Job Description

PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANIZATION:




Manage and deliver projects for HR function and act as strategic advisor for People elements of cross-functional initiatives. Support the development and execution of the HR and People Strategy with a focus on managing specific projects within the HR project portfolio



KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:





PROJECT MANAGEMENT



Plan and lead projects from ideation to successful delivery in line with a new People Strategy and HR roadmap Manage every aspect of a project, including its planning, communication, risk assessment, and resources. Ensure full understanding of project scope to be able to design detailed project plans. Establish realistic goals and implement action plans for achieving set objectives Ensure availability of financial, material and human resources required to successfully complete a project Offer effective solutions in meeting set targets and satisfying business requirements Develop and implement project management programs which contain the details of a project Guide and direct project team members to ensure compliance with set standards, procedures, and guidelines for the flawless execution of project Manage the execution and completion of the defined project plan through effectively managing people, resources, and budget. Ensure resource availability and allocation Oversee the recruiting and orienting of project personnel to ensure a capable workforce Evaluate the progress of a project to detect limitations or faults in order to seek solutions to a more efficient process Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget Monitor the project variables (cost, effort, scope, etc.) against the project plan to implement corrective or preventative actions. Establish risk management to minimize and mitigate project risks; report and escalate to sponsors as needed Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques Develop internal communication strategies useful in ensuring communication between various departments of an organization Ensure compliance to project management standards, e.g. -PM methodology Establish and execute the project governance and present the project status to the steering committee and other relevant stakeholders Understand interdependencies between technology, operations and business needs; escalate dependency issues and co-create solutions Explore and identify use cases and opportunities in the utilization of Gen AI within the wider HR system and process landscape and project manage their implementations Drive and collaborate with HR stakeholders to ensure seamless integrations of new AI tools technologies into existing HR systems and workflows. Stay informed on emerging trends in Gen AI and assess their potential impact on HR programs and employee experience. Create transparency across key initiatives within the HR and People Strategies (i.e., about project goals, benefits, status quo vs. initial roadmap, resource bottlenecks etc.) Receive demand for & drive assessment of need for new initiatives, support from ideation to scoping management Conduct feasibility studies and oversee the selection of vendors Provide ad-hoc support for HR Leadership As needed, prepare annual budgets, schedule expenditure, and initiate corrective action to meet financial objectives




KEY RELATIONSHIPS:



HR Senior Leadership Team HR Partners Tech GBS Communications Talent Acquisition Finance Program Board Coordination Board




KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:



Strong project management skills & ability to coordinate cross-functional project teams from concept to implementation, ideally on an international scale Proven leader with experience leading complex teams Excellent problem-solving skills; demonstrate the ability to apply project management principles and methodologies in seeking solutions to project problems. Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills across all levels Creative mind with story-telling skills; able to develop effective communication materials to support change management activities for our portfolio Demonstrated awareness and curiosity of Generative AI technologies and their potential applications in HR and how to translate it into practical solutions Specific Gen AI skills include use case identification, prompt engineering, tool familiarity, ethical AI awareness, and change enablement Strong strategic and tactical skills with the ability to focus on the details Excellent execution skills Customer/Consumer focus, service-mindset Experience working across multiple cultures; demonstrates global thinking International, cross-functional and intercultural experience Strong networking skills Fluent in English; ideally in other languages as well




REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:




A degree from an accredited college or university Project management certification or demonstrated project management skills and experience Experience in area of digital HR with the implementation of the HCM system preferred Minimum 6-8 years progressive working experience in fast moving goods industry and/or consulting background Track record in project management and change management, preferably on a global scale in the HR space Experience in implementing Generative AI technologies is highly desirable.




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:
Senior Project Manager HR Programs (m/f/d)
BRAND:
LOCATION:
Herzogenaurach
TEAM:
General Management & Business Development
STATE:
BY
COUNTRY/REGION:
DE
CONTRACT TYPE:
Full time
NUMBER:
530613
DATE:
Jun 24, 2025