Product Manager Kids Footwear Part Time: 20 hrs/week - BU Sportswear and Training - Temp SEPT 2026

Adidas is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders (incl. gender identity), ethnic and social backgrounds, nationalities, sexual orientations, religions and beliefs, and those with apparent or non-apparent disabilities*. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees.We actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANISATIONBring consumer and sport insights into your conceptsExecute the category directionWork with all creation functions to deliver product conceptsCreate ranges within the category from both an image and commercial point of viewKey ResponsibilitiesProactively manage range direction Propose a clear strategy for the range and how to move it onShow full understanding of the product creation process whilst managing all tasks within the given time frames, with special attention to speed to marketWork within cross-functional team and with interlinked departments to enable an efficient product creation process with an optimum product outcomeActively analyse business, draw conclusions and propose action stepsStrong knowledge of product information systems and the interlinking functions – clarity on respective timelines Good level of product expertise to create industry leading productsActively execute spot buying (e.g.buying existing fabrics or already developed/existing styles at supplier)Be considered as a range expert by markets and retailersPrepare and present your ranges and business related topics - with respective audience in mind - by using relevant structure and contentActively provide input for setting the CtC (Concept to Consumer) direction and implement it into relevant ranges in partnership with CtC counterpartsWork independently on projects and follow up on project developmentKEY RELATIONSHIPSMaintain a strong relationship and ensure constant dialogue/feedback withbusiness unit and across other BU´scross-functional team ( Design, Fashion Operations ,CtC, Materials, Costing, Planning)markets and relevant key retailersKnowledge, Skills And AbilitiesTransport information clear and effectively – negotiate skillfullyCooperate well and effectively to maintain and develop trustful relationshipsWork independently as well as part of a team Plan and prioritize daily working time effectively with the ability to work in a fast paced environmentKnowledge of respective product category Strong analytical skills, be solution driven and result orientedAbility to travelActively interested in lifestyle and/or fashionPassion for sportRequisite Education And Experience / Minimum QualificationsCollege degree, preferably in marketing/business /textile/fashionMinimum of 3-5 years Product Marketing experience with APP, FTW or ACC background Experience in trade, vertical retail business model or sales is helpfulFluent in English PC skills (MS Office programs, especially PowerPoint and Excel)adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.