Manager Visual Excellence (m/f/d)- temp until 31st August 2027

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the relevant teams to create clear visual direction ensuring continued alignment to global VM objectives and positioning:
  • Develop guidelines, training programs and tools for clusters to implement
  • Support roll-out of new concepts and tools
• Manage projects (remodels and new openings) within Europe from a VM point of view:
  • Create Macroplans (Category Level) and Microplan (Product Level) while aligning with relevant stakeholders brand strategic priorities, visual direction with store capacities and commercial targets
  • Support identified store projects onsite, lead teams and ensure flawless execution of product packages, fixtures, Instore communication, campaigns and VM tools.
  • Build solid relationships with external agencies to influence the visual presentation in line with the brand direction for all channels
• Improve processes:
  • Monitor other Retail industry (brick and mortar and digital) for best practices that can be adapted for adidas
  • Contribute to the cross-functional retail store expansion process
  • Contribute to driving for industry leading innovations in cooperation with Director VM & Brand and Product Training Europe at both the consumer level and the implementation practices
  • Follow defined VM Framework and Own The Game 2025 Strategy
  • Act as a support partner during the seasonal sell-in process
  • Analyze and evaluate VM Initiatives against defined KPI's e.g., NPS, UPT, CR
• Manage Resources:
  • Manage project budgets (as assigned)
  • Take over people responsibilities (if applicable)
  • Additional assignments or special projects as assigned or agreed
  • Act as an adidas brand ambassador

Authorities:

• None

Key Relationships:

• Senior Coach teams
• Brand Activation teams
• Trade Marketing
• Retail Directors/BU's
• Global Visual Merchandising
• European HUB Team
• Omni Channel Marketing teams
• Market Visual Merchandising teams
• European Store Development
• External Agencies
• RSM TEAM
• EU KA stakeholders

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Work independently and collaboratively
• Fully qualified and experienced in retail Visual Merchandising, combining theoretical with practical experience
• Strong organisation skills and flexibility
• Proven track record in project management
• English fluent: verbal, written & spoken. Another European language is an advantage
• IT: Microsoft Office advanced

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• Business or Marketing Degree
• 4-6 years' experience in Retail Visual Merchandising including fashion retailing
• 1 + years working with Global markets or 1+ years working in a top tier adidas market
• 1+ year's management experience