Sr Specialist Category Management Lifestyle

Sr Specialist Category Management Lifestyle Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization: At adidas, we have a clear purpose: “Through sport, we have the power to change lives.” This guiding principle shapes how we operate as a company, how we collaborate with our partners, how we create our products, and how we connect with our consumers. Our values represent essential behaviours and mindsets, reflecting the “You Got This” attitude we strive to see in every team member. This same purpose and mindset are at the heart of Concept to Consumer (CTC) role that enable consumer-focused category execution by coordinating product availability, impactful seasonal campaign activations and driving in-season trading strategies. This role ensures cross-functional alignment and operational excellence across channels to deliver impactful consumer experiences and business results. Key Responsibilities: Generate and consolidate market and financial insights (incl. sell‑out data) to inform category strategy, transforming it into actionable insights for category and commercial teams. Own the input of country range selection into planning systems, enabling a seamless end‑to‑end sell‑in process. Monitor and report category performance in‑season, identifying risks and opportunities to optimize sell‑through. Support the briefing with local expertise to the business unit on needed articles, specific retailer needs and other volume and image‑driving opportunities, local market and category trends, and business opportunities to maximize the category’s potential in the country. Be the key contact for local commercial and brand activation teams for the assigned category for the country, with a clear overview of the execution in the market, key channels and accounts through frequent trade and digital visits/review. Provide any required scenario analysis related to the Category, and participate in 90‑60‑30 meetings to be fully on board on a Brand Activation perspective on the status of the category, and take corrective actions if necessary. Coordinate in‑season trading strategies across channels, ensuring agility in response to market dynamics. Lead category activation planning in collaboration with Brand Comms, Omni and channels teams. Manage campaign calendars and launch timelines, communicating changes and coordinating execution across functions. Ensure product availability by aligning with supply chain, demand planning and account teams. Support discount and inventory strategies, including slow‑mover management and license expiration considerations. Facilitate cross‑functional meetings and communications, acting as the central connector between CTC, channels and brand teams. Key Relationships: CTC Category Leads Marketing Operations Brand Comms, SPOMA and Omnichannel Teams Demand Planning Supply Chain team Channels Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Strong analytical and reporting capabilities (e.g., Power BI) Deep understanding of consumer and market dynamics Excellent coordination and communication skills Proficiency in campaign planning and product lifecycle management Ability to manage complexity and drive cross‑functional alignment Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications: University degree or equivalent education Minimum 2 years of experience in category management, marketing or commercial operations adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr