(Senior) Manager Product Testing Footwear

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. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application. YOUR MISSION Manage and continuously improve the product testing process to deliver reliable fit, performance, and quality insights that support the development of best-in-class footwear products. Manage the end-to-end product testing process and ensure timely, high-quality feedback from all stakeholders. Gather, validate, analyse, and summarize tester evaluations, translating insights into actionable recommendations. Review fit and performance feedback with Product Development and support product improvement initiatives. Collaborate with Technical Services to investigate and follow up on potential product quality concerns. Maintain and continuously improve the Product Testing Database, ensuring data accuracy and completeness. Support Testing at Source activities and collaborate with the Asia-based testing team on seasonal product selection and the Athlete Service Team Coordinate test events and benchmark testing activities, communicating results to relevant stakeholders Domestic and international travel required (approx. 20%) YOUR TALENT Develop a strong and effective product testing network that provides meaningful consumer insights, supports innovation, and contributes to the delivery of high-quality products. Build and maintain a reliable and diverse tester network to support seasonal and long-term testing needs. Continuously expand knowledge of footwear construction, materials, and manufacturing techniques to enhance testing effectiveness.• Act as the primary contact for innovation-related fit and wear testing, supporting the evaluation of new materials, constructions, and technologies. Drive the continuous improvement of the Digital Product Testing Platform in collaboration with IT and key stakeholders. Onboard and train colleagues on testing processes, standards, and systems. Promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and a culture of continuous improvement within Product Testing and across cross-functional team. 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 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.