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Account Manager - Running | Sweden
Join adidas Europe and shape the future of the sporting goods industry! For over 75 years, our European heritage has been a fusion of culture and innovation, driving global sports trends. Our offices, from Herzogenaurach to London, Berlin, Zaragoza, Amsterdam, Warsaw, Athens, Milan, Manchester, and Paris, are centers of creativity and collaboration. We aim to be Europe's best sports brand, seeking pioneers and visionaries to join our bold journey.
At adidas, you're not just getting a job; you're invited to make a global impact, joining a team that values creativity, courage and innovation. Are you ready to be part of our journey?
As our Account Manager - Running, the position is Stockholm based. You will be having the responsibility of our Running Speciality accounts in the Nordics. You will be expected to be mobile and visit the Nordic markets and each of the accounts' stores and HQs. You will report to your Line Manager based in our Nordic HQ in Solna, Sweden. You will travel to sell-in meetings in all markets and seasonal assortment handovers in Manchester minimum twice a year. You will be responsible for hosting accounts and planning trips for them throughout the year in connection to events.
You will be one of 6 Nordic Team members in the Specialty & Regional team.
Our Nordic Headquarters in our brand-new office in Solna, where we have nearly 100 colleagues working across Sales, Marketing, and support functions. The Nordics is part of our North Europe Cluster, bringing together the Nordics, UK, and Benelux as one team. We're a workforce united through a common passion for Sport and Fashion, as well as working in an environment where everyone feels comfortable to be their true authentic self.
What you'll do:
As an Account Manager - Runningat adidas, you will have the full responsibility working with a specific category and driving that business growth. We are looking for an experienced salesperson with a passion for running with the ability to build strong, long-term sustainable partnerships internally as well as externally with the accounts. Strong understanding of the Nordic running landscape, including communities and products is preferred, as you will be working closely with customers as well as our running products. You will support activating brand strategies & manage assigned categories/product segment together with the marketing team, driving and increasing brand visibility and sell-out both in store and online. Identify opportunities for upselling, cross-selling and expanding services for the accounts to maximize revenue and profitability. You are responsible to track key performance metrics and KPIs for accounts, regularly reviewing progress against targets and implementing actions as needed. We see that you are a skilled negotiator who can find win-win solutions that meet the needs of both the client and adidas.
Skills you'll need:
Life at adidas:
We have an optional "Sports Hour" every Thursday @ 11-12 and an annual fitness allowance.
We offer a performance related bonus, 30 days holiday, flexible bank holidays (swap up to 3 bank holidays per year for other days of leave), private health insurance &, generous employee discount, public gym & pool facilities.
To ensure everyone feels welcome we endeavour to accommodate everyone at all stages of the application and interview process. Should you need it, please let your recruitment partner know and they will be more than happy to help.
Please apply with an English version of your CV before our closing date of 16.07.25
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.
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.
Job Title: Account Manager - Running
Brand:
Location: Stockholm
TEAM: Sales
State: Stoc
Country/Region: SE
Contract Type: Full time
Number: 530855
Date: Jul 2, 2025
Join adidas Europe and shape the future of the sporting goods industry! For over 75 years, our European heritage has been a fusion of culture and innovation, driving global sports trends. Our offices, from Herzogenaurach to London, Berlin, Zaragoza, Amsterdam, Warsaw, Athens, Milan, Manchester, and Paris, are centers of creativity and collaboration. We aim to be Europe's best sports brand, seeking pioneers and visionaries to join our bold journey.
At adidas, you're not just getting a job; you're invited to make a global impact, joining a team that values creativity, courage and innovation. Are you ready to be part of our journey?
As our Account Manager - Running, the position is Stockholm based. You will be having the responsibility of our Running Speciality accounts in the Nordics. You will be expected to be mobile and visit the Nordic markets and each of the accounts' stores and HQs. You will report to your Line Manager based in our Nordic HQ in Solna, Sweden. You will travel to sell-in meetings in all markets and seasonal assortment handovers in Manchester minimum twice a year. You will be responsible for hosting accounts and planning trips for them throughout the year in connection to events.
You will be one of 6 Nordic Team members in the Specialty & Regional team.
Our Nordic Headquarters in our brand-new office in Solna, where we have nearly 100 colleagues working across Sales, Marketing, and support functions. The Nordics is part of our North Europe Cluster, bringing together the Nordics, UK, and Benelux as one team. We're a workforce united through a common passion for Sport and Fashion, as well as working in an environment where everyone feels comfortable to be their true authentic self.
What you'll do:
As an Account Manager - Runningat adidas, you will have the full responsibility working with a specific category and driving that business growth. We are looking for an experienced salesperson with a passion for running with the ability to build strong, long-term sustainable partnerships internally as well as externally with the accounts. Strong understanding of the Nordic running landscape, including communities and products is preferred, as you will be working closely with customers as well as our running products. You will support activating brand strategies & manage assigned categories/product segment together with the marketing team, driving and increasing brand visibility and sell-out both in store and online. Identify opportunities for upselling, cross-selling and expanding services for the accounts to maximize revenue and profitability. You are responsible to track key performance metrics and KPIs for accounts, regularly reviewing progress against targets and implementing actions as needed. We see that you are a skilled negotiator who can find win-win solutions that meet the needs of both the client and adidas.
Skills you'll need:
- 5+ years of retail experience in sales/key account management/Sporting goods knowledge.
- Fluent in Swedish and English.
- Market understanding: A wholistic idea of what brands and products exist in the market.
- Strategic thinking and planning: Ability to build and execute short-, mid-, and long-term Strategic Account Plans. Grow orderbook build and maximize Sell Out.
- Commercial metrics/data skills: Proficiency in sales, margin, inventory management & KPI tracking.
- Systems & Software: Experience with SAP, Sales Tools, PowerBI, and Microsoft Office.
Life at adidas:
We have an optional "Sports Hour" every Thursday @ 11-12 and an annual fitness allowance.
We offer a performance related bonus, 30 days holiday, flexible bank holidays (swap up to 3 bank holidays per year for other days of leave), private health insurance &, generous employee discount, public gym & pool facilities.
To ensure everyone feels welcome we endeavour to accommodate everyone at all stages of the application and interview process. Should you need it, please let your recruitment partner know and they will be more than happy to help.
Please apply with an English version of your CV before our closing date of 16.07.25
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.
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.
Job Title: Account Manager - Running
Brand:
Location: Stockholm
TEAM: Sales
State: Stoc
Country/Region: SE
Contract Type: Full time
Number: 530855
Date: Jul 2, 2025