adidas
Overview
Manager Sports Marketing - Specialty Sports at adidas. Responsible for the development of the adidas player strategy, including scouting, signing and maintaining relationships with adidas contracted players. Lead and drive adidas assets (players) with leagues, ensuring our share of voice within the US category. Responsibilities
Develop and drive the Olympic Sport(s) player strategy for the US Partner with Team to help scout next generation players and maintain a database of potential signings Sign and retain key players, working with both agents and internal stakeholders Maintain daily relationships with players, ensuring a premium level of service Heavy travel and overtime may be required during peak season, up to 40% Support the execution of category initiatives by placing product buys and forecasting distribution of product based on internal event calendar Manage the merchandise program for all category related partners Leverage internal reporting to ensure accurate and timely execution of activations Coordinate administrative program operations such as order tracking, filing, budgeting and related correspondence Coordinate product distributions based on seasonal availability and provide alternate solutions that create opportunities to influence purchasing decisions of the consumer Coordinate with Brand Activation on programs related to advertising and collateral materials Coordinate athlete travel booking and expense reimbursement Assist with the execution of athlete appearances and retail promotions Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Extensive knowledge of assigned sport/category Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making Ability to work across teams and manage priorities to accomplish multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines Ability to present effectively to groups, including members of all organizational levels Strong negotiation skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to maintain a professional attitude in fast-paced, changing environments Ability to communicate with people on different levels within and outside the organization Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook) Qualifications
Four year college or university degree, emphasis in marketing or business preferred Minimum of 3 years related experience and/or training Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for a degree Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage. Options include HSA or FSA Adoption, surrogate and fertility support, plus short- and long-term disability and basic life and AD&D insurance 401(k) plan with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan Education assistance and generous leave policies, including paid parental leave Annual bonus eligibility and prorated time off; twelve paid holidays and Service Time Off at milestone years Hybrid work policy with in-office requirements in Portland, OR; occasional in-person collaboration may be needed Working language is English Job Details
Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Marketing and Sales Industries: Manufacturing, Retail, and Sporting Goods Manufacturing Location: Portland, Oregon Working language: English
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Manager Sports Marketing - Specialty Sports at adidas. Responsible for the development of the adidas player strategy, including scouting, signing and maintaining relationships with adidas contracted players. Lead and drive adidas assets (players) with leagues, ensuring our share of voice within the US category. Responsibilities
Develop and drive the Olympic Sport(s) player strategy for the US Partner with Team to help scout next generation players and maintain a database of potential signings Sign and retain key players, working with both agents and internal stakeholders Maintain daily relationships with players, ensuring a premium level of service Heavy travel and overtime may be required during peak season, up to 40% Support the execution of category initiatives by placing product buys and forecasting distribution of product based on internal event calendar Manage the merchandise program for all category related partners Leverage internal reporting to ensure accurate and timely execution of activations Coordinate administrative program operations such as order tracking, filing, budgeting and related correspondence Coordinate product distributions based on seasonal availability and provide alternate solutions that create opportunities to influence purchasing decisions of the consumer Coordinate with Brand Activation on programs related to advertising and collateral materials Coordinate athlete travel booking and expense reimbursement Assist with the execution of athlete appearances and retail promotions Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Extensive knowledge of assigned sport/category Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making Ability to work across teams and manage priorities to accomplish multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines Ability to present effectively to groups, including members of all organizational levels Strong negotiation skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to maintain a professional attitude in fast-paced, changing environments Ability to communicate with people on different levels within and outside the organization Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook) Qualifications
Four year college or university degree, emphasis in marketing or business preferred Minimum of 3 years related experience and/or training Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for a degree Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage. Options include HSA or FSA Adoption, surrogate and fertility support, plus short- and long-term disability and basic life and AD&D insurance 401(k) plan with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan Education assistance and generous leave policies, including paid parental leave Annual bonus eligibility and prorated time off; twelve paid holidays and Service Time Off at milestone years Hybrid work policy with in-office requirements in Portland, OR; occasional in-person collaboration may be needed Working language is English Job Details
Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Marketing and Sales Industries: Manufacturing, Retail, and Sporting Goods Manufacturing Location: Portland, Oregon Working language: English
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