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Senior Director Innovation Apparel - CD&I(m/w/x)
Leading an incubation team, developing groundbreaking products for the athletics market, integrating textile manufacturing advancements. 5+ years in senior leadership and extensive design/manufacturing process knowledge for textiles required. Shaping future product lines at a 5000+ employee athletic wear company.
Requirements
- Practical experience in textile manufacturing/engineering
- Comprehensive knowledge in product manufacturing and athletics market
- At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role
- Extensive knowledge of apparel design and manufacturing processes
- Experience in integrating sustainable practices into product development
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills
- Strategic thinking and market insight translation
- Ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and timelines
- Collaborative mindset and passion for innovation
- Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Textile Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in the apparel industry
- At least 5 years experience of leading teams
Tasks
- Lead the innovation apparel incubation team
- Drive the development of groundbreaking apparel products
- Oversee strategic planning and execution of apparel initiatives
- Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in apparel
- Integrate advancements into product development strategies
- Collaborate with key stakeholders in Business Units
- Foster a culture of innovation within the team
- Encourage creativity and continuous improvement among team members
- Orchestrate collaboration between design, development, and manufacturing teams
- Establish strategic partnerships with external vendors and research institutions
- Manage budgets, timelines, and resources for innovation projects
- Provide leadership and mentorship to cross-functional professionals
Work Experience
- 10 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
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Senior Director Innovation Apparel - CD&I(m/w/x)
Leading an incubation team, developing groundbreaking products for the athletics market, integrating textile manufacturing advancements. 5+ years in senior leadership and extensive design/manufacturing process knowledge for textiles required. Shaping future product lines at a 5000+ employee athletic wear company.
Requirements
- Practical experience in textile manufacturing/engineering
- Comprehensive knowledge in product manufacturing and athletics market
- At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership role
- Extensive knowledge of apparel design and manufacturing processes
- Experience in integrating sustainable practices into product development
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills
- Strategic thinking and market insight translation
- Ability to manage complex projects, budgets, and timelines
- Collaborative mindset and passion for innovation
- Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Design, Textile Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in the apparel industry
- At least 5 years experience of leading teams
Tasks
- Lead the innovation apparel incubation team
- Drive the development of groundbreaking apparel products
- Oversee strategic planning and execution of apparel initiatives
- Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in apparel
- Integrate advancements into product development strategies
- Collaborate with key stakeholders in Business Units
- Foster a culture of innovation within the team
- Encourage creativity and continuous improvement among team members
- Orchestrate collaboration between design, development, and manufacturing teams
- Establish strategic partnerships with external vendors and research institutions
- Manage budgets, timelines, and resources for innovation projects
- Provide leadership and mentorship to cross-functional professionals
Work Experience
- 10 years
Education
- Bachelor's degreeOR
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
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About the Company
adidas
Industry
Fashion
Description
The company fosters an inclusive workplace and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its culture.
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