H3Category Manager Running - Go To Market Team /h3pJoin to apply for the strongCategory Manager Running - Go To Market Team /strong role at strongadidas /strong /ph3Category Manager Running - Go To Market Team /h3pJoin to apply for the strongCategory Manager Running - Go To Market Team /strong role at strongadidas /strong /ppGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. /ppJoin 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.brOur 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.brAt 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.brAre you ready to be part of our journey?brstrongPurpose Of The Rolebr/strongPurpose is to execute fully localized GTM processes across all seasonal milestones, Assortment Recommendations for local WHSbrThe Zone GTM teams will work with the European Business Units to drive and steer the respective category from the brand and commercial point of view. They will be the experts for the category in the marketplace, from an adidas perspective, as well as having the complete perspective of the competitive landscape. The GTM teams will have ownership for holistic category plans in close collaboration with Activation and Sales.brstrongWhat You'll Needbr/strongulliContribute and input to the creation of ZoneGTM plan for the respective category in alignment with line manager. /liliBe the Running expert in the specific Zone, with a strong knowledge based on trends, competition, distribution, marketplace, and specially market share (Circana) providing the strongest inputs to EU and Global to improve the range and cover the specific Zone needs. /liliContribute and input to the creation of strategic business plan in alignment with EU BU and Line Manager. /liliAssist and input into EU BU on local product ranging and forecasting topics such as quantitative or qualitative data, mark-up, pricing maintenance, segmentation, allocation etc. if needed. /liliMaintain regular analytics on the sell-in and sell-through performance of Running category to ensure sustainable growth of the category. /liliMonitor and analyse market category trends. /liliEnsure operational excellence in the market for all Go To Market relevant topics. /liliGive input on country price-grouping and submit requests exception throughout the pricing process if needed. /liliProvide operational support for Category sell-in and sell out initiatives. /liliManages sample order process for the Specific Zone in alignment with Line Manager and Marketing Operations guidance. /liliTailor and review local sell-in tools to ensure consistency across EU and drive minimization of customized solutions.br/li /ulstrongSkills You'll Needbr/strongulliConsumer-focused with deep product and range understanding across Running Category /liliCross functional marketing knowledge and market experience in Running Category /liliPro- active (engaging impact-oriented) mindset, ability to think end-to-end /liliAbility to work in a fast paced environment with different international cultures /liliExcellent communication (both written and verbal) and facilitation skills (small and large groups) especially when interacting with different levels of business /liliOutstanding flexibility and discipline to work on a fast-paced calendar /liliAbility to travel, domestic or international, as requiredbr/li /ulstrongMain Requirementsbr/strongulli3-5 years of Merchandising Experience, cross-functional marketing and/or sales experience /liliFluent in English (writing and verbal) /liliIT skills: Outlook and Word: Basic; Excel and PowerPoint: advancedbr/li /ulstrongLocationbr/strongThe role will be based in our new Office in Milan!brstrongLife At Adidasbr/strongulliAnnual bonus /liliMeal Voucher /liliGym and Sports opportunities /liliFree access to self-learning platform /liliEmployee Assistance Program (personal counselling) /liliHybrid working modelbr/li /uladidas 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. 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