Store Opening in October 2026

Lead the Future of Sport. Shape a Brand New Beginning.

This is more than a job it’s your first step in the adidas journey. For over 70 years, adidas has been creating the best sports gear and inspiring millions to change their lives through sport. We’re a team of rebellious optimists  united by passion, creativity, and purpose. We balance performance and sustainability, celebrate individuality, and believe in sport’s power to change lives. With our brand new store opening in Rotterdam (Alexandrium), this is your chance to lead from the front, build an exceptional team, and deliver a world-class consumer experience.

YOUR IMPACT

• Own it. Take full accountability for your store’s commercial success and brand excellence.
• Lead from the front. Spend time on the sales floor inspiring, coaching, and driving performance.
• Think forward. Use data and insights to challenge the status quo and fuel continuous improvement.
• Protect what matters. Ensure legal, financial, and operational integrity at all times.
• Elevate the experience. Champion adidas standards in visual merchandising, service, and storytelling.
• Grow the team. Recruit, train, and develop future leaders, building a culture of high performance and trust.
• Create community. Ensure every team member and consumer feels seen, heard, and valued.
• Share success. Collaborate across stores and regions to drive collective growth.
• Learn and evolve. Engage in continuous coaching and training to stay ahead of the game.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 18+ months’ experience in a sports/fashion retail leadership experience, leading large, diverse teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to turn insight into action.
• Confident leadership with excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Advanced in English and comfortable using MS Office and digital retail tools.
• Resilient, solutions-driven, and passionate about delivering impossible-is-nothing results.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

• Competitive pay + monthly bonus structure based on store performance.
• Product discounts - across adidas online and in-store up to 44%.
• Uniform allowances - look the part while representing the brand.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - because your well-being matters.
• Access to world-class online learning for professional and personal growth.
• Team celebrations, store launch events & internal competitions - we reward success together. Our winning culture incentives often reward with exclusive events, parties etc.
• Opportunities to win football tickets, experiences & exclusive adidas events.
• Referral rewards - grow the team, earn rewards.
• Life insurance - 2x annual salary.
• Be part of a global brand that truly invests in people and planet.

WHY adidas

• We believe in growth without limits. You’ll join a company that champions:
• Flexibility & work-life balance - predictable scheduling, open culture.
• Diversity, equity & inclusion - every voice matters, every story counts.
• Sustainability in motion - help us shape the future of sport and the planet.
• Career mobility - grow across retail, office, or distribution functions.
• Belonging - join a team that feels like a community, not a hierarchy.

RETAIL STARTS WITH YOU

This is a new store opening, and you'll play a vital role in bringing adidas to life in Alexandrium, one of Rotterdam's busiest shopping destinations. Be part of the founding team that sets the tone, shapes the culture, and creates an exceptional experience for every consumer from day one. In a city known for its energy, innovation, and diversity, you'll help build a store that reflects the ambition and spirit of Rotterdam.

adidas. It Starts With You.

Apply now and help us create the future of sport in Rotterdam

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.