Process Automation Developer jobs at Adidas in Netherlands, Amsterdam

• Develop and optimize end-to-end financial processes and solutions within the R2R stream.

• Drive process standardisation, automation, and efficiency initiatives using Lean Methodology.

• Support IFRS implementation, data analytics, and financial reporting standardisation.

• Lead or participate in medium-sized projects to enhance financial operations and compliance.

• Implement and manage R2R technology solutions such as SAP FI/CO, BSR, ARIBA, SmartClose, and HighRadius.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and process excellence.

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, regulatory requirements, and corporate finance policies.

• Provide expertise in accounting, tax processes, inter-company reconciliation, and financial primary data governance.

• Proficient spoken and written command of English (mandatory).

• Degree in Business Administration, IT, Finance, or a related field.

• 5-7 years of experience in finance, accounting, or shared service environments.

• Strong understanding of IFRS accounting standards and financial reporting processes.

• Experience with SAP FI/CO and financial automation tools.

• Analytical mindset with expertise in process design, data governance, and compliance.

• Strong stakeholder management, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Project management experience and ability to work in a dynamic, international environment.

• Experience in shared service center organisations (preferential).

• Knowledge of regional and global financial market landscapes (preferential).

• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package.

• Hybrid work policy and flexible working hours.

• Sports and work-life balance incentives.

• Opportunities for upskilling and career growth, both locally and internationally.

• A diverse and inclusive work environment.

• State-of-the-art office spaces and modern work conditions.

Note: this is a 1-year temporary role.

Purpose:Responsible for daily operations functions within the DC. Direct the workflow in and around the Case Reserve department to include product flow. to and from Case Reserve in a safe and effective manner, while properly directing associates to complete assigned tasks. Responsible for continually improving the processes of the facility to increase the overall effectiveness of the operation. This role requires an effective professional communicator (verbal & written), professional team player and must work well with others, must have excellent prioritizing skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting leaders with the information
• Release wave by wave type individually in -non sort
• Ensuring no waves are locked
• Enter & track waves on the pass down as they are dropped & processed
• If opening multiple waves of same type assign task to drivers
• Assign drivers to work profile.
• Knowledge of understanding when to wave profile allows zone picking
• Manage sla locations
• IBPD
• Tracking LM printing reports
• Responding to all emails in a timely manner
  • Repicks
  • QA/IC
  • Inbound
  • Mezzanine
  • Sorter
  • Returns/Rework etc
• Ensure Repicks & trouble tasks are picked in a timely fashion
• Utilize the staffing model throughout the day
• Communicating with shipping on dedicated flow
• Assigning runners to transport & pack out dedicated (lead)
• Managing putaway flow
• Check for trouble task after every wave is dropped
• Ensure a good flow of cases are at case break areas
• Provide details on missed cases (lead)
• Validating cases are 100% picked and in drop zone as we are completing
• Support pulling or put away when needed
• Check each picked wave ensuring it's completely completed prior to stating its closed. No cases are systemically showing left in location
• Always ensure there are no loose pairs lying around either desk at shifts end, leave the area clean and ready for the incoming shift

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication in English
• Ability to work collaboratively within a large group of co-workers
• Positive and enthusiastic approach
• Strong knowledgeof DC operations, including storage methodsand material flow
• Performance and metrics driven mindset
• Excel, Outlook, Word and working knowledge of WMS principles

• Regularly required to talk or hear; stand or walk; use fingers, hands and arms to feel, handle, grip, grasp, lift, push and pull for up to ten (10) hours/day
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment
• Abilityto reliably attend work/scheduled hours
• Occasionally required to sit; bending, twisting, climb or balance;lift and carry items such as boxes weighing up to forty (40) pounds;and stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Minimum of (1) year related distribution experience and/or training

• We embrace diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives and seek to create a workforce that reflects our consumers and communities.
• adidas offers robust and progressive medical, including HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer funding or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, adoption, with surrogate and fertility support, short and long-term disability, and basic life and AD&D insurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage. Employees are able to enroll in adidas’ 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match. Full-time employees are eligible for education assistance and generous Leave policies including 14 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Employees are eligible to earn​an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance.​Employees accrue prorated flexible time off in the amount​.4388​hours per day that increases with years of service,​twelve​paid holidays throughout the calendar year and Service Time Off during milestone years.
• Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English.

: This position will support all MFG departments with procurement matters as well as monitoring, maintaining, and improving MFG floor processes.

• Purchasing and purchase order tracking for MFG.
• Align with Procurement to ensure all processes and procedures are followed.
• Assist with MFG process audits, coaching, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with MFG research, including grid/inventory issues and the make-up and BTS processes.
• Daily and weekly data entry related to MFG departments.
• Serve as the primary backup for the Sr. Manufacturing Analyst and Manufacturing Administrative Analyst.

