PUMA has been named a Top Employer for 2025 by the Top Employers Institute, making it the only company to achieve recognition across 50 countries and globally. This marks the sixth time PUMA has received the prestigious certification since 2020, reflecting its dedication to providing an exceptional and consistent workplace environment across all regions and subsidiaries.
Dietmar Knoess, Vice President of People & Organisation at PUMA, expressed pride in the achievement. “Being named a Top Employer across our global organisation and in 50 countries underscores our commitment to creating a consistent, outstanding working environment for all employees,” he said. “We see this as an inspiration to continue finding new ways to make PUMA a fantastic place to work.”
Comprehensive Assessment of Workplace Excellence
The Top Employer certification is awarded following a thorough survey conducted by the Top Employers Institute. The evaluation examines six human resources domains and 20 topics, including People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning, Diversity & Inclusion, and Wellbeing.
David Plink, CEO of the Top Employers Institute, highlighted the significance of PUMA’s recognition. “Achieving Enterprise Certification ensures consistent standards in employee experience, development, and well-being across all regions,” he said. “It reflects PUMA’s dedication to fostering an inclusive and exceptional workplace culture, with employees at the core of its success.”
Employee-Centric Initiatives
PUMA has implemented a variety of initiatives to support its employees’ professional and personal growth. These include state-of-the-art offices and a culture that respects diversity, promotes health, and encourages a healthy work-life balance.
The company provides employees with access to free gyms, sports courses, and wellness initiatives like “Be Well Weeks,” which include free nutrition courses and health checks. Employees are also offered opportunities for flexible and hybrid working, part-time roles, and sabbaticals, allowing them to achieve a better balance between professional and personal commitments.
Additionally, PUMA has prioritised gender pay equity. Independent assessments have certified no adjusted pay gap between men and women in several locations, including Canada, Germany, France, South Africa, and the United States. This means employees in the same position are paid equally, regardless of gender.
Developing Talent from Within
PUMA takes pride in nurturing its talent, filling many key leadership roles internally. Employees are supported with a variety of training courses and programmes designed to prepare them for the next step in their careers.
With the global recognition as a Top Employer, PUMA reinforces its position as a leader in employee engagement, workplace culture, and professional development. As the company continues to innovate, its commitment to providing an outstanding workplace remains at the forefront.
For further information, visit PUMA’s official website.
