Join adidas Europe and shape the future! For over 75 years, our European heritage has been a fusion of culture and innovation, driving global sports trends. Our offices, from Herzogenaurach to London, Berlin, Amsterdam, Warsaw, Athens, Milan, Manchester and Paris, are centers of creativity and collaboration. We aim to be Europe's best sports brand, seeking pioneers and visionaries to join our bold journey.
At adidas, you're not just getting a job; you're invited to make a global impact, joining a team that values creativity, courage and innovation.
Are you ready to be part of our journey?
Purpose of the role:
Ensure and manage execution of Sports Marketing activities to create positive brand image and sustainable and profitable business through an adequate portfolio of individual athletes, clubs and associations, ensure the SpoMa strategic plan.
What you'll do:
Establish and manage a brand-relevant local asset portfolio to support sport marketing activation plans in accordance with EU / Brand Activation Budget Management Negotiate directly with the Partners with full compliance to the official official company gudelines Manage all Partner-related day-to-day business Provide athletes qualitative service to ensure the Brand images are represented well Monitor and report on category local opportunities and trends to provide relevant sports marketing activities. Plan and engage all sports marketing athletes so that they showcase the seasonal key concepts to maximise product sales. Track and monitor Partners performance results and reflect them into marketing plans to maximize future activation opportunities. Support and collaborate with Omni-channel marketing team for store activation. Continually monitor performance and share best practices. Skills you'll need:
Very strong interpersonal skills (e.g. communication, negotiation) Proven methodological skills (e.g. business planning, strategic development) High degree of commercial knowledge and business acumen Mental flexibility, initiative and determination Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Skills and abilities in other languages are beneficial Requirements:
Experience in the sporting goods industry Ideal cross-functional experience with marketing/sales/finance/operations What we offer:
Annual bonus Meal Voucher Gym and Sports opportunities Free access to self-learning platform Employee Assistance Program (personal counselling) Hybrid working model
adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.