• All MFG departments at adidas INDY
• Procurement & Finance
• Inventory Control
• External Vendors

• Must possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Must have good math sense and high level of accuracy.
• Must have strong problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Must have MS OFFICE computer skills, especially MS Excel.
• Must have good organization skills.

• An Associates degree in business related discipline is desired or 5 years of equivalent experience in administrative support will be considered.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?

• Act as Global Process Owner for B2B Pricing and Trade Term Management within the O2C stream.
• Design and enhance Condition Contract Management (CCM) processes in SAP S/4HANA for rebates, on-invoice and off-invoice discounts, ensuring flawless process execution.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders (Sales Directors) to align pricing and contract agreements, ensuring consistency between ERP design and market requirements.
• Lead the replication of agreed processes from ERP enhancements across multiple countries and regions.
• Drive process standardization, simplification, and automation initiatives globally.
• Conduct GAP analysis, propose solutions, and prioritize system enhancements.
• Manage rollouts to new countries as the primary contact for process improvements and system enhancements.
• Partner with Corporate Finance, Sales Operations, and Tech Delivery Hubs to ensure data quality, compliance, and internal controls.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Proficient spoken and written command of English.
• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related fields.
• 8+ years of experience in O2C processes with a focus on Trade Term and Pricing Management, Rebates, and Contract Management .
• Solid understanding of SAP SD and FI modules, preferably with hands-on experience in S/4HANA Conditional Contract Management (CCM) .
• Experience in large-scale ERP rollouts and business transformation projects.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, especially in collaborating with Sales and Finance teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to challenge stakeholders and simplify complex processes .
• Experience in Lean Six Sigma methodologies and digital transformation (preferential).
• Ability to say no and challenge business requirements when necessary to enforce standardization.

WHAT ARE WE OFFERING?

• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package.
• Hybrid work policy and flexible working hours.
• Sports and work-life balance incentives.
• Upskilling and internal growth opportunities (local and international).
• International and diverse work environment.
• State-of-the-art office space and conditions.

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:

Our Global Business Services (GBS) is the nexus of innovation, operational excellence, and digital transformation. We strive to elevate user experiences through standardized, cutting-edge automated solutions that promote efficiency, agility, and informed decision-making across various functions and markets. As a Process Automation Developer within our Automation Centre of Excellence (CoE), you will play a crucial role in enhancing our business processes through the usage of automation technologies. You will contribute to our overarching goal of elevating efficiency and reducing complexity across various functions by developing and maintaining automation solutions that are in sync with our digital transformation strategy.

This position demands technical acumen, creative problem-solving, and a collaborative spirit. You will work under the guidance of senior staff to craft and refine automation systems, making a direct impact on the organization's productivity and service quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business analyst and stakeholders to understand process requirements and contribute to the full lifecycle of automation projects.
• Support senior developers in the design and architecture of scalable automation solutions.
• Develop, implement, and test solutions in alignment with enterprise system and security requirements.
• Make the best usage of different technologies to create effective end-to-end process automated solutions.
• Uphold best practices in coding, testing, and deployment strategies, under senior guidance.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance technical documentation, including process design documents, solution architecture, and test scripts.
• Participate in technical reviews, code walkthroughs, ensuring best practices are maintained.
• Collaborate with IT and operations teams to ensure successful deployment and operational integration of automation solutions.
• Assist in monitoring the performance of automation systems, contributing to improvement initiatives.
• Engage in operational support tasks, addressing and resolving issues within the automation portfolio.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in automation technologies and tools, proactively recommending improvements to enhance the automation capabilities of the team.

Key Relationships:

• Cross-functional GBS Operations Teams
• Global Process Owner
• GBS Operational Excellence Team
• Tech and Global IT

Requisite Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding and hands-on experience with UiPath and MS Power Platforms (Power Automate, Power Apps).
• Plus, if experience with coding languages like Python or C#
• Plus, if familiarity with system integration through REST APIs.
• Plus, if experience with database technologies and query languages like SQL.
• Awareness of OCR technologies and document processing.
• Knowledge of version control systems such as Git.
• Knowledge of software design principles.
• Familiarity in Agile methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality automation solutions.

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Data Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• About 5+ years of overall professional experience, with 2+ years of experience in process automation or related technology fields.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in Agile software development methodologies.
• Good communication and teamwork capabilities.

:GCA

Direct reporting line: VP CCA

Indirect reporting line

: China

Disciplines:

• CCA: Reflect all strategic initiatives in process landscape (BL3, CMA, LECT, DC E2E, CCA, Creation Infrastructure, Range Architecture, 6-2-1, KAIM, AC, Innovation / Futures, Consumer Obsession, Holistic Input, Mktg Excellence)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all CCA Brand Creation Operations and Process.
• Lead the implementation and optimization of business process models for Product Marketing, Go-To-Market (GTM), Brand and Sports Marketing.
• Drive an effective working relationship across the GTM and CREATION environment.
• Lead calendar and process alignment for a sub-brand including process/ system integration.
• Create and update parameters for calendar management for the respective sub-brand.
• Set guidelines for sample / prototype management and meeting organization on sub-brand level.
• Program & change management under application of excellent expertise.
• Team leadership for the respective sub-brand hub.
• Develop functional/ technical capabilities and behavioral/ managerial competences for direct reports. Proactively identify and promote talent for career development.
• Lead the process optimization across sub-brand and ensure cross-functional execution.
• Identify implications of process changes for IT systems, document required changes and ensure timely implementation.
• Measure performance against set KPI’s and report status on a regular basis.

