Leadership
Responsible for all aspects of the performance management and professional development of the team, including recruitment, development plans, providing constructive feedback, appraisals and exit processes
Foster a positive and inclusive team culture by actively engaging team members, promoting open communication, and implementing initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and well-being
Compliance with and implementation of legal and operational requirements regarding occupational health and safety within your own area of responsibility.
Global Retail In-Store Technology Strategy & Platforms
Define and execute a global in-store technology strategy aligned with PUMA’s brand vision, D2C ambition, and commercial objectives
Own the end-to-end lifecycle of all in-store technology solutions (POS, clienteling, store devices, workforce tools, in-store digital experiences), from concept through rollout and optimisation
Partner closely with Retail, Markets, Operations, and Store Excellence teams to understand local store needs, operational realities, and regional nuances
Drive a global in-store technology roadmap and backlog, balancing scalability with market-specific requirements
Act as the key business-facing technology leader for retail stores, ensuring solutions deliver measurable value for store teams and consumers.
In-Store Consumer & Associate Experience Enablement
Enable seamless, intuitive, and frictionless in-store consumer journeys, from assisted selling and checkout to omnichannel services (CnC, RiS, SfS, endless aisle)
Design and evolve technology that empowers store associates with the right tools, data, and insights to deliver premium consumer experiences
Ensure tight integration between in-store systems and digital commerce platforms to support a true omnichannel experience
Leverage store-level data and feedback to continuously improve in-store experiences and operational efficiency.
Store Systems, POS & Device Ecosystem
Own the global POS strategy, including hardware, software, payments, and integration with upstream and downstream systems
Define standards for store devices and digital tooling (handhelds, kiosks, mobile POS, digital signage), ensuring reliability, usability, and scalability
Partner with IT Operations and Security to ensure store technologies meet performance, stability, and compliance requirements.
Global Standards & Scalable Execution
Establish global principles, architectures, and standards for in-store technology while enabling local flexibility where it creates value
Lead global rollouts and upgrades, coordinating with Markets, Retail Operations, and Change teams to ensure smooth adoption
Drive adoption through strong change management, training enablement, and clear communication with store teams.
Vendor, Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Manage strategic technology partners and vendors in the retail technology ecosystem
Continuously scan the market for emerging retail technologies and innovations that can enhance store performance and consumer engagement
Define KPIs and success metrics for in-store technology initiatives, tracking value creation and continuously optimising solutions.
10–15 years of experience in retail technology, D2C, or large-scale enterprise technology environments, with strong exposure to physical retail and store operations
Proven track record owning in-store technology landscapes (POS, payments, store devices) and delivering multi-market store rollouts
Solid understanding of omnichannel integration between physical retail and digital commerce platforms
Strong ability to balance global standards with local market needs in complex, international organisations
Experienced people leader with a history of leading global teams and influencing senior retail and technology stakeholders
Pragmatic, outcome-driven leader with a strong focus on reliability, adoption, and store-level impact.
PUMA is one of the world’s leading sports brands, designing, developing, selling and marketing footwear, apparel and accessories. For more than 75 years, PUMA has relentlessly pushed sport and culture forward by creating fast products for the world’s fastest athletes. PUMA offers performance and sport-inspired lifestyle products in categories such as Football, Running and Training, Basketball, Golf, and Motorsports. It collaborates with renowned designers and brands to bring sport influences into street culture and fashion. The PUMA Group owns the brands PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd. The company operates in more than 120 countries, employs around 22,000 people worldwide, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach/Germany.
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