Purpose
Responsible for ensuring lead times and buy-ready status enable on-time buys and preseason availability, while comparing demand plans to supply readiness. The Manager will play a critical role in aligning supply chain operations with market demand and closing gaps cross-functionally.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and manage lead times to ensure timely purchasing or phasing of seasonal products.
- Ensure products achieve buy-ready status to enable on-time buys and preseason availability.
- Compare demand plans to supply readiness, identifying and addressing discrepancies.
- Close gaps on key programs requiring a buy-to-forecast model, especially long-lead-time or specialty products.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align supply chain operations with market demand.
- Track KPIs related to product availability and lead times.
- Use data analytics to inform decisions and improve supply chain processes.
- Prepare and present reports on lead times, buy-ready status, and supply readiness.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.
- Maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Understanding of supply chain principles, including lead time management, demand planning, and inventory control.
- Knowledge of wholesale go-to-market lifecycles, demand planning, supply planning, and fulfillment.
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
- Familiarity with buy-to-forecast models and supply chain planning.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, drive continuous improvement, and engage stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications
- College or university degree focused on supply chain management; postgraduate education preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience in logistics, footwear, or apparel.
- Three to five years of experience, preferably in supply chain management or customer service within the footwear and apparel industry.
- People or stakeholder management experience is a plus.
Benefits and Work Policy
adidas offers medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, disability, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase, education assistance, paid parental leave, flexible time off, paid holidays, and bonus eligibility.
This hybrid position is based in Portland, Oregon, with office attendance Monday through Thursday and remote work flexibility on Fridays. In-office attendance may be required on Fridays for highly collaborative work or presentations.
Culture and Inclusion
adidas promotes courage, ownership, innovation, teamplay, integrity, respect, and diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its culture and talent processes.