The Assistant Manager of Category Management at adidas AG is responsible for driving sustainable business growth in the Originals Apparel and Accessories category by leveraging consumer insights and market trends. The role requires extensive collaboration across functions to develop effective merchandising strategies and product planning
Job Summary
This role drives sustainable Originals apparel business growth through a product strategy reflecting consumer behavior and distribution channels.
The incumbent is responsible for delivering seasonal merchandising plans, managing product lifecycles, and ensuring alignment with global and local assortment strategies.
Success requires effective cross-functional communication with sales, buying, and creation teams to achieve key financial targets and market share goals.
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The Assistant Manager of Category Management at adidas AG is responsible for driving sustainable business growth in the Originals Apparel and Accessories category by leveraging consumer insights and market trends. The role requires extensive collaboration across functions to develop effective merchandising strategies and product planning.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
5+ years range management experience
Apparel product creation knowledge
Consumer insights interpretation
Seasonal merchandising planning
Cross-functional stakeholder management
Nice-to-have
Sporting goods industry background
Agile mindset in fast-paced environment
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Data analysis to business actions translation
Passion for sports and fashion culture
Key Requirements
Minimum 5 years range management experience
University degree in Business or equivalent
Fluent English language proficiency
Required Sporting goods & Retail industry experience