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Adidas INTERN SOURCING OPERATIONS OA1 
Netherlands, North Holland, Amsterdam 
98523604

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Sourcing Operations
Senior Manager, Materials Development
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PURPOSE

  • Assist in the materials development process by supporting key functions related to material sourcing, selection, and quality assessment.
  • Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic global sourcing environment while contributing to the creation of innovative materials that align with marketing and design strategies.
  • Support the continuous improvement of internal processes and sustainability initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide administrative and operational support for the materials development team.
  • Assist in gathering, organizing, and maintaining material data within internal databases and reporting tools.
  • Support material research, including trends, sustainability initiatives, and innovation strategies.
  • Help in coordinating communication between internal teams such as Design, Product Development, and Sourcing.
  • Work with Tier 2 suppliers under supervision to assist in material sampling and testing coordination.
  • Support documentation and tracking of materials testing results in compliance with adidas quality standards.
  • Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations related to materials selection, trends, and sustainability.
  • Participate in team meetings and learning opportunities to understand the end-to-end material development process.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

  • Materials Development Team
  • Sourcing and Quality Teams
  • Design and Product Development Teams
  • External Suppliers (Tier 2)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Strong interest in materials science, sustainability, or product development.
  • Basic understanding of material types and production processes is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Fluent in English; additional language skills are a plus.

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Textile Technology, or a related field.
  • Previous internship or academic project experience in materials, sustainability, or product development is a plus.