Manager of Global Procurement responsible for logistics and transport strategies at Adidas. Engaging in carrier relationships and optimizing procurement practices at a global level.
Responsibilities
Execute category best practices for the transport & logistics procurement sub-category including: Co-definition and deployment of sourcing strategy for the transport & logistics procurement sub-category
Realization of stakeholder management to maximize total cost of ownership savings and Procurement’s value contribution
Analyze the sub-category and define category profile, incl. risk assessment, supplier base assessment and Supplier Relationship Management strategy
Support building sub-category specific strategic plan in alignment with relevant stakeholders
Execute defined sourcing initiatives as per the 7 steps strategic sourcing methodology
Deliver internal and external analysis (industry/market and supplier intelligence)
Collaborate and align with global/ market/ country procurement teams as applicable
Act as an escalation point for project related issues and drive resolution in line with global Procurement policies
Achieve “buy-in” from key stakeholders in the market for procurement initiatives
Act as Point of Contact for the business to assure business requirements are met
Requirements
A master’s degree with emphasis on the areas of transport & logistics, supply chain, business, economics, finance, procurement or legal, or comparable professional education
Minimum 3 to 5 years’ professional experience in a similar functional domain or other related positions, with knowledge of category at hand (Transportation and Logistics);
Experience with supplier selection, negotiation and contracting
Intermediate knowledge in sourcing and procurement methodologies and concepts, business partnering and category management (7 steps strategic sourcing, fact-based negotiations, etc.)
Good background on transport & logistics processes and supply chain management, specifically on sub-category level
Strong ability to analyze data, specifications and influence demand
Proficiency in MS Office and preferably SAP MM/ SRM & Ariba
Fluent in English, spoken and written.
Benefits
We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders (incl. gender identity), ethnic and social backgrounds, nationalities, sexual orientations, religions and beliefs, and those with apparent or non-apparent disabilities.
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities to apply and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.
Job title
Manager Global Procurement, Logistics & Distribution
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