Senior Specialist Category Management Running EM

Purpose & Overall Relevance For The OrganizationSupports Director BU Running EM, in executing EM short and medium-term objectives for the category by delivering across all KPIs.Execute Global Concepts-to-Consumer strategies in a locally relevant way for EM by working closely with the Category Manager, BU Running in each Cluster within Emerging Markets, considering different consumer needs and distribution channels.Work on seasonal BU range building and alignment process within the parameters set by the EM CTC Range Architecture team (Category Input, ONE EM Range selection, Definition of Mandatory range, internal GTM Meetings)Support in building a product range for the dedicated Category that fulfils the needs of the EM Hub and Clusters, which is competitive in terms of structure, price and margin.Collaborate regularly with global and cluster counter parts to identify business opportunities in the market which supports driving EM Running strategyKey ResponsibilitiesTracking and data analytics for ONE EM RANGE KPIs like Business on Hand and YTD performanceAct as system champ for the BU (RMA, RMT, GTM milestones, sell-in tools, etc.)Responsible for regular sell thru tracking of key campaigns and franchises.Take charge of all BU ranging activities in RMA and adhere to seasonal timelines as per guidance set by the MOPS TeamResponsible for Commercial Input into Global by conducting regular competition analysis of RunningUnderstands the EM consumer retail environment including distribution points, share of buy, competitor ranges and pricing strategiesKey RelationshipsCategory Manager, BU Running in each ClusterEM Hub CtC and MOPS teamGlobal Running BUEM Business Intelligence teams ; Strategy Teams & Demand Planning teamsEM DTC, WHS and E-com excellence teamsKPI’sEM Net Sales, Category growth, Key Franchise growth/share of NS and Go-in MarginEM BU campaign sell thru targetsEM Category Range Efficiency, SKU targetsCompliance and adherence to EM Ranging Milestones (RMA)Adherence to global deadlines providing meaningful Category Commercial InputKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAdvance excel and powerpoint knowledge. Excellent communication and presentation skills In addition, the individual must demonstrate:Passionate for sports, preferably product ranging specific with knowledge of sportExposure to merchandising approach including assortment planning, FPST, Open to Buy, launch and exit calendars, rate of sales, and also to VM planning & executionAbility to guide optimal range building as per segmentation strategy and option plan (product type, gender, price points) for different channelsPro-active (engaging & impact-oriented) mind-set, ability to think end-to-endAbility to work in agile environment with different culture and nationalitiesCommercial acumen: Very good numerical and analytical skillsAbility to travel, domestic or international, as requiredRequisite education and Experience/ qualificationsUniversity degree in business, ideally with Marketing and sales focus or equivalent professional experience;3+ years Merchandising experience including Sales and Retail exposure, ideally in sporting goods, fashion/lifestyle brandsFluent English (verbal and written)Strong MS-Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), proficient in MS Officeadidas 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.