About the role

Senior Manager overseeing pattern engineering, executing key initiatives for adidas apparel. Collaborating across teams to ensure quality and efficiency in product development processes.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee all pattern engineering aspects for your business unit
Execute strategies leveraging industry-leading and efficient pattern development processes on a global scale
Align with the overall objectives and vision of the organization and your business unit
Build and maintain collaborative relationships across cross-functional teams, divisions, and external partners
Proactively monitor development calendars, ensuring achievement of deadlines
Identify bottlenecks and collaborate with teams to implement corrective actions
Foster strong partnerships for seamless collaboration and effective pattern development
Communicate to internal and external teams seasonal product initiatives, process changes and long-term category vision
Drive and execute key initiatives and provide input to short, mid and long term planning
Build the appropriate structure to manage the organization effectively
Ensure appropriate leadership skills at every level in a motivational work environment

Technical college/fashion school/university degree in pattern making/grading, “Meisterbrief” or equivalent education
Minimum of 5 years related work experience in apparel pattern engineering in multiple business units
First experience in managing a team is an advantage
Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
Ability to deliver effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to diverse audiences
Advanced understanding in both 3D and 2D creation, with knowledge of current industry trends
Ability to think strategically, anticipate and define problems, synthesize complex data and develop innovative solutions
Ability to think end-to-end with a global mindset
Ability to manage through change, make decisions and act comfortably with risk and uncertainty
Ability to provide a clear framework for performance to direct reports
Ability to coach, guide, manage and develop a team
Excellent software knowledge/skills (CAD software, virtual reality, graphic software)
Knowledge in apparel product creation tools and processes
Good understanding of sourcing allocation impact on product from a quality and cost perspective
Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Travel, domestic and international as required by business needs
Advanced IT skills in MS Office, Adobe applications and ability to work with Product Data Management Systems

robust and progressive medical
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
basic life and AD&D insurance
401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
education assistance
generous Leave policies including 12 weeks of paid parental leave
earn an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance
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
Service Time Off during milestone years