Key Relationships:

• Go-To-Market teams
• All Business Unit Groups and Business Units
• Global Operations (Materials, Development, Costing, Sourcing, Planning)
• Design
• adidas Innovation Technology (aIT)
• Human Resources
• Finance
• Marketing Operations & Business Development (other sub brands and central Project Management)
• Sales (Wholesale, Retail, eCom)
• Global IT

HIERARCHICAL

• All Management levels (including senior executives).

GEOGRAPHICAL

• Global
• Creation Centers
• Markets (to a certain extent)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong Business Process Management/ Logistics experience and comprehensive end-to-end knowledge.
• Change and Project Management expertise.
• Strong solution oriented attitude.
• Proactive evolution and revolution oriented.
• Strong cross-functional/cross-brand attitude.
• Global team lead hub (with globally located resources).
• Developed experience in people management.
• Pls. add more soft skills (communication, analytical comp., etc.) if appropriate.
• English: fluent
• Another European language advantageous
• Outlook: Advanced
• Word: Basic
• Excel: Advanced
• PowerPoint: Advanced

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• University degree or equivalent education required.
• Possess a strong set of skills acquired through advanced training, study and experience.
• Broad & deep knowledge in own functional area, combining with broad knowledge of other areas.
• 10 years of working experience required.
• As manager of Experts 3 years management experience required.
• As manager of Admin / Tech Support minimum of 5 years management experience required.

Responsible for daily operations functions within the DC. Direct the workflow in and around the Sorter to include product flow to and from the Sorter in a safe and effective manner, while properly directing associates to complete assigned tasks. Responsible for continually improving the processes of the facility to increase the overall effectiveness of the operation. This role requires an effective professional communicator, must be a professional team player and must work well with others.

• Recall all Gaylords from the nightly wave.
• Start your first packwave or packwaves in Beumer, but remember not to over-activate too many waves causing re-circ. Once waves are active, have Inductors begin to induct
• Look to see if Recon is completed. If not, look at which packwaves have the greatest shortage and begin to set aside a Gaylord for each wave being Reconed.
• Perform recon in WM following the Recon SOP
• When product arrives for recon, always do the residual product before the reserve
• Always ensure Inductors are kept busy and productive
• Once Case Break arrives for a Rush wave, look at the Case Break report in PM Web to see how many partial dumps vs. full dumps there are and set lanes accordingly
• Always ensure a good flow of cases to the case break stations. Do not let the throwers overload the line. This will cause the line to shut down
• Once there are enough products at each station and enough work to ensure good flow. Stop induction of packwaves and begin to case break the rush wave
• Check case break and packwave locations after each packwave has been fully inducted to ensure there are no cases left in either location
• During the shift continuously check the lines to ensure all packed cartons are flowing from the Sorter
• Check no read and other netting around the Sorter at different periods throughout the day
• Check the Jackpot chute using the BEOS view in Beumer. If the chute is full have the drivers empty it ASAP and bring it to the opposite side, it was inducted on to see which wave the product belongs to
• Always ensure the no read is kept clear and if large amounts of product kicks to no read ensure we are not over-inducting and if we are; stop induction and have inductors pack or remove pairs until re-circulation is back in control
• At shifts end; ensure the drivers are setting up the 2nd shifts Gaylord’s and walk the Sorter to ensure there are no cartons that have been left on the floor
• Always ensure there are no loose pairs lying around either desk at shifts end, leave the area clean and ready for the incoming shift
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and orderly working environment
• Identify, report, and follow up on any property damage or safety concerns
• Participate in Lean Six Sigma activities
• Other duties as assigned

• Operations management team
• Inbound/Outbound Distribution personnel

• Excellent verbal and written communication in English
• Ability to work collaboratively within a large group of co-workers
• Positive and enthusiastic approach
• Strong knowledge of DC operations, including storage methods and material flow
• Performance and metrics driven mindset
• Excel, Outlook, Word and working knowledge of WMS principles
• Regularly required to talk or hear; stand or walk; use fingers, hands and arms to feel, handle, grip, grasp, lift, push and pull for up to ten (10) hours/day
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment
• Ability to reliably attend work/scheduled hours
• Occasionally required to sit; bending, twisting, climb or balance; lift and carry items such as boxes weighing up to forty (40) pounds; and stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Minimum of (1) year related distribution experience and/or training• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required