Senior Specialist Product Supply jobs at Adidas in Italy

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization

• This position is responsible for financial planning & analysis for Retail, eCom and Wholesale.
• Manages and guides the budget, forecasting and consolidation processes for the company.
  • The cornerstone activity of this role is driving consistency and alignment of planning, reporting, timeline and methodology for the company in alignment with globally defined planning processes.
  • In addition, cross-functional activities such as establishing a consistent reporting environment and optimizing management decisions to maximize profitability are key responsibilities of this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive fiscal year of Retail, eCom and Wholesale profit maximization through providing business performance transparency and identify issues.
• Develop and update SBP financial goals highlighting key strategic action points.
• Active communication and issue solution with internal & external to optimize their satisfaction with service provided.
• Drive Financial planning alignment among Retail, eCom & Wholesale and category.
• Manage the analysis of monthly financial result and provide consolidation report to Group Finance in collaboration with each channel, brands and Demand planning.
• Manage Sales Working Budget (SWB) of channels for budget control and ROI evaluation.
• Develops and monitors key KPIs for ad-hoc, short- and long-term planning in line with global standards.
• Enhance KPI related data accuracy including Store Traffic data to support Consumer Direct and Wholesale to work on action plan.
• Manage Monthly Forecasting Process in strong collaboration with commercial finance counterparts.
• Build up the relationship with Retail, eCom and Wholesale leadership to analyse, design and execute pricing strategies to maximize profitability and optimal product mix.
• Drive the constructive debate with Demand Planning to ensure we are in right position in early states (IBP vs. RFC).
• Drive continuous improvement in application of KPIs such as margin and OWC (Operating Working Capital).
• Conduct full compliance to the LPM in all related area and enforce the policy in operation.
• Provide leadership through effective motivation, coaching, training, and development of personnel in the team.
• Plays a key role in the strategic planning forecasting and decision making to ensure that business goals are met by regularly using the data of company sales, full Profit and Loss, costs, margins and other key financial data available

Key Relationships

• Superior
• Retail, eCom, Wholesale, Brands
• Global Finance & GBS Controlling
• Demand Planning

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Complete familiarity with Microsoft office, SAP, Power BI or equivalent tools
• High degree of commercial and business acumen knowledge to challenge and drive consensus among Retail, eCom & Wholesale
• Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., relationship management, facilitation)
• Strong analytical skills
• Proven methodological skills (e.g., data analysis, trend forecasting)
• Understanding on GTM process & Pricing strategic to maximize company profit.
• Proven leadership and managerial skills
• Solid accounting skills and experience
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting or adequate education
• Minimum 9 years of financial planning experience
• Preferable experience in the sport or clothing industry

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:

purchasing expertise for EMC market to maintain an On Time Arrival (OTA) and On Time in Full

(OTIF) supply of orders while considering logistical restrictions and the individual Market Targets.

The role will streamline Order Management as a process ensuring best practices are followed for

return to brand and minimize overall Supply Chain costs. The role will also be responsible for

supporting Demand Planning (Consolidation) on seasonal demand as well as Inventory Days

Lasting (IDL) & Inventory management targets of EM Central.

Key Responsibilities:

* Drives key buy initiatives and provide Senior Management with status reports

* Executes forecast and purchase process (SP forecasting) to determine appropriate quantities to

meet the demand for each individual category; Accountable to influence the appropriate

* Ensures that pre-season landed cost analysis is executed correctly with updated parameters,

* Monitors the right products are procured at the right time in right quantity in alignment with Global

Supply Planning and Market Logistics to achieve the required On Time Availability (OTA)

performance KPI’s

* Tracks purchasing KPI’s - ensuring the highest sales order and forecast coverage against Purchase

* Identify critical supply chain constraints and determine actions to overcome supply problems of

critical products (i.e., airfreight, push / pull PODD dates)

* Responsible for supporting / complementing Demand Planning teams on delivering the IDL

targets of EMC by controlling buying volumes, ex-factory dates and relevant push / pull activities

* Responsible for supporting the Traffic Light reporting

* ADHOC exception management reporting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Expert in order management and Supply planning.

