Haddad Brands Europe, founded in 2017, specializes in the distribution of children’s apparel under exclusive licenses (Nike, Levi’s, Converse, Jordan, Lacoste…) across Europe.
Operational for 9 years, the company has experienced remarkable growth and now counts over 500 employees throughout Europe.
We distribute our products both through wholesale, working with major multi-brand and specialized retailers, and through retail, via our corners in leading department stores.
In concrete terms, this means that if you purchase children’s apparel (0–7 years for Nike, 0–16 years for Levi’s, Converse, and Jordan), whether in a physical store, online, in the Netherlands, the UK, Italy, or anywhere else in Europe, the product you’re holding has gone through us — even if you bought it in an official Nike or Levi’s store!
We are currently looking for an AI & Digital Innovation Specialist.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
AI Strategy & Innovation
Identify, assess, and prioritize high-value AI use cases across all business functions.
Develop the AI roadmap in alignment with business objectives and digital transformation initiatives.
Monitor emerging AI technologies and recommend opportunities for innovation.
Solution Design & Implementation
Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered solutions using Microsoft Copilot, Azure AI Services, Large Language Models (LLMs), and Power Platform.
Build intelligent assistants, copilots, automation workflows, and analytics solutions.
Integrate AI capabilities with existing business applications (D365, Salesforce, Power BI, SharePoint, Teams, etc.).
Business Partnership
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business challenges and translate them into practical AI use cases.
Facilitate workshops and discovery sessions to identify opportunities for productivity improvements.
Define KPIs and measure business value generated by AI initiatives.
Governance & Compliance
Ensure AI solutions comply with company security, governance, data privacy, and Responsible AI principles.
Contribute to AI governance frameworks, standards, and best practices.
Work closely with IT, Security, and Data teams to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
Adoption & Change Management
Promote AI adoption through communication, training sessions, user coaching, and documentation.
Act as an internal AI evangelist and trusted advisor for business users.
Support users in maximizing the value of AI solutions and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
3+ years of experience in Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Automation, or Digital Transformation.
Strong understanding of Generative AI, Machine Learning, and Large Language Models (LLMs).
Experience with Microsoft Copilot, Azure AI Services, Claude, or similar AI platforms.
Strong business analysis and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
Ability to explain complex AI concepts to non-technical audiences.
Fluent English required; French is a plus.
Always ready to get hands-on when needed, whether it's setting up a workstation or investigating a Agent or IA solution issue.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience on Microsoft Data & Analytics Expertise, with Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, and modern data architectures (Lakehouse, Data Warehouse, Real-Time Analytics).
Experience with Microsoft Purview for data governance, data quality, and compliance.
Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Copilot Studio).
Experience with Python, SQL, APIs, and cloud technologies.
Understanding of ERP, Supply Chain, Retail, environments.
Experience leading AI adoption or change management initiatives.
EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:
Start date: As soon as possible (ASAP)
Location: Position based in Saint-Denis, next to the Stade de France and a 5-minute walk from the RER B station.
BENEFITS:
Company health insurance (60% employer-funded)
50% reimbursement of public transportation costs or access to private parking
Employee sales
Works council (CSE) benefits (discounts and gift vouchers)
Meal vouchers
WellPass (Gymlib) membership
On-site gym (€12/month membership) and wellness facilities
Profit-sharing bonus
Access to a childcare (daycare) place
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Haddad is a privately held family business with 100 years’ experience in the children’s apparel & accessories industry. A leader in the children’s wear industry, Haddad Brands is the exclusive global licensee for the most iconic brands in the world, which include Nike, Jordan, Converse, Hurley, Levi’s, Polo, Abercrombie and Fitch, Lacoste, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and Huggies. Supported by a team of professionals skilled in design, sourcing, production, sales, marketing & distribution of premium quality children’s wear, Haddad distributes globally to 100+ countries and maintains sales and sourcing offices in 22 cities globally, including New York, Paris, Hilversum, Shanghai, Egypt, Bangkok, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, London and Montreal.
Mission Statement
To serve our global consumers and respected brand partners with integrity, passion, and purpose.
Vision:
To be the best and most respected kids company in the world!
