Senior Manager Accessories Development

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Your Mission:

• Manage the development process (from material to end-product) according to the company calendar, promote target achievement, ensure on time delivery of right quality samples.
• Promote strong relationships among suppliers, developers, BU and other business function (Sustainability, Order Management, Production, etc.)
• Work closely with the Sourcing Director to set future sourcing strategies. Drive and implement strategic projects (e.g. Quality standard, BPCL implementation, SJ deal, PAC)
• Remains current on market trends with competitors, suppliers, and ensure corporate standards are maintained in accordance with required margins/KPI.
• Engage in strategic negotiations to achieve favorable conditions and strong supplier partnerships.
• Monitor and address supplier performance regarding quality, pricing, and delivery requirements.
• Supervise and monitor execution of team routine operation to meet the timeline of each milestone of development cycle.
• To coach and mentor team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic goals.

Your Talent:

• Degree in Textile / Fashion / Clothing related discipline
• 10+ years' experience in Bags and Accessories, Football & related Equipment sourcing or manufacturing.
• At least 3 years of managerial responsibility, preferably in the sports industry.
• An experienced, dynamic, and self-driven person with the ambition to make career advancement.
• A people motivator who possesses strong people management skills and is experienced in leading teams.
• Independent, self-motivated, responsible, well-organized, team oriented and flexible
• Possess strong Football and related equipment, sports bags & accessories, and material supplier knowledge.
• Experience in the bags & accessories industry, with exposure to product development and knowledge of costing and pricing.
• Ability to assess production and R&D capabilities of suppliers.
• Able to work under pressure and embrace changes and challenges within a multi-cultural group.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills
• Strong PC knowledge
• High proficiency in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

PUMA supports over 19,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and Stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany. 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.