Strategic Retail Financial Planning Manager

adidas AG; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

401k plan with employer match

Education assistance

14 weeks paid parental leave

Health, dental, vision & FSA/HSA

Job summary

adidas AG in Portland, OR is seeking a Manager of Retail Planning to lead financial planning for Concept Stores and Factory Outlets. You will drive sales, margin, and inventory forecasting with cross‑functional partners and provide actionable insights for leadership.

The role emphasizes building financial models, optimizing stock and markdown strategies, and mentoring the team while collaborating with Buying, Allocation, Finance, and Operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in planning functions.
• Bachelor's degree in Merchandising, Business, Finance, or related field.
• Proven expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and retail operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel for data analysis and modeling.
• Ability to alternate between sitting and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive financial plans and forecasts for sales, margin, and inventory with key partners.
• Provide actionable insights to senior leadership by analyzing performance and identifying risks and opportunities.
• Lead development and maintenance of financial models to improve forecast accuracy.
• Manage inventory health to optimize stock levels, turnover, and margins.
• Own the retail planning calendar across pre-, in-, and post-season.
• Align budgets and promotions with cross-functional teams to drive sales and profitability.
• Mentor and develop junior team members and share best practices in planning and analysis.
• Present clear performance updates and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Relationship building

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Retail financial metrics

Forecasting

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Merchandising/Business/Finance

Tools

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

adidas AG in Portland, OR is seeking a Manager of Retail Planning to lead financial planning for Concept Stores and Factory Outlets. You will drive sales, margin, and inventory forecasting with cross‑functional partners and provide actionable insights for leadership.

The role emphasizes building financial models, optimizing stock and markdown strategies, and mentoring the team while collaborating with Buying, Allocation, Finance, and Operations.