Sr Manager Retail Store Planning & Design

PURPOSEThe Senior Manager Retail Store Planning and Design leads the creation and evolution of consumer‑centric retail concepts for North America. This role brings global vision to life by shaping physical environments, visual merchandising, and in‑store communication that reflect our brand across every store format. You will collaborate across Store Design, Visual Merchandising, Fixtures and Fulfillment, Marketing, Merchandising, and Space Planning to deliver aligned, meaningful retail experiences that connect with consumers and strengthen market execution.Key ResponsibilitiesTranslate global retail concepts into North America‑ready solutions supported by market insights and store experience standardsPartner across teams to define planning principles and ensure store designs meet brand directionComplete test‑fits, feasibility studies, and space planning to guide store developmentCreate layouts, planning tools, and documentation that support store storytelling, adjacencies, and consumer navigationOversee execution of new stores, remodels, and upgrades to ensure quality, alignment, and readiness for market launchPartner with internal teams and external agencies on market‑specific visual merchandising and store experience solutionsStay current on retail and consumer trends to strengthen store conceptsLead the Fixture and Fulfillment team and ensure coordination with store design, construction, and VM functionsSupport VM and fixture setup requirements and gather feedback from store teams to continuously improve guidelines and processesKEY RELATIONSHIPSStore Construction and FacilitiesVisual Merchandising and ISCFixture and FulfillmentReal EstateBrand and MarketingSpace Planning and MerchandisingExternal Architects and ConsultantsVendors and SuppliersKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIESExpertise in retail concept development, spatial planning, and visual merchandisingAbility to simplify complex requirements into clear tools, guidelines, and planning assetsStrong collaboration across merchandising, VM, brand, and retail teamsAdvanced communication skills with the ability to influence and align stakeholdersExperience developing visual merchandising or in‑store communication solutionsREQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree in Architecture, Environmental Design, Interior Architecture, Marketing, Retail Management, Business, or related field6+ years of experience in retail concept development, consumer experience, planning, or visual merchandisingExperience working within global frameworks or top‑tier markets2+ years of management experienceDemonstrated success delivering cross‑functional retail projects that integrate brand, product, and visual merchandising excellenceAbility to travel up to 20 percentAbility to alternate between sitting and standing for extended periodsHybrid schedule Monday through Thursday in office, Friday remote unless onsite collaboration is requiredThis is an opportunity to shape the future of adidas retail across North America and create meaningful store environments that elevate the consumer experience. If you are ready to make an impact and help define the next chapter of our brand in retail, we invite you to apply and bring your talent to the three stripes.THROUGH SPORT, WE HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE LIVES.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at adidas means championing individual uniqueness and cultivating a culture of belonging in which everyone can create at their best. We embrace diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and seek to create a workforce that reflects our consumers and communities. adidas offers robust and progressive medical, including HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer funding or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, adoption, with surrogate and fertility support, short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage. Employees are able to enroll in adidas’ 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match. Full-time employees are eligible for education assistance and generous Leave policies including 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Employees are eligible to earn an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance. Employees accrue prorated flexible time off in the amount .4388 hours per day that increases with years of service, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year and Service Time Off during milestone years.At adidas we offer a Hybrid work policy which provides the flexibility to work remotely Fridays each week. For work requiring a high degree of collaboration, concentration or in-person presentation, in-office attendance is expected. The working location of this position is Portland, OregonThough our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English.adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.