PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANIZATION

 

Unique opportunity to contribute to shape adidas distribution strategy globally.

The Senior Project Manager Global Network Planning is a key role in adidas Global Supply Chain, which contributes to ensuring adidas Group distribution network develops in line with our business growth and that it provides us with a competitive edge. This is achieved through driving supply chain network studies, in close collaboration with Market and Global functions.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Lead Network Studies & Capacity checks for individual countries and actively support Director of Network Planning during regional network projects & programs Develop Network recommendations in close partnership with market SCM & Global partners Develop & improve Network simulation models Coordinate business case development & “Make or Buy” (insource / outsource) evaluation in collaboration with Finance, Global partners, and Market CSM Prepare & deliver presentation to Senior Management summarizing outcome of Studies to enable decision making Finalize all activities across the projects/programs while ensuring key tasks are handed over and documents are approved, completed, maintained, and stored appropriately Initiate & support continuous improvement activities aiming at improving network team efficiency, competencies, and scope Gain understanding of Inbound, customs, distribution, deployment, and transportation capabilities across adidas markets Act as a trusted partner to supply chain teams and other global functions; Provide ad-hoc support and insights where needed

 

 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

 

Market & Regional Supply Chain Market & Global Finance Global Distribution, Outbound & Deployment Global Non-Trade Procurement Global IT & Tech Distribution

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

 

Creative and analytical. You can think strategically to break down complexity by analysing and synthesizing complex data sets into a simple storyline An engaging personality, a team builder and networker. You are used to different styles, preferences, cultures, and have demonstrated the ability to lead several cross-functional projects simultaneously Strong interpersonal skills paired with being a good communicator. You can read between the lines and listen/react to things that are not being said, and you are comfortable interacting with senior management Self-directed and impact oriented. You think end-to-end and are comfortable with shifting priorities, deadlines, and keep calm under pressure Don't shy away from problems and/or conflicts, contrary you speak up, have an opinion and a sociable can-do attitude Experienced Supply Chain professional. You have good knowledge on warehousing, deployment, transportation, and Inventory management Proven track records on wide areas of tools (MS-Excel/PowerPoint, Llamasoft or similar supply chain design tools, Smartsheet, PowerBi, Project Management tools) You own your development and believe in lifelong learning

 

 

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

 

Four-year college or university degree with focus on Supply Chain Management Minimum 4+ year experience within project management, strategy, operations, network planning in SCM preferable Strong experience managing complex projects related to warehousing, distribution, transportation or process re-engineering. Project management certification an advantage