Manager HSEE Own Operations - temp until 31st of August 2027(m/f/d)

We actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANIZATION:

Workplaces is responsible for the active management of the global real estate portfolio, including the leasing and transactions of all properties, as well as the entire design, construction, and operation of offices, showrooms, and DCs for adidas. This is a position for an organized, passionate and goal-oriented person who understands how to organize and manage cross-functional projects. The purpose of this role is to manage high caliber projects feeding in the strategy execution of the sustainability strategic business plan with a focus on sustainability process integration within ESG Legislation for Corporate Real Estate and as well providing support in the own retail business of adidas.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drive projects across functions between global and market functions

Leads the workstream for the implementation of relevant ESG standards, including the development and governance of the annual reporting procedures and the creation of the reporting framework for own operations

Manage stakeholder’s relationship and secure buy-ins to project deliverables

Support enhancement activities on project management capabilities and knowledge management of the team

Uphold and enhance the Sustainability Own Operations relevance and visibility within own network

Drive agendas on topics such as corporate footprint management- decarb follow up projects and ESG Legislation

Senior stakeholder management, driving decision making effectively up to SVP level

Manage projects, project activities and manage effective and timely communication on project progress and results to (senior) management

Execute overall project management and work stream deliverables (e.g. project planning, milestones execution and monitoring)

Evaluate project results along defined KPIs and translate into insights and recommendations for strategic direction

Provide guidance and manage activities of assistant project managers and business analysts

Support the development and implementation of integrated management systems, including assessment and internal audits based on relevant norms and standards (ISO 41001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 45001)

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Workplace Teams

Retail Teams

Sustainability and Environmental Affairs

Global Operations / Sustainability

Legal and Internal Audit Team

Non-Trade Procurement

FM and H&S Network

Local and global business leaders

Authorities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

:

Conceptual problem solving to tackle ambiguity

Capability to simplify complex matters and derive insights and provide recommendations

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong interpersonal skills and a team player

Self-motivated and high level of influence skills, can-do attitude

Ability to work independently

Staying calm under pressure/ being able to work on tight deadlines on multiple projects simultaneously

Strong Excel analytics & Power BI skills, knowledge of Smartsheet a plus.

Extensive PowerPoint knowledge and skills

Project management experience (e.g. project planning and process mapping)

Experience in Own Retail business (ideally real estate, construction and/or facility management)

Fluent written and spoken English skills

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

University degree required, ideally related to Sustainability

Minimum 3-4 years of relevant work experience in a multinational business, ideally sporting goods industry with exposure to Sustainability topics

Minimum of 2 years project management experience for strategic projects within international environment

Degree or training in Sustainability focused on environmental and energy relevant standards for buildings preferred

Knowledge of IMS and relevant standards (ISO 41001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 45001)

Expert knowledge of ESG (Environmental, social, and governance) standards and regulations.

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:

Manager HSEE Own Operations - temp until 31st of August 2027(m/f/d)

BRAND:

LOCATION:

Herzogenaurach

TEAM:

Legal & Regulatory

STATE:

BY

COUNTRY/REGION:

DE

CONTRACT TYPE:

Limited Duration

NUMBER:

542591

DATE:

Jun 27, 2026