Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:A key player in Global Sourcing in driving Sourcing’s vision to be the Most Agile, Most Competitive, Most Digitalized & Cleanest Supply Base in the industry. Manage the implementation of world class strategic sourcing process and governance to achieve company's objectives. Assist Director Process Management & Governance in business analytics; and drive continuous improvement activities such as identify and implement initiatives to enhance supplier capabilities, efficiency, effectiveness and collaboration within Sourcing.Key Responsibilities:

• Act as process owner for all policies and procedures relevant for Sourcing including drive updates and implementation across the organization.
• Establish, maintain, and enforce structured/efficient policies and procedure management processes. Manage process standardization and improvements, e.g. set clear definition and guideline for process, harmonize processes and standard operating procedures, work with subject matter experts to provide content input into policy, etc.
• Identify opportunities and lead key Sourcing initiatives in productivity improvement, process design and standardization.
• Execute process improvement Initiatives for Sourcing end-to-end, including definition of deliverables and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), developing project plans and timelines, monitoring and driving progress, and post-implementation assessments of project success.
• Conduct regular organizational performance analysis. Proactively assess and suggest improvement opportunities for Sourcing across functional areas.
• Proactively collaborate across functions to identify and resolve issues that are posing obstacles to the business.
• Ensure all sourcing operations and practices fully comply with adidas’ Responsible Sourcing & Purchasing Policy, adidas standards and legal requirements, while managing the relevant processes internally and externally.
• Role model leadership to foster a culture of Diversity Equity & Inclusion that strives for an inclusive workplace.Key Relationships:
• Global Sourcing: Liaison Offices and functions
• Global Operations: Business Units facing Product Operations, Global Strategy & Programs, TECH
• Sourcing suppliers Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
• Strong business acumen and understanding of process, system landscape relevant to Sourcing.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills and ability to connect dots.
• Ability to drive initiatives and challenges status quo.
• Strong people and influencing communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Strong Microsoft office skills, especially PowerPoint, Power BI, Smartsheet, etcRequisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:
• University degree in Business Administration, Textile, Supply Chain, or Procurement is preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in manufacturing, project/operation management.
  
  

adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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