Assistant Manager Merchandising

Position Overview

At adidas, we believe great products begin with great collaboration. Our merchandising teams help bring product to life by connecting consumer insights, product strategy, and go to market execution. As Assistant Manager Merchandising, you will support the North America Merchandising team in the execution of seasonal product strategies for adidas Golf across apparel, footwear, accessories, and Originals Golf. This role plays an important operational and coordination function, ensuring merchandising systems, product samples, showrooms, and go to market tools are maintained and executed with accuracy.

You will work closely with cross functional teams including Marketing, Sales, Planning, Finance, Global Merchandising, Product, and Operations to support seasonal launches and internal alignment. Your attention to detail, organizational discipline, and passion for product will help ensure successful seasonal execution across the North America market.

• Seasonal Merchandising System Management:
  Maintain NAM seasonal line lists, M3 MRM, and related merchandising tools to ensure accurate product information and timely communication across cross functional teams.
• Range Management Support:
  Support the maintenance of range management tools including line list updates, M3 maintenance, and sample ordering execution to ensure readiness for seasonal launches and internal planning milestones.
• Sample Operations Coordination:
  Manage US sample execution including unboxing, steaming, organizing, and preparing samples for internal meetings, showroom displays, and photoshoots.
• Showroom and Product Display Management:
  Maintain and oversee the organization of the US showroom and sample closets, ensuring products are displayed accurately and available for internal and external stakeholders.
• Sales Support and Customer Coordination:
  Provide administrative support to customers by coordinating sample shipments, distributing swatch rings, and preparing preline tools and sell in materials.
• Cross Functional Product Communication:
  Support the NAM cross functional teams by sharing key product updates including hard launch dates, seasonal highlights, and priority styles.
• Sample Order and Tracking Management:
  Manage sample ordering through grid based systems, track shipments, coordinate deliveries, and maintain accurate sample records within M3 systems.
• Launch and Collaboration Support:
  Assist with hype launches, collaborations, and seasonal initiatives by coordinating deadlines, facilitating cross functional communication, and preparing reporting recaps.
• Event and Meeting Support:
  Provide support for NAM sales meetings, trade shows, and global milestones by coordinating product readiness, merchandising materials, and sample presentation.
• Field Engagement and Market Support:
  Participate in US based sales and marketing visits with internal teams to support market understanding and strengthen cross functional alignment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a closely related field.
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in product marketing, merchandising, buying, account sales, or other relevant commercial roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and follow through capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively within highly collaborative cross functional teams.
• Ability to travel within the United States as required.

• Experience supporting merchandising or product teams within a global organization.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle tools or merchandising systems.
• Experience supporting product launches, trade shows, or seasonal sales meetings.

Hybrid work model requiring in office attendance Monday through Thursday, with remote flexibility on Fridays based on business needs. Primary work location is Carlsbad, California. Working language is English. This role operates in a collaborative office environment with frequent product handling, sample coordination, and cross functional engagement.

Reports to senior leadership within the North America Merchandising organization. This role does not include direct people management responsibilities. Works closely with Marketing, Sales, Planning, Finance, Global Merchandising, Product, and Operations teams to support seasonal execution.

Salary Range: $78,000 to $85,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, skills, and demonstrated proficiency in the role. This position is eligible for an annual performance bonus based on company and individual performance.

• Medical coverage with HSA or FSA options, dental, vision, and…