Purpose
Responsible for assisting in the development of the adidas player strategy, including scouting, signing and maintaining relationships with our adidas contracted players. Lead and drive adidas Generation adidas and Homegrown player strategy with MLS.
Key Accountabilities
Work with Sr. Sports Marketing Manager to develop and drive the adidas player strategy for the US.
Scout next generation players and maintain a database of potential signings.
Sign and retain key players, working with both agents and internal stakeholders to obtain the targeted players within the assigned budget. Maintain daily relationships with players, ensuring a premium level of service.
Assist with the execution of athlete appearances and retail promotions
Heavy travel and overtime may be required during peak season
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Extensive knowledge of assigned sport/category
Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making skills Ability to work across teams and manage priorities to accomplish multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines
Ability to present effectively to groups, including members of all organizational levels
Strong Negotiation Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to maintain a professional attitude in fast paced, changing environments.
Ability to communicate with people on different levels within and outside the organization Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook)
Qualifications
Four year college or university degree, emphasis in marketing or business preferred.
Minimum of 4 years related experience and/or training; Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for a degree.
