Adidas ARCHITECT/ INTERIOR ARCHITECT 

United States, California, Antioch 

931855206

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the continuous development of the adidas Workplace Concept (aWC), based on the principles of Arrive, Perform, and Recover.
• Collaborate with regional teams to ensure global alignment in workplace design and support the launch of new projects with consistent standards and practices.
• Measure the success and impact of workplace initiatives on employee engagement and performance.
• Foster Communities of Practice to drive continuous learning and regional involvement in the evolution of the aWC.
• Implement workplace experience strategies, concepts, and rollout plans, including insights from change and activation management.
• Partners with project teams align workplace design with business strategy.
• Position adidas as a “Best Place to Work” by continuously improving workspaces and services using industry data, research, and best practices.
• Develop and support the implementation of spatial and design concepts in markets and regions.
• Ensure workplace safety in line with global and regional requirements.
• Promote data collection and quality in accordance with global standards.
• Create business cases to support investment transparency and KPI tracking.
• Manage performance and contracts of external vendors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders.
• Stay informed on industry trends through networking and participation in relevant conferences, contributing to knowledge sharing and talent pipeline development.

Key Interfaces

• Global and regional Workplaces teams
• Digital Workplaces & Tech
• HR functions (e.g., HR Strategy, Talent Acquisition, DE&I)
• Brand functions (e.g., Consumer Insights, Brand Design)
• Corporate Communications
• Non-Trade Procurement
• Retail Real Estate Design Team
• Local and global leadership
• Local authorities
• External consultants, project managers, architects, and contractors

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Passion for sport and alignment with adidas’ brand values
• Strategic mindset with a strong ability to execute
• Ability to work both creatively and analytically
• Strong design skills in both architecture and interior design, with a focus on brand integration
• Agility in navigating a constantly evolving environment
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and understand external business drivers
• Track record of delivering complex, multicultural, cross-functional projects
• Deep understanding of the dynamics within a global organization
• High level of employee-centric thinking
• Excellent communication and influencing skills at all levels
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); German is a plus
• Willingness to travel internationally (approx. 25%)

Education & Experience

• Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or equivalent professional experience
• Extensive experience working on global projects and with international teams
• Minimum 5 years of experience in architecture or interior design
• Strong expertise in workplace design and adjacent areas
• Good expertise in retail and showroom design, with brand integration