Senior Manager Global Distribution Excellence - Automation & Technologies

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:In your role you will be responsible to co-create the adidas way of operating – develop our global operations standards and ensure adherence through our own and outsourced network in the Americas. Ultimately you will contribute to a performant distribution network, that drives best in class processes, delivers excellent service to our customers while driving a competitive cost base.Key Responsibilities• Operational Standards• Engage in the co-design of commons operational standards for adidas own and outsourced DCs incl. safety, security, sustainability, business continuity, etc. incl. control mechanismsOperations Excellence Roadmap• Support the Director Global Operations Excellence in the definition of regional DC excellence roadmaps in sync with adidas Supply Chain Strategy• Work with DC Managers and the regional Continuous Improvement lead to create and monitor annual DC improvement plans• Drive the annual demand process for DC Operations Excellence; develop business cases for efficiency initiatives in collaboration with financeOptimization & Innovation• Act as project manager for the implementation of global optimization initiatives incl. Labor Management system, Staffing solutions, Automation – secure resources, ensure on time in full delivery to operations• Identify, develop, plan and drive implementation of new global optimization initiatives incl. incubation, proof of concepts, vendor selection, roll-out• Engage with our strategic supplier network to discover new technologies, voice our needs, develop joint innovation roadmapsPerformance Data• Together with Finance and operations you will work on enhanced performance management mechanisms incl. consistent and relevant performance indicators and dashboards• In collaboration with the regional Continuous Improvement lead, support the management review processes related to DC efficiencyKey Relationships• Regional SCM Heads• Regional Continuous Improvement lead• Local DC Operations Management• Finance/Controlling• Regional Project Management team• Engineering and Tech teams• 3PL providers• Procurement• External consultants (as needed)Knowledge, Skills and Abilities• Good knowledge of warehouse operations• Strong project management capabilities• Knowledge of operational performance management, Lean, Continuous Improvement principles• Ability to lead and influence without formal reporting line• Pro-active (engaging & impact-oriented) mindset, ability to think end-to-end with a global mindset• Ability to think strategically, synthesize complex data and develop innovative solutions• Ability to be self-directed while working under tight deadlines• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with different international cultures• Strong communication, facilitation and presentation skills to all levels of the organization• Strong communication (both written and verbal) and facilitation skills (small and large groups) especially when interacting with different levels of business• Ability to travel, domestic or international, as required• Fluent English (verbal and written),• Strong MS-Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications• Four-year college or university degree with focus on Supply Chain Management• Good experience with Distribution Center processes; ideally worked in a DC or warehouse environment for minimum 4 years• Sound understanding of warehouse management (WMS) and labor management systemsDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion at adidas means championing individual uniqueness and cultivating a culture of belonging in which everyone can create at their best. We embrace diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and seek to create a workforce that reflects our consumers and communities.We officially returned to office in a hybrid work environment, working 3 days in office and 2 days remote. The working location of this position is Spartanburg, SC.Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English.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.ADIDAS CELEBRATES DIVERSITY, SUPPORTS INCLUSIVENESS AND ENCOURAGES INDIVIDUAL EXPRESSION IN OUR WORKPLACE. WE DO NOT TOLERATE THE HARASSMENT OR DISCRIMINATION TOWARD ANY OF OUR APPLICANTS OR EMPLOYEES. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.JOB TITLE:Senior Manager Global Distribution Excellence - Automation & TechnologiesBRAND:adidasLOCATION:SpartanburgTEAM:Global OperationsSTATE:SCCOUNTRY/REGION:USCONTRACT TYPE:Full timeNUMBER:513064DATE:Aug 22, 2024