Your mission
This role contributes PUMA‘s mission to be the fastest sports brand in the world by exploring sports performance opportunities within the creation and evaluation of innovative sport products and concepts.
Provide with internal and external programs which deliver sports science insights to increase the understanding of the athlete and athlete-product interactions (footwear mainly)
Utilize scientific expertise to develop and implement protocols that deliver performance insights
Support research programs with external partners (athletes, universities, sport science experts etc.)
Develop new validation strategies, including both perception and performance testing
Manage and execute testing of prototypes and innovative product concepts in close cooperation with other members of the team
Build product testing reports to further enhance product performance, durability and relevance for athletes and consumers
Collaborate with the cross-functional innovation team (design, development, project management) to bring new concepts to life via sports science insights which enable an increased performance
Transfer research and insights into new product ideation with product design and development team.
Your talent
University degree in sport science, biomechanics or relevant field
2-3 years of work experience in the related field
Passion for surfacing insights in the field of sport
Ability to understand scientific and complex information and communicate this to the innovation team
Ability to educate and train colleagues by sharing knowledge on an on-going basis
Demonstrate the ability to work independently and within a team atmosphere
Fluent English is required, German is a plus
Strong communication skills
Plan working time efficiently - balancing short term tasks with long term goals
Strong analytical skills, solution driven and result oriented
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (10% of the time).
Our principles
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.
