Manager – Project Management

Overview

You will lead a portfolio of high‑profile North Europe projects, turning strategic aims into actionable plans and keeping cross‑functional teams aligned. You’ll provide concise, decision‑ready updates to senior leaders and anticipate risks to keep delivery on track. The role blends structure with pragmatism, using AI and digital tools to simplify processes and strengthen decisions. You join a brand that values ambition, innovation and collaboration as it scales impact across markets.

Pay / Benefits

• leading pension scheme
• annual bonus
• employee discount and sample sales
• world-class gym facilities
• private medical insurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

Responsibilities

• Own priority projects from definition to delivery with measurable outcomes
• Coordinate across Sales, Brand, Finance, Business Development, Insights and others to drive momentum
• Provide concise, decision‑ready progress updates to leadership on risks, dependencies and next steps
• Identify delivery challenges early and resolve issues to protect outcomes
• Improve project delivery by standardising ways of working and leveraging AI/digital tools

Key requirements

• Strong passion for the adidas brand and products
• Proven track record leading complex projects and translating strategy into delivery plans
• Commercial judgement with ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate recommendations
• Hands‑on, practical approach to structuring work, managing risks and keeping multiple workstreams moving
• Curiosity about better ways of working, including AI and digital tools to improve delivery and decisions

• stakeholder management
• communication
• collaboration
• project management
• risk and dependency management
• cross‑functional coordination

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