Vacant Jobs at adidas Group

PURPOSE & IMPACT ON ORGANIZATION:

• Contribute to meeting or exceeding store sales and profit targets by:
• Ensuring the efficient and effective implementation of the global visual merchandising direction in assigned store.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Communication:

• Cascade information given by Market VM manager to SM and Store staff through Training and meetings.
• Participate in team meetings and team huddle to understand needs, delivery of stock and Sales and retail KPI analysis in order to drive sales through VM
• Give feedback to the RBO on Stores’ needs after discussing with SM.

Merchandising Display: 

• Ensure store complies with Global standards and guidelines to provide a pleasant shopping experience to all consumers
• Ensure all windows are presented to a high standards including mannequins dressing and positioning, lighting direction, cleanliness, steaming and price communication
• In charge of creating clear Shop –In-Shop’s to emphasize category presentation
• Ensure correct use and positioning of In-Store Communication Tools
• Dress in-store mannequins and place props correctly
• Apply and maintain Retail Standards
• Daily audit using adidas VM compliance Checklist
• Monthly submission on VM Compliance Tool including taking and uploading pictures into the system
• Update weekly the Space Management Tool floor plan and fixture allocation based on product presentation movement. Weekly analysis of Space Management Results with SM and draft common action plan
• Night shift: campaign change 
• (Lead in-store VM team by example, organize their work time and tasks)

In-store VM Training: Train co-workers on: 

• Global Visual Merchandising standards and guidelines, including folding techniques, different hanger types, size order and size curve, steaming and merchandise presentation standards as well as the use of size cubes and size stickers
• “Getting to know your stores” and wall configuration - Train the Trainer
• Enhancing consumer journey

VM Reporting: 

• Keep up to date on competitor analysis as well as current and upcoming fashion trends across the store location area. Communicate information to Market VM Manager
• Identify and communicate store needs fixtures/ ISC to Market VM Manager
• Other duties as requested by SM/Market VM Manager

Equipment control: 

• Returns and correctly stores unused equipment including fixtures, mannequins, props & graphic frames
• Manage fixtures with care to avoid damages 
• Is familiar with health and safety issues Customer service and operations tasks 
• Execute the Brand Customer Service standards to meet or exceed customers’ expectations
• Be a Brand Ambassador, consistently exhibiting the Brand Attitude and Values
• Use Seasonal Brand and product knowledge effectively during sales interactions
• Communicate product features and benefits and unique selling points clearly to address customers’ needs and strengthen their connection to the Brand
• Minimize loss in both, the stockroom and the sales floor
• Perform all store operations in a safe, effective and efficient manner
• Collaborate productively and respectfully with team members
• Complete all applicable training programs and effectively apply the learning on the job
• Seek coaching and learning opportunities to continually improve your performance

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Consumers
• Peers / Supervisor

KNOWLEDGE, CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Interest in fashion & sports desirable
• English-skills beneficial
• Organized and detailed oriented
• Is able to follow directives
• Good numeracy, literacy, verbal and written communication skills
• Self - motivated
• Work as a team
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• A good eye for style, coordination and attention to detail

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school education
• Fluent in local language – verbal and written
• ARP level
• 1 year of visual merchandising experience is preferred

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PURPOSE & IMPACT ON ORGANIZATION:

Contribute to meeting or exceeding store sales and profit targets by:

• Ensuring the efficient and effective implementation of the global visual merchandising direction in assigned store. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Communication:

• Cascade information given by Market VM manager to SM and Store staff through Training and meetings.
• Participate in team meetings and team huddle to understand needs, delivery of stock and Sales and retail KPI analysis in order to drive sales through VM
• Give feedback to the RBO on Stores’ needs after discussing with SM. Merchandising Display:
• Ensure store complies with Global standards and guidelines to provide a pleasant shopping experience to all consumers
• Ensure all windows are presented to a high standards including mannequins dressing and positioning, lighting direction, cleanliness, steaming and price communication
• In charge of creating clear Shop –In-Shop’s to emphasize category presentation
• Ensure correct use and positioning of In-Store Communication Tools
• Dress in-store mannequins and place props correctly
• Apply and maintain Retail Standards
• Daily audit using adidas VM compliance Checklist
• Monthly submission on VM Compliance Tool including taking and uploading pictures into the system
• Update weekly the Space Management Tool floor plan and fixture allocation based on product presentation movement. Weekly analysis of Space Management Results with SM and draft common action plan
• Night shift: campaign change
• (Lead in-store VM team by example, organize their work time and tasks) In-store VM Training: Train co-workers on:
• Global Visual Merchandising standards and guidelines, including folding techniques, different hanger types, size order and size curve, steaming and merchandise presentation standards as well as the use of size cubes and size stickers
• “Getting to know your stores” and wall configuration - Train the Trainer
• Enhancing consumer journey VM Reporting:
• Keep up to date on competitor analysis as well as current and upcoming fashion trends across the store location area. Communicate information to Market VM Manager
• Identify and communicate store needs fixtures/ ISC to Market VM Manager
• Other duties as requested by SM/Market VM Manager Equipment control:
• Returns and correctly stores unused equipment including fixtures, mannequins, props & graphic frames
• Manage fixtures with care to avoid damages 
• Is familiar with health and safety issues Customer service and operations tasks (part time VM Champion):
• Execute the Brand Customer Service standards to meet or exceed customers’ expectations
• Be a Brand Ambassador, consistently exhibiting the Brand Attitude and Values
• Use Seasonal Brand and product knowledge effectively during sales interactions
• Communicate product features and benefits and unique selling points clearly to address customers’ needs and strengthen their connection to the Brand
• Minimize loss in both, the stockroom and the sales floor
• Perform all store operations in a safe, effective and efficient manner
• Collaborate productively and respectfully with team members
• Complete all applicable training programs and effectively apply the learning on the job
• Seek coaching and learning opportunities to continually improve your performance

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Consumers
• Peers / Supervisor

KNOWLEDGE, CAPABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Interest in fashion & sports desirable
• English-skills beneficial
• Organized and detailed oriented
• Is able to follow directives
• Good numeracy, literacy, verbal and written communication skills
• Self - motivated
• Work as a team
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• A good eye for style, coordination and attention to detail

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• High school education
• Fluent in local language – verbal and written
• ARP level
• 1 year of visual merchandising experience is preferred

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JOB

PURPOSE

• Ensure that overall sales and profitability goals for the store are met by:
• Providing training to all associates.
• Assisting the store manager in the development of staff in compliance with adidas retail growth objectives.
• Overseeing the daily operation of the store and assuring compliance with adidas retail policy and procedure.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

It includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Supports the store manager by implementing and maintaining a staff structure that minimizes payroll expenses and increases productivity,
• Assists the store manager by evaluating employees’ performance on a day-to-day basis
• Perform or assist in the completion of all documentation associated with applicants, new hires, payroll.
• Effectively utilize customer service, training, educational tools, and communication to develop staff in relation to adidas retail goals.
• Maintains personnel files to company standards.
• Assure adherence to all company systems and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of adidas retail operating information.
• Assure compliance with legal statutes and safety guidelines in overall management of store and associates.
• Obtains the necessary skills, experience, and training from daily interaction with store management and outside training to develop necessary skills to assure promotability to the next level.
• Assure adherence to adidas retail visual presentation guidelines.
• Implements the security procedures set forth by adidas head office including, but not limited to shrinkage control, and safety inspections.
• As needed, assists in the development of merchandising, advertising and promotional programs to help meet the sales and marketing goals of the store.
• Resolves customer complaints.
• Assists in maintaining inventory levels by communicating with the store manager overages and shortages of product.
• Assists the store manager to implement and maintain management systems for planning, organization, and controlling and auditing store operations.
• Other duties may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school and 2 years of retail experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.
• The ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to use MS word, excel, outlook, and point of sale systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and oral.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively present to moderate size groups.
• Ability to attend work in a regular and predictable manner.
• Knowledge of how to supervise others.