* Strong analytical skills and data driven decision making

* Ability to deliver good results under pressure, accepting and meeting critical deadlines

* Ability to #CreateTheNew by challenging the status-quo

* Ability to act as a catalyst in Change Management projects/initiatives

* Motivated team player and willing to learn,

Senior Specialist Product Supply – P1

▪ Strong and proven analytical and communication skills with attention to details

▪ Experienced in logistics and supply chain management as well as project management

is a plus)

▪ Strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to lead and influence

discussions in

diverse groups of varying size (internal & external)

▪ English speaking and writing

You’ll be joining our Stockport

Skills you’ll need:

Our jobs are very competitive and we’re lucky enough to be able to invite the best candidates in the industry to interview, please read below and apply only if you bring the following:

• A passion for Sport and an excellent attitude, work ethic and desire to collaborate with others
• A natural desire to innovate, own business processes and drive continuous improvement
• A keen eye for detail who prides themselves on timely and accurate information
• Strong financial acumen
• Advanced skills in MS Office, particularly Excel, as well as SAP S/4HANA, SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC), and Power BI

To ensure everyone feels welcome we endeavour to accommodate everyone at all stages of the application and interview process. Should you need it, please let your recruitment partner know and they will be more than happy to help.

Additional Benefits:

Leading pension scheme, performance related bonus, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Bupa health insurance & Westfield cash plan, generous employee discount and world-class gym facilities on-site at Manchester HQ or Gym contributions for our London colleagues.

Responsibilities:

• Part of the Product Supply Interface organization, including executing direction and day-to-day management of performance and development activities
• Follow Product Supply Interface drumbeat to create transparency of Availability (including key product launches) to the various levels of the organization
• Drive decision making and action to mitigate risks and maximize opportunities with business partners.
• Translate commercial needs related to availability and inventory into Supply Chain requirements/solutions.
• Collaborate with Demand Planning and market Supply Chain Management to manage buying volume in line with the input demand plan and Integrated Business Planning guidance
• Drive market review of parameters and planning tactics to support optimized availability
• Maintain and governcross-department/function Processes and Policies to deliver business quality and control
• Actively manage and coach team, setting objectives, providing feedback and supporting personal growth and development

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Process improvement oriented.
• Service-minded and consumer/customer oriented
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Team player and effective collaborator
• Good communication skills and personal presence, with proven ability to interact, influence and convince at management level

• Good knowledge of MS Office (advanced MS Excel skills), PBI and SAP
• Fluent in English, additional language is a plus

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in supply chain management or in the areas of business administration, logistics, planning, information systems. Master's degree is a plus
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain management, operations or planning, preferably in the Accessories, Apparel or Footwear industries
• Leadership experience is a plus

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization

• Act as the South Korea Rewards Partner, collaborating with HR and Business Stakeholders on all total rewards matters (Compensation, Benefits, Cross-Border Employment). Drive implementation and compliance with Global & Local Rewards policies, programs, and tools, ensuring local governance. Provide market insights to the Rewards community, drive impactful changes and facilitate communication with internal and external clients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead all HR Rewards activities for South Korea, including Compensation, Benefits, Cross-Border Employment, and HR Systems support, ensuring successful execution of global programs as well as local initiatives.
• Implement global Rewards policies & procedures, incorporating necessary local addendums
• Represent South Korea within the global Rewards community, providing input on program design and ensuring local alignment/coordination of global initiatives.
• Initiate and negotiate improvements to Rewards processes, tools, and programs
• Ensure compliance with all relevant tax, social security laws, internal policies, and Service Level Agreements
• Own communication and training for all Rewards topics for stakeholders in South Korea.
• Monitor statutory regulations, internal policies, and market trends to identify and implement necessary adjustments ensuring legal compliance and policy adherence, providing insights and analysis to both global rewards network and local HR
• Partner with GBS & CBE Teams to support both local and international employees according to policy, implementing local requirements (tax, social security, etc.)
• Partner with HRD and ER to facilitate work union negotiation on Rewards relevant topics

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

• HR Rewards Lead GCA / JP / SK
• HR adidas South Korea (HR Business Partner, Employee Relations, etc)
• GBS & HR Services
• Cross-Border Employment
• Finance (FP&A), Legal, Taxes
• Governmental institutions and authorities
• External consultants

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High level of analytical skills, good level of dealing with numbers
• Customer oriented, approachable and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent command of local language and English
• A good team player with supervisory and management skills
• Good knowledge of local labour law and social security regulations, tax knowledge as a plus
• International mindset

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree or equivalent
• 8+ years of overall work experience in HR with a focus on Rewards / C&B in international Companies with matrix structures
• Project Management experience, payroll experience as a plus

Contribute to meeting or exceeding store sales and profit targets by:

• Passionately inspiring consumer loyalty to the brand
• Diligently executing store operations, with a special focus on selected functional areas Providing support and feedback to Retail Professionals

Key Responsibilities:

• Be aware of store sales and KPI targets, as well as individual performance targets, take ownership over them and effectively use all available store resources to meet or exceed them
• Be a role model for customer service and meeting or exceeding customers’ expectations
• Be a Brand Ambassador, consistently exhibiting the Brand Attitude and Values
• Adhere to all established policies and procedures
• Make yourself available to support other team members when needed

• Design and hand-painting custom artwork on shoes, including sneakers, boots, and dress shoes.
• Consult with clients to understand their design preferences, themes, and desired outcomes.
• Prepare and prime footwear surfaces to ensure durability and adherence of paints or other materials.
• Use various artistic tools (paint, airbrush, markers, embroidery, fabric) to apply unique designs.
• Stay up to date with fashion trends, sneaker culture, and popular design techniques.
• Collaborate with own creatives, brands, or influencers on custom design projects.
• Maintain a portfolio of work and document the creative process for marketing and promotional use.
• Manage timelines, orders, and customer expectations effectively.
• Seek coaching and learning opportunities to continually improve your performance

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in shoe art, customization, or footwear design (portfolio required).
• Skilled in a range of artistic techniques (painting, sewing, sculpting, etc.).
• Familiarity with footwear construction and materials.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, experimental environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for creative expression.
• Experience with digital fabrication tools (e.g., laser cutter, vinyl cutter, 3D printer) is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Skills:

• Background in fashion, industrial design, fine arts, or a related field.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices in design and fabrication.
• Experience leading or assisting in creative workshops or public demos.

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:

Responsible for managing the partnership between SCM and Wholesale. It becomes the key SCM interface for business, coordinating the complete process from sales order entry to on time delivery of all products to wholesale customers whilst ensuring a dependable, sufficient, and competitive advantage in supply chain management.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Account and Sales Operations, Sales teams and SCM to understand priorities and addressing issues, risks & opportunities
• Assist in process standardization solutions
• Support order book conversion by evaluating speed and availability drivers and ensuring maximum stock allocation and on-time delivery for wholesale customers
• Investigate and address gaps between actual delivery performance and targeted performance, optimizing productivity levels and driving order book conversion
• Ensure order book execution, issue resolution, and product availability integrity, while delivering transparency to relevant stakeholders
• Provide customer and zone centric KPI transparency and business insights to stakeholders
• Support service excellence to all relevant interfaces to ensure smooth hard, focus and strategic launch processing
• Provide visibility of order book status and assist in proposing corrective actions
• Execution on all sales order book related queries channeled via centralized mailbox (point of contact from Sales/Account and Sales Operations and Distribution Centers)
• Monitor outbound order book of delivery note creation/transfer with potential delays and take appropriate actions (DN prioritization, max DN qty, BID, PGI, Credit etc.)
• Secure handling, availability and on time order book conversion related to seasonal peak management activities
• Secure order book compliance with business rules and policies
• Develop strong relationships with wholesale Account & Sales Operations, Sales and Order Fulfillment teams and support them with specific requirements, collaborating with global partners to provide optimal solutions
• Participate in workshops/trainings for system upgrades and support regression testing, including key user responsibilities for SAP/ Power BI testing and system functionalities
• Supporting the Teamlead Customer Fulfillment in coordinating special handling for new requests
• Day to day interaction with stakeholder base
• Service delivery by agreed SLA
• Responsible for creation and distribution of operational reports

Key Relationships:

• Account & Sales Operations, Sales and Finance
• Other Supply Chain Management functions (Product Supply, Order Fulfillment, Local Customer Fulfillment, DC Ops etc.)
• IT
• Distribution Centers

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong service-oriented mindset and a focus on meeting consumer/customer needs in the supply chain context
• Team player
• Proficiency in analytical thinking and problem-solving to address complex challenges in supply chain operations
• Understanding of cost considerations and their impact on sales generation within the supply chain process
• Autonomous and independent working style
• Comfort with learning and utilizing internal systems and software applications specific to supply chain management
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Basic level of familiarity with SAP-AFS (SD module)
• Fluency in English; proficiency in an additional language is advantageous in a global supply chain environment

Requisite Education and Experience/Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of mandatory education level or vocational studies. Bachelor's degree is a plus.
• 1-3 years of experience in providing supply chain management support in the field of operations, fulfillment or logistics, preferably in the Accessories, Apparel or Footwear industries