PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANISATION
Lead the cross-functional Innovation apparel incubation team and all apparel innovative initiatives across adidas Innovation. The Senior Director’s key role is to orchestrate cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of innovation apparel projects that align with our innovation mission and vision, brand direction and business objectives.
Close cooperation with all Innovation and partner functions, including Business Units Key Stakeholders to drive strategy, concepts and projects for sport categories and horizontal initiatives.
Orchestrate collaboration between design, Development, engineering, science, and manufacturing teams to ensure shared goals, alignment, and seamless execution of innovative projects.
Oversee the management of budgets, timelines, and resources for apparel innovation projects, ensuring efficient use of resources and timely delivery of results.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to a team of cross-functional professionals, fostering their professional growth and development.
Practical experience in the field of textile manufacturing/engineering, including management experience with focus on apparel innovation.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and timelines effectively.
REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Textile Engineering, Fashion Merchandising, or a related field;