category and Brand FP&A

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and to let our individual talent and experience shine.

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• YOUR MISSION
• Lead PUMA’s financial transparency and management for Business Units and Categories.
• Own and execute the end-to-end (from plan to actual reporting) financial planning and analysis for global Business Units and Categories.
• Primary business partner and close collaboration with the Business Units Leads for the respective area of responsibility as well as within the Finance Team to build acumen and drive proactive forward looking financial planning processes to safeguard the realization of operational, tactical and strategic financial ambitions.
• Critically evaluate and challenge the categories financial (global review, from revenue to costs).
• Establish key revenue and cost metrics and benchmarks to rigorously measure category and Business Unit specific financial performance management (e. g. variable, fixed cost, etc.).
• Enforce consistent reporting policies and practices across the global Business Units and categories and advise local organizations.
• Continuously review and improve system and data transparency and infrastructure to build enhanced transparency for business management.
• Drive key financial processes, including actual performance reviews, planning and forecasting.
• Responsible for all aspects of the performance management and professional development of direct reports, including recruitment, development plans, providing constructive feedback, appraisals and exit processes.
• Foster a positive and inclusive team culture by actively engaging team members, promoting open communication, and implementing initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and well-being.
• Compliance with and implementation of legal and operational requirements regarding occupational health and safety within your own area of responsibility.
• YOUR TALENT
• Educational background of business studies (MBA a plus) ideally with focus of Accounting & Finance.
• 6-8 years of related professional experience in similar industry (sport & fashion is a plus).
• Demonstrated ability to act as a strategic business partner to senior leadership audience.
• End-to-end Thinking to convert operational, tactical and strategic related discussions and transparency.
• Providing leadership and guidance to direct reports and team.
• Functional and personal leadership competencies to lead in ambiguous situations.
• Affinity and capabilities to work with reporting systems (SAP a plus) and to further develop them.
• Ability to work under pressure and to produce top notch deliverables.

This job opportunity will be available in full-time or part-time.

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.

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.

At PUMA, we are in constant pursuit of faster.

That extends beyond our support of the fastest athletes in the world.

We also work to be fast in how we adapt to and connect with the constantly changing world around us.

Through innovative design, iconic footwear and apparel, and authentic partnerships, we aim to always push what’s next in both sport and culture.

PUMA supports over 21,000 employees across 120+ countries.

The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.

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