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Retail Assistant Store Manager

PUMA

Amsterdam
Full-time
0-2 years experience
On-site

Key Skills

Retail Management
Sales Performance
Team Leadership
Customer Service
Product Knowledge
Trend Awareness
Store Operations
KPI Management
Coaching
Staff Development
Sneaker Culture
Visual Merchandising
Inventory Management
Communication
Commercial Awareness

Job Description

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy.

Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.

YOUR MISSION

  • Support the Store Manager in creating a premium destination where sneaker culture, sport, fashion, and community come together.
  • Inspire consumers through authentic product knowledge, trend awareness, and outstanding service.
  • Drive sales performance and contribute to achieving store KPIs and business targets.
  • Coach, motivate, and support the team while ensuring smooth day-to-day store operations.
  • Lead by example on the sales floor, support key launches and activations, and step into store leadership when required.

YOUR TALENT

  • 1-3 years of leadership, supervisory, or keyholder experience in retail, ideally within sportswear, footwear, fashion, or lifestyle.
  • A passion for sneaker culture, streetwear, sport, and contemporary fashion, with a strong understanding of consumer trends.
  • Experience driving sales performance, supporting KPI achievement, and delivering exceptional consumer experiences.
  • Strong team leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop others through hands-on support and product expertise.
  • A proactive and commercially minded approach, with confidence in store operations, launches, activations, and leading the store when required.

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.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal

opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience.To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000

employees worldwide.

Core Responsibilities

Support the Store Manager in managing daily operations and driving sales performance to meet business targets. Lead the team on the sales floor while fostering a premium environment that connects with sneaker culture and the local community.

Requirements

Requires 1-3 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a retail environment, preferably within fashion or sportswear. Candidates must demonstrate strong team motivation skills and a deep passion for contemporary sneaker and sports trends.

About PUMA

Industry: Retail

Company size: 10,001+ employees

PUMA is one of the world’s leading sports brands, designing, developing, and selling footwear, apparel and accessories. Founded in 1948, PUMA helps the world’s best athletes and teams perform at their best with its innovative products. Known for its iconic cat logo and the Formstrip, the company offers performance products in categories such as Football, Running and Training. Its Sportstyle collections are rooted in sports and inspire consumers by celebrating sports culture. With its long history and strong heritage, PUMA is proud of having one of the strongest archives in the industry, with many iconic products such as the Suede and the Speedcat. The PUMA Group owns the brands PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd. The company distributes its products in over 120 countries, employs more than 20,000 people and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach/Germany. For more information, please visit https://about.puma.com.

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