Adidas SENIOR MANAGER 3PL DISTRIBUTION CENTRE OPERATIONS AUSTRALIA 

United States, Colorado, Denver 

508141307

PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANIZATION

As Senior Manager, 3PL Distribution Centre Operations (Australia), you will have end-to-end accountability for all distribution centre operations across the Australian market.

You’ll oversee omni-channel fulfilment for B2B and B2C channels, including wholesale, retail, and e-commerce, by leading and optimising performance through multiple 3PL partners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the execution of the 3PL strategy across all Australian distribution centres to deliver best-in-class omni-channel fulfilment

• Manage end-to-end logistics operations covering warehousing, transportation, and fulfilment across wholesale, franchise, retail, and e-commerce channels

• Develop and manage supply chain budgets including DC and transportation costs, ensuring alignment with cost targets, inflation assumptions, and 3PL rate structures

• Ensure successful go-live and ongoing management of new multi-channel distribution facilities, coordinating with local, regional, and global stakeholders (3PL, engineering, IT, project teams)

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with 3PL partners focused on productivity, cost optimisation, and service enhancement

• Manage inventory accuracy and reconciliation across systems (WMS, AFS), ensuring transparency, timely adjustments, and proactive stock visibility for Sales and Customer Service

• Lead vendor management activities including contract negotiation, renewal, and performance management to ensure best-in-market service and cost competitiveness

• Monitor and report key performance indicators (service levels, cost-to-serve, inventory integrity, outbound delivery performance, sustainability metrics)

• Champion sustainability initiatives across distribution and transportation operations, in line with regional and global goals

• Ensure full compliance with safety, security, and risk management standards across all DC operations

• Collaborate with global teams to implement the adidas ADCE performance ecosystem, driving standardisation and achieving gold-level certification

• Develop future operational capability plans and nurture team development, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

• PAC SCM Senior Director

• Director, DC & Transport Operations

• PAC Management Team (SLT)

• Brand & Commercial Teams

• EM SCM Financial Controller

• Global Distribution & Logistics

• External partners: 3PL providers, transporters, forwarders, and other suppliers

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong expertise in operational supply chain management, including warehousing, transportation, and omni-channel fulfilment

• Proven ability to manage structured delivery and performance of 3PL and/or warehouse operations

• Highly data- and process-driven with advanced analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capability; able to coach and motivate teams for performance excellence

• Proactive, execution-focused mindset with a track record of delivering measurable outcomes

• Excellent communication and influencing skills across all organisational levels

• Deep customer and business orientation with a focus on efficiency and profitability

• Proven experience in leading complex projects and operational transformations

• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); SAP experience preferred

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Logistics, or Business Administration

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Distribution Operations

• At least 5 years’ experience in in-house fulfilment operations and/or management of 3PL fulfilment partners

• Demonstrated success in omni-channel fulfilment management and multi-site operational leadership

• Experience in retail, FMCG, or sporting goods sectors is advantageous

• Fluent in English (both written and verbal)