adidas is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders (incl. gender identity), ethnic and social backgrounds, nationalities, sexual orientations, religions and beliefs, and those with apparent or non-apparent disabilities*. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees.

• We actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong interpersonal skills (e.g. communication, negotiation)
• Proven methodological skills (e.g. Business planning, strategic development)
• Good functional skills (e.g. Sales, Customer Service, Marketing Finance, IT)
• Good degree of commercial and business acumen knowledge
• Experience in both market and above market organization is an added benefit
• Mental flexibility, initiative and determination
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Skills and abilities in other languages are beneficial
• Advanced skills in MS Office, (Powerpoint, Excel)

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in business administration with focus on Sales/Marketing
• Business: min of 5-8 years
• Functional: min of 5-8 years in the sporting goods industry
• Cross functional experience ideally with marketing / sales / finance / operations
• Industry: sporting goods / retail / consumer goods

PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANIZATION

• To drive and support the project management and cross-functional execution of strategic channel initiatives across Europe, with a focus on accelerating new business opportunities
• To drive and manage strategic partnerships and initiatives that grow the European wholesale business.To enable sustainable, profitable market share and net sales growth in line with global priorities, while elevating the brand through innovative go-to-market execution.