This role empowers the Fashion Sales Team with data-driven insights through seasonal and financial forecasting, demand planning, and sell-through performance analysis. You’ll play a key role in optimising sales performance, spotting growth opportunities, and driving strategic initiatives that grow both the Fashion channel and the wider adidas business.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Forecasting Analytics
Own and present sales forecasts aligned with business KPIs.
Track weekly sell-through and weeks-of-cover to highlight trends, risks, and opportunities.
Partner with Sales and Customer Service to review and manage the Fashion Order Book.
Support funding requests, cancellations, and other in-season adjustments.
Deliver clear, actionable recommendations to address risks and maximise in-season performance.
Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on business performance by category and account.
Build QBR and T2T reporting, including professional presentation materials.
Forecasting & Planning
Execute seasonal and financial forecasting processes.
Contribute to GTM (Go-to-Market) planning through forecast inputs and customer financial reporting.
Support long-term strategic forecasting in line with global objectives and local market dynamics.
Reporting & Insights
Provide ad-hoc reporting tailored to the Fashion channel and customer needs.
Translate retail and sales data into clear, actionable insights for both internal and external stakeholders.
Key Relationships
Internal
Director Fashion, Senior Manager Fashion, Account Managers
Wholesale Planners
Supply Chain / OBF
Sales Operations
Finance
Customer Service
Marketing Operations
Product & Category Teams
External
Merchandising & Planning teams within the Fashion account portfolio
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills; SAP and BI tool experience a plus.
Strong analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and process optimisation.
Solid understanding of retail math and sell-through analysis, with the ability to turn data into strategy.
Sharp awareness of retail and consumer trends to guide business decisions.
Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise under pressure with keen attention to detail.
Confident communicator, skilled at presenting insights to managers, peers, and external partners.
Collaborative team player with a proven ability to build strong relationships across functions and with clients.
Positive, proactive attitude that supports a high-performance culture.
Requisite Education & Experience / Minimum Qualifications
Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred (or equivalent practical experience).
Proven experience in data analytics, sales planning, retail operations, or financial forecasting.