Archrival · 3 days ago
Group Account Director, adidas
Portland, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expArchrival is seeking a visionary Group Account Director for adidas to shape the future of client partnerships and drive innovative brand experiences. In this senior leadership role, you will oversee the adidas account, guiding both the client and internal teams to deliver impactful work that enhances brand growth and agency excellence.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the senior strategic partner to our adidas clients, setting the direction for brand and business growth across all adidas initiatives
Translate adidas objectives into actionable strategies that align with Archrival's creative and cultural expertise
Partner with executive leadership to shape account strategy, innovation, and resourcing priorities
Identify and pursue new opportunities within the adidas relationships and adjacent categories
Oversee the adidas account portfolios, ensuring profitability, retention, and expansion
Push creative thinking and cultural relevance, inspiring clients to take calculated risks that lead to standout work
Challenge briefs and strategies to ensure every output ladders up to brand and agency goals
Elevate strategic planning through insights, market foresight, and trend analysis that drive results
Ensure financial health across accounts, tracking budgets, forecasts, and profitability while maximizing impact
Set clear performance metrics, evaluate success, and report outcomes to leadership and clients
Lead and mentor a team of Account Directors and Managers to deliver high-performing work and exceptional client service
Build a culture of accountability, growth, and optimism across the adidas account
Stay informed on industry trends and evolving consumer behaviors to drive strategic, forward-thinking recommendations
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in account, brand, or client leadership roles within advertising, brand, or creative agencies
Demonstrated success overseeing multiple accounts or complex programs with multimillion dollar budgets
Exceptional communicator with a commanding executive presence and proven ability to influence senior stakeholders
A trusted team member, known for building client confidence
Strategic thinker who is able to see both the big picture and the tactical path to get there
Financial fluency with experience in forecasting, negotiation, and driving profitable growth
Willingness to travel and engage in client meetings, presentations, and events as needed
Preferred
Deep understanding of consumer culture, youth marketing, and brand experience preferred
Company
Archrival
An independent creative agency with an expertise in youth culture.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-11-17Acquired
Leadership Team
Clint Runge
CEO & Founder
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