YOUR MISSION

• Develop and lead the Brand Collaboration Strategy for current and future brand direction globally, and cross BU, following the Seasonal Brand direction.  

• Oversee entire partnership process (internal and external) to bring in collab partners and facilitate end to end planning, internal communication, and stakeholder alignment 

• Contributes and drives the development of PUMA North America’s Collaboration Strategy  

• Brings in new partners, manage major partner relationships, own relationship with licensing houses 

• Work hand in hand with the Go-to-Market and Sportstyle teams to provide a yearlong roll out of partnerships 

• Brings in a good network of potential partners  

• Service collaboration opportunities across all Business Units + key regions  

• Drive, mentor and manage the Brand partnership team towards success.  

• In collaboration with the Creative team, develop the narrative for successful product stories.  

YOUR TALENT

• Bachelor Degree in Marketing and/or Business or related. Marketing/Business/Process Leader or Industry experience preferred. 

• 10+ years of experience in Brand Management and Marketing, deep understanding of sports culture  

• Ability to think strategically and navigate through a matrix work environment across all levels 

• Partnership management, ability to develop and capitalize from internal and external partnerships 

• A collaborative team player who can lead, delegate, coach & partner with different teams and individuals from diverse backgrounds, functions and perspectives 

• Ability to think ‘digital first’ and being consumer centric  

• Ability to drive and deliver results 

• Strong network and connections is a must