adidas · 21 hours ago
Manager Merchandising
Carlsbad, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expadidas is a global leader in the sporting goods industry, and they are seeking a Manager Merchandising to provide seasonal commercial input for the US market. This role involves collaborating cross-functionally to align on revenue targets, managing product assortments, and conducting market research to support brand strategies.
American FootballApparelFitnessLifestyleManufacturingMarketingProfessional ServicesRetailSporting GoodsWholesale
Responsibilities
Provide seasonal commercial input to guide product creation in creating relevant products for the US market
Work cross functionally with Finance, Sales and Planning to align on seasonal revenue, margin and unit targets
Collaborate with Product and Brand marketing throughout the product creation process to ensure future season products, assets and GTM plans are executing to plan
Support key brand strategies and concepts through cross-functional collaboration and execution to deliver what it takes to win with our consumers
Serve as market category expert, be the liaison between sales and global product marketing/CTC providing market landscape feedback in regards to sales, market share, competitor performance and trends
Select seasonal assortment for all US channels from the global range which best meets market objectives for styling, profitability, article count initiatives, including and supporting key global product launches
Manage range architecture during planning and launch phase
Utilize historical data to inform creation and future assortment planning
Conduct market research and competitive analysis within golf and fashion marketplace. Assist in monthly market share reporting
Create seasonal product briefs with full market and product analysis
Work closely with sales management to create programs to drive futures as well as minimizing closeout opportunities
Manage product forecast until seasonal handoff to Planning. Participate in bi-monthly forecasting meetings, making key recommendations ensuring correct assortments and quantities
Conduct preline meetings with key accounts; establish relationships with buyers in all channels
Publish and Communicate MAP and ISP updates for footwear and accessories, when applicable
Work strategically with account managers and sales management to establish booking goals
Responsible for sell in merchandising assets and samples including:
Create and prepare visual merchandising assets for Sales team and key accounts
Manage sample orders and requests (forecasts and oredering)
Brief Brand Marketing on creation of seasonal sales materials, such as catalog and digital sales tools
Present product at sales meetings and to internal departments
Update and maintain internal showrooms and create product displays throughout corporate headquarters. Coordinate seasonal sample line and maintain sample room
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, or closely related field, highly desirable
At least 5 years product marketing, buying, merchandising, account sales or other relevant experience
Ability to analyze data and reach meaningful conclusions
Excellent presentation, communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong attention to detail and well organized
Ability to follow up to make sure tasks are completed correctly and in a timely manner
Lead and coordinate multiple projects and tasks
Ability to work within highly collaborative team environment
Strong eye for product
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
Well versed in the golf market
Ability to travel domestically up to 20% of time
Benefits
Robust and progressive medical, including HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer funding or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options
Dental
Vision
Prescription drug coverage
Adoption, with surrogate and fertility support
Short and long-term disability
Basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage
401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
Education assistance
Generous Leave policies including 12 weeks of paid parental leave
Annual bonus based on both company and personal performance
Prorated flexible time off in the amount .4388 hours per day that increases with years of service
Twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Service Time Off during milestone years
Company
adidas
Adidas is a global sports brand that manufactures apparel, accessories, and footwear for professional athletes involved in various sports.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$580.46M2025-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $580.46M
2020-04-15Post Ipo Debt
2002-01-11IPO
Leadership Team
Kasper Rorsted
CEO
Fabian Hieronimus
SVP Brand Strategy & Business Development
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