Category Management Specialist
4 weeks ago
Adidas is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Category Management Specialist to join our team in Headquarters.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in range management and product development, with a proven track record of success in driving category business growth.
About the RoleThis role will be responsible for driving category business success within guidelines set by Global BUs, including setting forecasts, pricing corridor, margin, size range, RID, markdown, and product lifecycle management.
The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to build the category range by country cluster and by channels within guidelines, including inline, promo, SMU, and local creations.
You will also be responsible for implementing GCA channel allocation for global allocated products, performing category analysis, including sell-thru, forecasting, pricing corridor compliance, monthly flow, ARP, etc.
Additionally, you will support the line Manager in interface between Global BU, GCA functions, etc., and be responsible for ordering samples for China mainland, including inline presell & SMS, plus ISC samples, etc.
A key aspect of this role will be leveraging GTMT analysis to set price bands (standard margin based on average price) and monitoring systems and file management: Master Range File, HUB, RMA, and M3.
We are looking for someone who can actively participate in departmental level trainings and development initiatives and activities, and drive achievement of key SBP initiatives.
About YouTo be successful in this role, you will need to have a strong ability to implement strategy, excellent presentation/communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, as well as a distinct track record of success and range management knowledge.
Industry knowledge across divisions – footwear, apparel, and accessories – is essential, as is understanding of GCA markets' consumers, accounts, economic environment, and commercial needs.
We are looking for someone who is a results-oriented individual with a team player mindset, high level of integrity, and attention to detail, with data analysis skills and ability to translate and articulate data results into clear business actions.
RequirementsQualifications for this role include 3-5 years of experience in range management/product required, GCA headquarters experience preferred.
A university degree in Business or equivalent professional experience, ideally in Sales and/or Marketing, is necessary, along with sporting goods industry experience required and fluency in English.
Strong computer skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel (Pivot), PowerPoint, etc., are essential, as well as willingness to travel up to 15-20% of time.
Estimated salary: $80,000 - $110,000 per annum, depending on experience.
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