Designer Apparel Future of style

Shanghai
Permanent
Full-time

22 days ago

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Accept ClosePress Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSearch by KeywordSearch by LocationSearch by KeywordSearch by LocationLoading...Team:LocationType:Grade:Create Alert×Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:StartPlease wait...Designer Apparel Future of styleKey ResponsibilitiesCreative Direction & Design Excellence

Actively shape and develop compelling design concepts that push creative boundaries for key product initiatives.

Ensure visual identity and design language remain consistent and aligned with the brand's creative direction at every stage.

Champion originality and innovation in apparel design.

Translate concepts into refined sketches and tech packs with precision, handing over complete, accurate design packages to the development team within deadlines.

Good cross-functional collaboration and communication ensure shared creative ownership and in-house synergy.

Project & Workflow Management.

Enforce disciplined design processes that uphold quality, timelines, and creative integrity.

proactively address potential delays, ensuring flawless execution from concept to delivery.

Innovation & Market Insights

Conduct continuous trend research across sport culture and technology to ensure Adidas Sportswear stays culturally relevant and forward-thinking.

Integrate new materials, technologies, and sustainable innovations into the design process to future-proof product offerings.

Maintain a sharp understanding of the China consumer landscape, using those insights to influence design direction and product storytelling.

Key Relationships

Design Director / Senior Designers

Product Marketing

Product Development

Sourcing & Materials Teams

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Exceptional design sensibility with a keen eye for form, function, and aesthetic balance.

Expert-level proficiency in industry-standard design software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and etc.).

Strong storytelling and communication skills-both visually and verbally.

Understanding of product creation from concept through to production.

Proven ability to work in fast-paced environments and manage multiple priorities with agility.

Fluent in English (written and spoken); Mandarin proficiency is a plus.

Education & Experience

Degree in Fashion Design, Sportswear Design, or a related field-or equivalent industry experience.

6-8 years of proven design experience in outdoor brands, fashion, or sports industry.

Demonstrated success in owning and driving design projects end-to-end, with tangible impact on brand and business.

Experience working in or for the China market preferred.

Passion for sport, fashion, and innovation-and a strong belief in the Adidas brand mission.

AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE'S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.

COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..
OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.
INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.
TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.
INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company's standards.
RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.

At adidas, we strongly believe that embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into our culture and talent processes gives our employees a sense of belonging and our brand a real competitive advantage.- Culture Starts With People, It Starts With You -By recruiting talent and developing our people to reflect the rich diversity of our consumers and communities, we foster a culture of inclusion that engages our employees and authentically connects our brand with our consumers.Job Title: Designer Apparel Future of styleBrand:Location: ShanghaiTEAM: DesignState: SHCountry/Region: CNContract Type: Full timeNumber: 533131Date: Aug 12, 2025Find similar jobs:THROUGH SPORT, WE HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE LIVES. © 2020 adidas. All Rights Reserved.

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