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Designer II Sportstyle Apparel

PUMA North America, Inc.
United States, Massachusetts, Somerville
455 Grand Union Boulevard (Show on map)
Apr 22, 2025
YOUR MISSION Design apparel for the Boston-based Regional Creation Center, based upon directives from product management and merchandising, in order to meet the needs of the North American market. Collect market intelligence, providing all involved with accurate and up-to-date information on design trends and developments. Partner with Team Head of Apparel Design in creation of seasonal category creative direction, trend, and color presentation Participate in product range-related meetings, such as design, fabric and trims meetings, vendor meetings, factory meetings and fit sessions Team with Asia-based development offices and local developers in research of fabrications techniques and applications. Partner with graphic design team to establish seasonal concepts and graphic direction for each range. Conduct regular store visits to key accounts and competition to ensure thorough knowledge of the marketplace. Coordinate with garment developers and technical designers to assure fit and styling Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of detail sheets, CADS, and tech packages based on design time and action calendar Build presentations and present designs to internal teams Collaborate with Footwear counterparts to create market-relevant stories and capsules Partner with Global Sportstyle apparel team and Creative Directors to ensure product reflects Puma's design DNA YOUR TALENT Bachelor's Degree preferred with a design concentration. 2-4 years of related experience. Advanced skill level in Illustrator and strong design sensibility. Skilled at utilizing product data-base development tool (PRM/PDM). Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Self-motivated and highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects at various stages at the same time. Knowledge of apparel market, color and trends Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office applications. Ability to travel both domestically and internationally; up to 10% 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 BE YOU 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. PUMA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of PUMA to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran-status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. For additional information, please contact: us-hrrecruiter@puma.com