Purpose

The HR Business Partner leads human resources initiatives for multiple departments at adidas, including Originals, Basketball, and Partnerships. This role encompasses team performance, employee engagement, talent development, recruitment, rewards, employee relations, and immigration/mobility. Partnering with the HR Director, this position helps implement HR strategies that align with the company’s mission. The goal is to foster a culture of achievement, inclusion, and respect while enabling employees to reach their full potential and supporting the business effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise management and employees on HR matters, such as employee relations, performance management, and policy compliance.
• Support organizational design and training needs, delivering appropriate resources to meet business goals.
• Collaborate with managers to develop high-performing teams, focusing on engagement, accountability, and talent management.
• Partner with the Talent team to build pipelines of diverse, top-tier talent for workforce planning and succession needs.
• Communicate the company’s mission, values, and objectives to employees through targeted programs.
• Coordinate resources to execute HR strategies effectively.
• Work closely with HR colleagues to align on administrative support for employees, including performance reviews, recruitment, and benefits.
• Drive cultural change initiatives in collaboration with the HR Director.

Key Relationships

• HR Managers and Specialists (Local and Regional)
• Department Leaders and Client Groups
• Talent Acquisition and Partnering Teams
• Compensation and Benefits Teams
• Legal and Controlling Departments

Skills and Competencies

• Proven ability to influence senior leaders on team dynamics and HR strategies.
• Expertise in diagnosing organizational needs and implementing effective solutions.
• Strong business judgment and alignment of HR initiatives with business goals.
• Solid experience in employee relations and organizational development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to connect at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools; SAP HR knowledge is an advantage.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of progressive HR experience, preferably in multinational or matrixed organizations.
• Familiarity with diversity, equity, and inclusion principles, and experience in global partnerships is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

adidas provides competitive pay and benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) with HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 401(k) and Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid parental leave, adoption, fertility, and surrogate support.
• Generous paid time off, including 11 holidays and milestone service leave.
• Education assistance and opportunities for career growth.
• Annual bonus eligibility tied to company and individual performance.

Base salary range: $126,155–$157,665 (dependent on experience and qualifications).

Work arrangement: Hybrid—3 days in the office (Los Angeles, California), 2 days remote.

adidas Core Values

To succeed at adidas, employees embody the athlete’s mindset through the following values:

• Courage: Proactively address opportunities and challenges.
• Ownership: Take initiative and follow through with responsibility.
• Innovation: Continuously improve processes and test new ideas.
• Teamplay: Foster collaboration and collective success.
• Integrity: Adhere to the company’s standards and hold others accountable.
• Respect: Value and include all voices, demonstrating empathy and dignity.