Manager, Materials Operations

adidas Group; Lahore; On-site; PKR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

adidas Group in Lahore is seeking an experienced T2 Operations Lead to manage supplier performance across development, commercialization and production. You will drive improvements, onboard new suppliers and ensure quality standards are met.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, risk monitoring and coaching a reporting team, with a focus on DEI and brand values.

Qualifications

• University degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Textile Technology or Business Management.
• 3–5 years work experience; apparel development/production preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee T2 operations and supplier performance across development, commercialization and production.
• Monitor supplier performance, identify risks and coordinate mitigations.
• Implement processes, onboard new suppliers, monitor compliance.
• Ensure high quality prototype and bulk order fulfilment.
• Coach and develop team, succession planning.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

ERP/MRP knowledge

English fluency

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering/Textile Technology/Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Analytics tools

Job description

PURPOSE

Key player in driving our vision to be the Most Agile, Most Competitive, Most Digitalized & Cleanest Supply Base in the industry. Lead operational activity and drive performance at assigned T2's. Support material development & product commercialization efforts to ensure adidas objectives are met. Develop, coach and grow reporting team members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for T2 operations and supplier performance across development, commercialization, & production stages at assigned T2's.
• Monitor supplier performance, identify potential risks & coordinate mitigation efforts, initiating improvement plans as needed.
• Implement processes & policies at assigned T2's; onboard new ones; monitor compliance.
• Ensure company quality standards are effectively implemented and promote best practice sharing.
• Ensure accurate, high quality and timely execution of prototype sample and bulk order fulfilment.
• Coordinate counter development activities at assigned T2's.
• Drive cross-functional, supply chain-oriented initiatives as directed by leadership.
• Demonstrate partnership by regularly soliciting feedback from T2's; identify and elevate internal improvement opportunities.
• Drive cross-functional, supply chain-oriented initiatives as directed by leadership.
• Role model brand values and foster a culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Team: develop and coach team members, identify and grow key talent, build and establish succession plans.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

• Global Sourcing: Sourcing Operations, Costing, Materials, Engineering & Manufacturing Innovation, Allocation and Planning, Quality
• Global Operations: Sustainability Strategy, Global Strategy & Programs, Global Product Supply, Product Operations, Supply Chain Management
• Global Legal: Global Social & Environmental Affairs
• Product Operations: Business Unit Operations
• External stakeholders: T2 and T3 leadership
• Government & None-Governmental Organizations (NGO)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Good communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across functions and regions.
• Solid people, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Strong problem solving & analytical skills; strong overall business acumen.
• Functionally and technically sound team player with proven track record delivering results.
• Possess growth mindset and ability to challenge the status quo.
• Proficient in Microsoft office, Analytics and ERP/MRP a plus.
• Fluent in English communication, knowledge of another language (Mandarin, Vietnamese, Bahasa, or German) an advantage.

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• University degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Textile Technology or Business Management is preferred.
• Minimum 3~5 years work experience, related industry is preferred.
• Experience in apparel Development and Production is an advantage.

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