Project Manager / Transformation Manager (m/f/d)

Job description

Country: Germany
Job Function: Legal / SEA

State / Province: Germany
Position Type: Full time

City / Location: Herzogenaurach
Brand: adidas

Relocation: Yes

Somewhere, in one of our workshops right now, the future is taking shape. We are constantly working to redefine the way clothing and footwear transforms the pitch, court or course. This is what drives us: the feeling of discovery and the urge to innovate. When we create a product that makes our hearts beat faster, we know we’re onto something.

If this sounds inspiring, you might be one of us: Someone who loves to create the present, as well as shape the future. There’s a reason adidas has been at the forefront of defining sport for more than 60 years: We never stand still. Everyday, we work to improve everything we create.

At adidas, interesting, amazing and inspiring aren’t just ideas. They are what we do every single day.

Purpose & Function:

Contribute to the implementation and continuous development of the Legal Technology strategy and support activities to help bring key strategic initiatives to life. The team member will have opportunities to assist in the execution of various key projects which have the potential to significantly impact our organization. The team member will also have opportunities to lead the execution of various small-sized project.

Key Responsibilities:

· Manage the business and take over responsibilities in the implementation, execution and the continuous improvement of the Legal Technology strategy
· Act as the subject matter expert in the clarification of the objectives, the implementation and the smooth operations for new tools/systems and the embedding into the adidas system- and process landscape.
· Contribute significantly to the process of defining the project portfolio and ensuring the execution of core projects.
· Identify, recommend and address improvements in methodology, format and processes.
· Manage the implementation of qualitative and quantitative performance measures and tracking tools. Support the business and supervisor thereon with their definition and for the execution.
· Ensure compliance to standards like Project Management Office (PMO), Policies, Code of Conduct.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Strong enthusiasm for digital business transformation
· Ability to improve processes or systems by using personal experience, feedback and best practices
· Strong drive to 'crack the problem' with a deep intellectual curiosity and integrity
· Business fluency in English (written and spoken) and German advantageous
· Travel of up to 20%

Requisite Education and Experience:

· 3+ years Project Management experience
· Good understanding of IT technology and IT infrastructure related topics