Sports Marketing Operations Intern (Fixed Term, 12 Months)

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 BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy and all genders are welcome. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.

YOUR MISSION:

You will join the Global Sports Marketing team based in PUMA’s Manchester office, focusing on supporting the operational management of PUMA’s partnerships with the Premier League and Manchester City. This role focuses on ensuring the seamless execution of product operations, order management, and partnership logistics, while supporting day-to-day interactions between PUMA and its key football partners. The position provides hands-on exposure to partnership operations, cross-functional collaboration, and performance tracking within a fast-paced, international environment.

• Support the operational management of PUMA’s Premier League and Manchester City partnerships, ensuring efficient execution of day-to-day activities
• Coordinate and manage product orders end-to-end, including order processing, tracking deliveries, monitoring stock levels, and supporting forecasting
• Maintain accurate operational trackers (orders, deliveries, stock, stakeholder contacts) to ensure visibility across teams
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Business Ops., Logistics, Merchandising, Marketing, Product Line Management) to ensure alignment and execution of workflows
• Assist in planning and executing logistics for partnership activations, photoshoots, and club events
• Support performance tracking and reporting by analysing data and preparing reports and presentations
  
  

YOUR TALENT:

• Bachelor’s degree (or final-year student) in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Sports Management, or a related field.

Strong analytical skills with confidence in Excel (data tracking, reporting, analysis)

Highly organised and proactive, with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Team player with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset

Passion for football and interest in the operational side of sports partnerships

Fluent in English

Willingness to travel occasionally for events, club visits, or operational support as 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.