Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:

• Handle both long- and short-term calendar management within the China Creation Center, driving innovative, market-relevant design solutions. Expand the apparel collection specifically for the China market, enhancing the Adidas brand image through heightened relevancy and desirability.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Direct Creative Activity
   • Actively contribute to working groups to develop compelling design concepts for key product lines.
   • Create impactful communication assets to articulate design strategies and vision clearly.
   • Ensure that product aesthetics align closely with the creative vision across all touchpoints in the creative and development process.
   • Champion innovative ideas, inspiring excellence in product design and technical execution.
   • Submit precise design sketches and comprehensive tech packs to the development team within defined timelines.
   • Build and strengthen cross-functional, collaborative relationships to drive successful in-house synergy.
2. Project & Workflow Management
   • Lead project organization and oversee workflows to ensure optimal efficiency within the design team.
   • Collaborate across all key milestones to guide and challenge the product development process, ensuring adherence to top-quality standards.
   • Enforce adherence to design processes and uphold high standards throughout project execution.
   • Manage multiple design capsules with a strategic, priority-focused approach.
   • Diligently monitor project timelines to ensure adherence to deadlines and efficient project progression.
3. Innovation & Market Benchmarking
   • Conduct thorough trend research, staying informed of emerging innovations in design.
   • Analyze competitors and market trends to maintain competitive awareness.
   • Proactively explore new design processes and technologies to enhance product offerings.
   • Maintain a robust understanding of the market while integrating cutting-edge advancements into designs.

Key Relationships:

• Design Director / Senior Designer
• Product Marketing
• Product Development

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Expert-level proficiency in design applications.
• Exceptional visual and verbal communication skills, with an aptitude for creating dynamic, compelling visuals.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Design or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience and expertise in developing high-impact communication tools.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the Sporting Goods or Fashion Industry.
• Proven expertise in managing the end-to-end design process, including project planning, design development, and execution.
• Strong passion for Adidas and its mission.