We strive to be the world’s leading sports brand and we’re looking for pioneers and visionaries to help shape that journey. Sport never stands still and neither do we.

At adidas, you're not just getting a job; you're stepping into a role where your impact is global and your individuality is celebrated. Champions aren’t only found on the field. Join a brand where ambition, innovation, and teamplay fuel everything that we do.

We seek people who connect deeply with our brand and bring their passion to work every single day.

Location:

You’ll be joining our Stockport Head office, a vibrant hub featuring 18 showrooms, a dedicated Conference Centre and a staff Wellness Hub. You’ll have access to a state-of-the-art gym equipped with Peloton bikes and every piece of kit you could imagine. Plus, an indoor astroturf pitch, a padel court, chat boxes and inspiring creative spaces. Our Stockport team consists of over 350 adidas employees, working across, Brand Marketing, Commercial and Business support functions.

What you’ll do:

We are building a talent community (pool) for upcoming and future Key Account Manager (KAM) roles across all product categories in our business.

At adidas, we’re always looking to speak to the very best sales talent about future opportunities to join our team in Stockport. If you are a commercially driven sales professional with a passion for building strategic partnerships and delivering sustainable growth, we want to hear from you.

As a future KAM, you will drive profitable and sustainable market share growth by developing strong customer relationships, leading strategic account plans and delivering outstanding commercial execution across assigned categories.

Do you have what it takes?:

Our roles are highly competitive and we’re proud to invite only the industry’s top talent to interview. Please review the criteria below and apply if you bring the following qualities.

• A strong passion for our brand and products is essential.
• Proven experience and success in a sales role- ideally in the sports retail/ lifestyle  sector or similar
• Strong communication skills: written, oral and presentation
• Strong industry knowledge, across divisions of footwear, apparel and accessories
• Understanding of local markets’ consumers, accounts, economic environment and commercial needs
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Life at adidas:

We operate a hybrid working model with 3 days in the office and the flexibility to work from home on the other 2 days. Beyond this, we offer a range of flexible working policies to support all personal circumstances.

What we’ll do for you:

Alongside a competitive salary we offer:

• A leading pension scheme
• An annual bonus
• Generous employee discount and sample sales
• World-class gym facilities including a padel court and indoor football pitch
• Access to a wide variety of gym classes such as weight training, yoga, pilates, spin and padel coaching as well as both men and women’s 5-aside football
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan
• Life assurance benefit
• Onsite Wellness Centre offering appointments with a variety of health professionals
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
• Access to educational resources to support development
• Regular opportunities to win tickets to sport and music events

We’re committed to ensuring everyone feels welcome throughout the application and interview process. If you require any adjustments, simply let your recruitment partner know and they will be glad to support you.