Director Business Development Training

YOUR MISSION

• Lead, steer and drive the business development strategy for the global Training category with a focus on the Puma x Hyrox partnership.
• Responsible for the day-to-day effective management of the business strategy across product, marketing, go-to-market, regional execution.  Understand global to local strategy.
• Oversee the strategy of product, marketing and GTM for Puma x Hyrox, working with cross-functional teams to create a holistic seasonal point of view.
• Focus on 3 key regions for Puma x Hyrox - USA, Europe China for regional plans, retail partnerships and event excellence.
• In coordination with controlling and finance team ensure financial compliance, fulfilment of contractual obligations and financial data management and analyses
• Be the main contact to Hyrox team.
• Together with the Hyrox team, develop and steer the B2B strategy to maximize the potential
• Be the go-to-person and mentor for P&L and ROI planning and analyses
• Check royalty report accuracy and take necessary action if discrepancies and/or faults occur
• Ensure strong connection of the Puma x Hyrox strategy with the Running & Training category strategy to enhance PUMA’s point of view in the global marketplace.

YOUR TALENT

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field 
• Minimum 8-10 years international experience in the field of Business Development, Sales, Marketing and Merchandising with top tier international sports company, with 3+ years leadership experience required. 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills 
• Credible knowledge of the sportswear/training/running industry 
• General knowledge of international retail environment and interest for new trends and technologies 
• Strong leadership skills. High initiative, high energy, passionate, decisive, eye for detail, confident. 
• Strong analytical, overall business orientation 
• Ability to convincingly present 
• Domestic and international travel required.