multi-channel
distribution
center for
PUMA

PUMA's newest DC improves service levels

The goal: Centralization

Puma, one of the world's leading sporting goods manufacturers for shoes, clothing and accessories, has invested in a new central European Distribution Center  in Geiselwind, Germany. The goal was to combine multiple B2C/B2B distribution centers into one fulfillment center. The new omni-channel DC serves all channels (retail/wholesale, direct) from one location and fulfills orders from throughout Europe.

to the press release

Background Grid Invers
At a glance

Challenges 
mastered

  • CENTRALIZATION Consolidating the European distribution centers into one central fulfillment center in Geiselwind, Germany

  • OMNI-CHANNEL Fulfillment of retail/wholesale and direct orders from one distribution center

  • AUTOMATION A high degree of automation ensures a consistent output level - even when there are drastic peaks

SOLUTION & MATERIAL FLOW

GOODS RECEIPT AND STORAGE

Puma processes returns, cartons and large goods in the goods receiving area. If the returned goods fulfill the reuse criteria, they are repackaged, put onto trays, as are goods in cartons, and stored in the shuttle system (713,000 storage locations). Large goods are put into storage in the large parts warehouse.

ORDER PICKING - FLASHPICK®

The order picking process is covered by the standardized FlashPick®  order fulfillment system. FlashPick® is the modular Goods-to-Person (GTP) system for single-piece picking. Particularly omni-channel business models allow the system to truly shine, because it responds flexibly to order structures and transacts orders individually and independently of each other.

The shuttle system retrieves the goods fully automatically and supplies 27 manual picking workstations (PickCenter One). There, the operator picks the goods directly into cartons or totes for further processing. The "One Source. One Target."approach means that the system features maximum accuracy with unbeatable speed.

After the pick, the goods are returned to storage in the shuttle system, while the order is sent either directly to goods issue or to the packaging area.

SHIPPING

At goods issue, the goods are either sent directly to the lorries using outbound sorters or stored intermediately in a shuttle buffer for shop orders. The shuttle buffer is connected directly to palletizing robots (Autostax) which make the mixed cartons available on pallets fully automatically.

Highlights

FLASHPICK® - SMART PIECE PICKING

FlashPick® - as the core of the solution - was the ideal choice for Puma due to the  single management approach. Orders ard individually and flexibly handled. This enables the sporting goods manufacturer to fulfill both large and small orders regardless of any changes in order structures. This makes it possible to have later acceptance times and earlier deliveries at the same time. Another step forward for Puma in its "FOREVER FASTER" strategy.

LIFETIME SERVICES - 10-YEAR SERVICE CONTRACT

A 10-year service contract ensures maximum system availability with transparent and predictable costs. The sporting goods manufacturer is able to concentrate on its core processes while 30 onsite TGW engineers work proactively on maintenance and continuous improvement of the system. Puma benefits from cost transparency and low Total Cost of Ownership.  

Highly Automated 
Logistics Hub 
for PUMA (Time Lapse)

ABOUT PUMA - FOREVER FASTER

Puma, one of the world's leading sports brands, earned sales of 5.5 billion euros (EBITDA: 440 million euros) in 2019 and employed over 14,700 people. The sales breakdown is 75% retail stores and 25% direct-to-consumer, with footwear being the strongest product segment at 46% (38% clothing, 16% accessories).

The sporting goods manufacturer, which is based in Herzogenaurach in Bavaria, distributes its products to more than 120 countries worldwide (36% EMEA, 35% Americas, 28% APAC).

Curious?

Raffaele Destro, Valentina Vivarelli, Berta Giramé
TGW Global Strategic Business Development Fashion

Message

Intralogistik für Fashion & Textil

Fashion & Apparel

Our smart order fulfillment system for goods-to-person.

Smart Piece Picking System

Automated pocket sorter - smart pocket sorter systems.

SmartPocket

Contact me!

Raffaele Destro
Vice President Business Development Fashion

Explore TGW

Shopping Gallery around Christmas time
Peak Season
Fashion & Apparel

Stay Stocked and Stress-Free: Fashion Solutions for Holiday Season

betty-barclay_2300x700
Company / Corporate
Fashion & Apparel

TGW Logistics has secured a major order from the Betty Barclay Group

TGW Infinity Solutions
FlashPick
OmniPick

Infinity Solutions by TGW Logistics

Case Studies - Fashion & Apparel
Fashion & Apparel

engelbert strauss