Tokyo Senior Manager Manager Category Management Originals FTW Toky

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Senior Manager / Manager Category Management Originals FTW Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization: Build a local category strategy and leading the team to execute product merchandizing plan, Go To Market (GTM) plan to drive brand and business success within the framework set by Global Business Units (BUs) Key Responsibilities: Support to d rive & develop a 3-5 year category plan based on overall adidas BU process in collaboration with Global BU Support financial expectations set out in the category integrated business planning across all channels Develop category initiatives to meet key commercial goals Support the development of business mid-long term division plan in alignment with global vision Be the interface between Global Business Unit (BU) and market stakeholders Collaborate with relevant cross functional teams to develop and execute plans Own end to end (E2E) market strategy and execution from Integrated Business Planning, Commercial Input to in season trade and exit Own quality delivery toward each GTM milestones Own go to market planning excellence in compliance with targets for forecasting, pricing, profitability, range size, range flow, range adoption, Article Performance Review (APR) etc. including system, catalogue and master data maintenance Define the category range by sales channels, by stores or trade zone where necessary, within guidelines or alignments Support to materialize business opportunities throughout the communication with Global BU, Channels, Wholesale accounts and any relevant external research Own key franchise lifecycle and inventory level to ensure brand health Perform category insights and analytics including market/consumer/competitor insights and sales analysis and leverage for planning Own the input of local product and allocation demand to global Responsible for Creation Center Tokyo (CCT) creation from brief to ensure product offers to achieve the category financial target, delivery and sell through and exit Support cross category and functional specific initiatives Present range internally and externally with sufficient sample availability Participate to customer interaction in planning phase Manage, develop performance, and winning culture with fast action through organization’s people values, motivate team / direct reports in alignment with the market organization Development culture Drive employee engagement, leading by example. KPI’s: Category Net Sales (NS), Net Margin and Contribution Sell-out all channels Forecast & data accuracy , Drop rate Net Promote Score (NPS) Market share Key Relationships: Global BU Creation center including local trading company Brand Activation, Culture marketing, Sport marketing Business development, GTM head office Demand planning, SCM, Finance Channels and External Wholesale partners Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Ability to implement strategy Strong presentation/communication, negotiation and influencing skills, especially with senior stakeholders within a global matrix organization. Distinct track record of success and high-level range management knowledge Strong cross-functional and stakeholder management experience across commercial functions (e.g. marketing, sales, etc.) and support functions (finance preferred), as well as different organizational levels (Global, Market, etc.) Strong industry knowledge, across divisions—footwear, apparel and accessories. Expert understanding of markets’ consumers, accounts, economic environment and commercial needs Ability to Manage, Coach and Develop People Results Oriented Mindset Strong team player with high level of integrity & attention to detail Pro-active, collaborative and positive attitude even in changing environments Strong data analysis skills and ability to translate and articulate data results into clear business actions. Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications: 5 years of experience in range management/product required. University degree in Business or equivalent professional experience, ideally in Sales and/or Marketing, MBA preferred Sporting goods industry experience required Bu siness level in both Japanese and English Mandator y Has substantial experience working with local customers and international stakeholders High Business Acumen Strong PC Skills including Outlook, Word, Excel (Pivot), Powerpoint, etc Passion for sports and belief that through sports we have the power to change lives AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE’S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR. COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need.. OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through. INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things. TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset. INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards. RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all. At adidas, we strongly believe that embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into our culture and talent processes gives our employees a sense of belonging and our brand a real competitive advantage. – Culture Starts With People, It Starts With You – By recruiting talent and developing our people to reflect the rich diversity of our consumers and communities, we foster a culture of inclusion that engages our employees and authentically connects our brand with our consumers. Job Title: Senior Manager / Manager Category Management Originals FTW TEAM: Merchandising & Planning Location: Tokyo State: Toky Country/Region: JP Contract Type: Full time Number: 551914 Date: Nov 9, 2026 Apply now » Find similar jobs: Home Search Jobs Imprint Legal Notice Privacy Notice Contact Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. THROUGH SPORT, WE HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE LIVES. © 2026 adidas. All Rights Reserved.