Business Development Manager
adidas
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Dubai • United Arab Emirates
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About the role
- Partner with local GMs and cross-functional teams to develop market-specific growth plans, new business models, and commercial expansion strategies.
- Lead market opportunity assessments and business case development across new channels, partners, or concepts.
- Support execution of strategic priorities including DTC expansion, new partnerships, and cross-border enablement.
- Serve as a connector between HUB functions and country teams to accelerate decision-making and commercial readiness.
- Ensure all initiatives maintain a clear focus on profitability, working closely with Finance, Brand Teams, Commercial Teams and Markets to model impact.
- Provide regional leadership with insight and recommendations on market trends, consumer behavior, and commercial dynamics.
- Coordinate pilot projects and initiatives from concept to execution, tracking impact and aligning on long-term scale-up strategies.
- Track key KPIs and support commercial performance reporting to ensure visibility and alignment across the region.
Requirements
- University degree in Business, Strategy, Economics, or related field
- 4–7 years of experience in Business Development, Commercial Strategy, or Consulting
- Regional/multi-country exposure within Emerging Markets strongly preferred
- Experience in consumer goods, retail, or lifestyle brands is a plus
- Strong command of financial modelling and business case development
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
financial modellingbusiness case developmentmarket opportunity assessmentcommercial performance reporting
Soft Skills
leadershipstrategic thinkingdecision-makingcommunicationcollaboration