The PUMA world extends across Football, Running, Training, Fitness, Golf, Motorsports and design collaborations with icons such as Rihanna. But wherever you are, whether it's on the pitch, the runway or in the streets, the PUMA touch is instantly felt in the undeniable joy and excitement we bring to sport, fashion and culture. The PUMA Group owns the brands PUMA, Cobra Golf and Dobotex and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.
Your Mission:
Manage the day to day relationship with all PUMA Basketball Athletes. This includes but is not limited to.
Ensure athletes have a constant flow of the right product. This includes both on court and off court product
Work with each athlete to understand their performance basketball product needs as well as their off the court style needs
Visit the athletes during the season and off-season to meet with them, hand delivery product and ensure they are staying connected to the brand
Coordinate dates for in person appearances and photo shoots
Attend photo shoots and athlete appearances to manage the athletes at these events
Ensure that PUMA is fulfilling our contractual obligations to each athlete
Additional responsibilities include:
Communicate athlete marketing and activation plans to athletes
Help to identify cultural milestones and moments in the athletes lives that PUMA can maximize
Work with the athletes to identify and support their charitable initiatives
Ensure athletes are posting on social media in a natural and authentic way
Minimum 5 years’ experience in relationship management; specific experience with athletes is desired
Proven ability to manage multiple projects effectively and with desired end results is important
International Marketing experience is preferred although not required
Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Extensive knowledge of the basketball category and marketplace
Passionate about sport and sport culture
Travel required: 35-40%, primarily domestic
Prior experience supporting athletes preferred
