Adidas plans cuts affecting about half of its India Tech Hub workforce
Adidas has confirmed role reductions in its Gurugram technology organisation. Reports indicate roughly 350 of about 700 employees, including engineering and data teams, may be affected as work is consolidated across other hubs.
What happened
Adidas confirmed role reductions in its India technology organisation in Gurugram. Reports suggest about half of the roughly 700 Tech Hub staff, including
Key facts
- About 50% of employees may be affected
- Approximately 700 employees at Adidas India Tech Hub
- About 350 or more roles potentially affected
- 15 September town hall
- 15 December potential final working day for employees without redeployment
What changed
Adidas confirmed role reductions in its India technology organisation in Gurugram. Reports suggest about half of the roughly 700 Tech Hub staff, including engineering and data roles, could be affected as the company simplifies operations and shifts work to other hubs.
Why this matters
Adidas’ plan to cut roughly half of its India Tech Hub workforce signals a major operating-model reset that could streamline global platforms but heighten near-term delivery and morale risk.
What to watch
- Adidas disclosures on restructuring charges, expected annual savings and the target completion date.
- Whether the company confirms the affected headcount, functions and destination hubs for transferred work.
- Senior departures from the Gurugram technology organisation, particularly in engineering, data, product and cybersecurity.
- New outsourcing contracts or elevated contractor hiring by Adidas in India and other technology hubs.
- Signs of delayed app, e-commerce, loyalty, supply-chain or store-technology releases in India.