adidas

Assistant Manager Brand Partnerships

adidas

Shanghai, SH, CN

Job Type Full-time
Experience 2-4 years
Posted 18 hours 58 minutes ago
2-4 years Level

Support the successful execution of Global Collaboration and Statement collections within GCA by coordinating cross-functional processes from seasonal planning through market launch. Ensure local and global collaboration concepts, product assortments, and launch guidelines are accurately translated into local execution across Retail, eCommerce, Marketing, Planning, and Country Teams to deliver a premium consumer experience and support commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Seasonal Planning & Coordination

  • Support seasonal collaboration and Statement collection planning processes for GCA markets.
  • Coordinate communication between Global Business Units and GCA cross-functional teams on seasonal product launches.
  • Maintain seasonal assortment information, launch calendars, and key milestone tracking.
  • Consolidate market feedback, commercial inputs, and product requests from GCA stakeholders for Global teams.
  • Support sample ordering and showroom preparation activities for seasonal reviews and sell-in sessions.
  • Work with CCS on in-house energy projects.

Product Launch Execution

  • Coordinate execution of Global collaboration launches across Retail and eCommerce channels.
  • Ensure product data, launch information, pricing, and allocation details are accurately shared with relevant stakeholders.
  • Track launch readiness and follow up on key deliverables with Planning, Marketing, Retail, eCommerce, and Operations teams.
  • Support implementation of launch guidelines to ensure premium and consistent brand presentation across markets.
  • Assist in monitoring launch performance and collect post-launch feedback.

Business Tracking & Reporting

  • Consolidate sell-through and business performance reports for collaboration collections.
  • Support seasonal forecasting and performance tracking through data collection and analysis.
  • Prepare regular reports and business updates for local and global stakeholders.
  • Monitor product availability and highlight potential risks or opportunities during the season.
  • Support the review of launch results and maintain historical performance records.

Systems & Process Management

  • Maintain product information and seasonal records across internal systems and tools.
  • Ensure accuracy of assortment files, launch trackers, and related documentation.
  • Support product setup, pricing records, and system administration activities where required.
  • Manage seasonal archives, sample inventories, and collaboration-related documentation.
  • Continuously improve process efficiency and data quality.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Act as a key coordinator between Global Business Units and GCA functions.
  • Work closely with Retail, eCommerce, Marketing, Demand Planning, Finance, and Operations teams to support launch execution.
  • Facilitate information sharing and follow-up actions across stakeholders.
  • Support ad hoc projects and business initiatives related to collaborations and Statement business.

KPIs

  • Launch execution accuracy and on-time delivery
  • Product setup and data accuracy
  • Seasonal reporting quality and timeliness
  • Sample management accuracy
  • Sell-through tracking completion
  • Stakeholder satisfaction and cross-functional collaboration effectiveness

Key Relationships

  • Global Business Unit
  • GCA Brand Marketing
  • GCA Retail Marketing
  • GCA eCommerce
  • GCA Planning
  • GCA Demand Planning
  • GCA Finance
  • GCA Operations
  • Country Commercial Teams

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong project coordination and execution skills
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Good analytical capability with proficiency in Excel and reporting tools
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
  • Collaborative mindset and proactive working style

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications

  • 2–4 years of experience in Merchandising, Buying, Product Operations, Category Management, or Brand Operations
  • Experience within the sporting goods, fashion, retail, or consumer products industry preferred
  • Familiarity with Retail and eCommerce business operations
  • Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Fluent in English and Mandarin
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Culture and Inclusion

At adidas, employees are encouraged to demonstrate courage, ownership, innovation, teamplay, integrity, and respect. adidas emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of its culture and talent processes.

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