Join adidas Europe and shape the future! For over 75 years, our European heritage has been a fusion of culture and innovation, driving global sports trends.Our offices, from Herzogenaurach to London, Berlin, Amsterdam, Warsaw, Athens, Milan, Manchester and Paris, are centers of creativity and collaboration. We aim to be Europe's best sports brand, seeking pioneers and visionaries to join our bold journey.At adidas, you're not just getting a job; you're invited to make a global impact, joining a team that values creativity, courage and innovation.Are you ready to be part of our journey?Purpose of the role:Create, drive and execute the Omni-Channel Activation Plan locally and coordinate its consistent execution across all consumer touchpoints in line with Country guidance.Own and develop the brand activation strategy by creating a cohesive vision for all Omni channel (Wholesale, Retail and eCom) marketing initiatives.Execute marketing strategies in the best possible way, ensuring optimal amplification of the campaign message at the point of sale and maximising instore conversion.What you’ll do:Implement the Italian Omnichannel Marketing strategy by ensuring:Maximum amplification of campaign messages, through the activation of all physical touchpoints: WHS, OC and FranchiseA maximisation of instore conversion through relevant consumer initiativesMaximize business opportunities in the WHS channel through:The creation of strategies in synergy with Sales and Brand departments that maximise the WHS within the Customer for the categories under its managementOptimal management of marketing campaigns and instore visibilityThe optimisation of the assortment in accordance with strategic priorities and communication campaigns.Maximize business opportunities in BC and Franchise channels through:A unified strategy that maximises messaging and campaign activations in both store formats in synergyMaximize visibility and initiatives to optimise engagement, instore traffic and conversion in BC and FS.Using BC and Franchise as the last mile of the marketing strategy to amplify Brand campaigns and work from awareness to conversion on a growing consumer target, with a focus on Gen Z and Gen Alpha.Drive and initiate an exciting consumer experiential event at the store level in cooperation with BA, Brand Communications, BU and Sports Marketing, BU teamDevelop in-store campaign and promotion that drive consumer traffic & buying.Mentoring and guiding the team, through:Building a winning, innovative and market-leading teamCreating a motivated and engaged teamCreating ad hoc development and career paths, capable of ensuring an adequate balance between talent turnover and retention.The adequate rotation of resources, with the aim of creating rounded and not over-specialised roles and skills, in a logic of possible future rotations and growth.Additional responsibilities:Implement the CTC distribution platform finalizing the key destination doors sell-in packagesDeliver appropriate channel activation sell-in tools at Sales Launch periodPlan resources to guarantee perfect execution at POSAssist in the creation of seasonal account plan that outlines aspects of activation, both in-store and out-of-store in collaboration with Business Unit (BU) and channels.Ensure all retail space management solutions are partnered with the best point-of-sale with regular updates.Report on performance of Omni-Channel marketing initiatives to ensure its optimal marketing activities.Provide input on global toolbox performance to Global Concept-to-Consumer to pursue further improvement.Share and implement global ISC and VM strategies with Business Unit(BU) and channels in sell-in stage and manage executional excellence to maximize sell-out.Execute brand concepts with a special emphasis on key destination doors, in close collaboration with BU, CTC and Sales teamPlan and manage Omni-Channel MWB to ensure a right investment decision as well as ROI analysis.Monitor performanceSkills you’ll need:Significant knowledge of the full marketing mix (advertising, events, sponsorship, retail) with a major sales or retailer (sporting goods industry prefered)Leading and managing a diverse teamMarketing Budget managementAdvanced user of MS Office suite of productsExperience in both market and above market organization preferredAbility to think strategically, anticipate and define problems, synthesize complex data and develop innovative solutions, but at the same time also strong in executing.Strong communication (both written and verbal) and facilitation (small and large groups) skillsAbility to deliver effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to diverse audiencesAbility to manage through change, make decisions and act comfortably with risk and uncertainty.Experienced people managerMain requirements:+8 years of Sales, Marketing and/or communication experience.+4 years of experience of leading a teamAnnual bonusGym and Sports opportunitiesFree access to self-learning platformEmployee Assistance Program (personal counselling)Corporate culture and values:Courage: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need.Ownership: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.Innovation: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.Teamplay: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.Integrity: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards.Respect: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.At adidas, we strongly believe that embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into our culture and talent processes gives our employees a sense of belonging and our brand a real competitive advantage. Culture Starts With People, It Starts With You – By recruiting talent and developing our people to reflect the rich diversity of our consumers and communities, we foster a culture of inclusion that engages our employees and authentically connects our brand with our consumers.
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