Manager Retail Planning & Design

PURPOSE The Manager, Retail Planning & Design leads the planning and execution of retail design projects across new stores, remodels, and refreshes, ensuring consumer-centric experiences that align with adidas brand standards and business objectives. Partnering cross-functionally with key stakeholders, this role adapts global retail concepts into market-relevant solutions for North America while balancing customer experience, operational needs, and project delivery KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the planning, design, and execution of retail projects including new stores, remodels, refreshes, and relocations across North America. Develop test fits, design studies, and planning solutions that optimize consumer experience, product presentation, and operational efficiency. Adapt and implement global retail concepts, ensuring alignment with brand standards while addressing market-specific, site-specific, and operational requirements. Create and manage schematic design packages, planning documentation, and design intent deliverables that support successful project execution. Partner with Visual Merchandising, Space Planning, Merchandising, Fixtures & Fulfillment, and Construction teams to deliver cohesive store environments that support product storytelling and commercial objectives. Review design, construction, vendor, and landlord documentation to ensure consistency with approved design intent and project requirements. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to identify opportunities, resolve design challenges, and drive efficient execution. Contribute to the development and refinement of retail planning standards, tools, guidelines, and best practices that improve design consistency and execution quality. Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders and leadership, ensuring alignment throughout the project lifecycle. Monitor retail, consumer, and design trends to inform concept evolution and continuous improvement initiatives. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery against quality, schedule, budget, and brand expectations. KEY RELATIONSHIPS Store Construction & Facilities Visual Merchandising &ISC Fixture & Fulfilment Real Estate Brand & Marketing Space Planning & Merchandising External Architects and Consultants Vendors and Suppliers KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Expertise in retail concept development, spatial planning, and visual merchandising principles. Strong ability to simplify complex cross-functional requirements into cohesive planning and implementation tools. Demonstrated ability to drive alignment and collaborate effectively across Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Brand, and Retail Operations Exceptional presentation and communication skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and drive alignment across diverse, crossfunctional teams Strong organization skills, ability to manage multiple priorities, and comfortable leading multiple complex projects. Fluent English Advanced skills in Microsoft Office; design/visual tools such AutoCad, SketchUp, Rhino, V-ray , Adobe CS, Revu or Adobe Acorbat REQUISITE EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in degree in Architecture, Environmental Design, Interior Architecture, Marketing, Retail Management, Business or related field OR equivelant combination of education and experience 2+ years experience in retail concept, consumer experience, planning, or visual merchandising roles Experience working within global frameworks or in a top-tier market Demonstrated success delivering cross-functional retail projects that integrate brand, product, and VM excellence Ability to travel up to 20% as required by the role Ability to alternate between sitting and standing for extended periods of time At adidas we offer a Hybrid work policy which requires attendance in the office Monday through Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday each week. For work requiring a high degree of c…

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