FashionUnited launches job board coverage for fashion and sportswear recruitment in China
According to FashionUnited, its Chinese job board now covers recruitment in fashion and sportswear across China, listing roles from product development and sourcing to brand, retail, and e-commerce. Shanghai has the most vacancies, with major brands like Nike, adidas, Puma, VF Corporation, Skechers, Deckers Brands, and Burberry recruiting, while domestic giants such as Anta, Li-Ning, Xtep and 361 Degrees also feature prominently. The report notes China’s manufacturing scale and growing online fashion demand, with online sales accounting for 26.1% of total retail in 2025, shaping hiring toward product development, sourcing, e-commerce, and brand/retail management; two entry routes are highlighted: sponsored specialist and management.
Key facts
- 01Shanghai has by far the most vacancies for fashion and sportswear roles in China.
- 02Global brands recruiting in China include Nike, adidas Group, Puma, VF Corporation, Skechers, Deckers Brands, and Burberry.
- 03Domestic giants Anta, Li-Ning, Xtep, and 361 Degrees are also active in hiring, particularly in design, merchandising and digital.
- 04Job roles span product development & sourcing, materials & footwear, merchandising & planning, retail operations, e-commerce & digital, brand & marketing, and sustainability & compliance.
- 05Online sales accounted for 26.1% of China’s total retail spending in 2025, shaping hiring toward product development, sourcing management, e-commerce, livestream, and direct-to-consumer retail.
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