Store Experience Design Lead (Hybrid)

adidas AG; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Education assistance

Annual bonus

Job summary

adidas AG in Portland, OR is seeking a Manager, Retail Planning & Design to lead design and planning for new stores, remodels, and refreshes across North America. You will translate global concepts into market-ready solutions with brand alignment and strong consumer focus.

The role requires collaboration with VM, Space Planning, Merchandising, Fixtures & Fulfillment, Real Estate, and Construction teams. Travel up to 20% and a hybrid work model are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Environmental Design, Interior Architecture, Marketing, Retail Management, Business or related field.
• 2+ years experience in retail concept, consumer experience, planning, or visual merchandising roles.
• Experience working within global frameworks or in a top-tier market.
• Demonstrated success delivering cross-functional retail projects that integrate brand, product, and VM excellence.
• Ability to travel up to 20% as required by the role.
• Ability to alternate between sitting and standing for extended periods of time.
• Hybrid work policy: office Mon-Thu with remote on Fri; in-person on Friday for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of retail projects including new stores, remodels, refreshes, and relocations across North America.
• Develop test fits, design studies, and planning solutions that optimize consumer experience, product presentation, and operational efficiency.
• Adapt and implement global retail concepts, ensuring alignment with brand standards while addressing market-specific, site-specific, and operational requirements.
• Create and manage schematic design packages, planning documentation, and design intent deliverables that support successful project execution.
• Partner with Visual Merchandising, Space Planning, Merchandising, Fixtures & Fulfillment, and Construction teams to deliver cohesive store environments that support product storytelling and commercial objectives.
• Review design, construction, vendor, and landlord documentation to ensure consistency with approved design intent and project requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to identify opportunities, resolve design challenges, and drive efficient execution.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of retail planning standards, tools, guidelines, and best practices that improve design consistency and execution quality.
• Communicate project status, risks, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders and leadership, ensuring alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor retail, consumer, and design trends to inform concept evolution and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery against quality, schedule, budget, and brand expectations.

Skills

Retail concept development

Spatial planning

Visual merchandising

Presentation skills

English fluency

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Rhino

V-Ray

Adobe Creative Suite

Bluebeam Revu

Education

Architecture-related Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Rhino

V-Ray

Adobe Creative Suite

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

adidas AG in Portland, OR is seeking a Manager, Retail Planning & Design to lead design and planning for new stores, remodels, and refreshes across North America. You will translate global concepts into market-ready solutions with brand alignment and strong consumer focus.

The role requires collaboration with VM, Space Planning, Merchandising, Fixtures & Fulfillment, Real Estate, and Construction teams. Travel up to 20% and a hybrid work model are expected.