Manager GBS Global Process I2C

adidas; Porto; Presencial; EUR 55 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

adidas is seeking a Finance Process Expert within Global Business Services (GBS) to design and optimize end-to-end processes for the I2C stream, including credit, collections and cash application. You will drive standardization, automation and data-driven improvements across markets.

The role requires strong experience in GBS environments, SAP FI/CO knowledge, and ability to collaborate with corporate finance and market teams. Travel readiness is preferred and a global mindset is essential.

Qualificações

• Experience in GBS/Shared Services environments.
• Experience with I2C scope – credit, collection and dispute management, cash application.
• Understanding of the consumer goods industry.
• Ability to design, map and improve processes with compliance.
• Strong analytical mindset and data-driven decisions.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze, develop and adjust end-to-end processes and services to meet I2C goals and KPIs.
• Lead transformation initiatives and drive process standardization and automation.
• Manage and execute process improvements on demand and program roadmaps.
• Support tool selection and systems changes per architectural requirements.
• Ensure data quality and standardized reporting across regions.

Conhecimentos

GBS Experience

Shared Services

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

English Fluent

Strategic/ Tactical Thinking

Formação académica

Degree in Business Administration or IT

Ferramentas

SAP FI/CO

Microsoft Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organisation

GBS, the engine that designs, builds and operates consistent adidas end-to-end business services & solutions globally to drive the transformation TO ONE ADIDAS enabling our Business Partners to focus on core business. GBS prioritizes executing transitions, process and solution roadmaps. Implementing one service framework, performance measurements and GBS customer board. Furthermore GBS is driving the implementation of robotics process automation (RPA).

It is the overarching goal to move the adidas Group to a much more consistent, standardized and automated operating model with solid governance, architecture and operating model.

The I2C stream is one of streams who is designing and implementing end to end services & solutions as Global Process Owner (GPO). GPO team can effectively cross-collaborate with multiple stakeholders to define the current and future state of adidas business and its processes, identifying issues and risks, suggesting mitigation strategies and driving towards technology solutions.

GBS Operations operate by executing Global Process Owner services and solutions. I2C collaborates with the stakeholders in adidas to create a customer journey that exceeds the expectations of the customer & consumer.

Scope of I2C

• Credit and collection management
• Cash application

Key Responsibilities and General Accountabilities

• Analyze, develop new and adjust existing end to end processes/ services, standards or operational plans, and deliver results with direct impact on I2C stream, other streams and markets.
• Work towards theGBS priorities, KPI’s, OKR and overall GBS roadmap
• Manage and execute transformationinitiatives including GAP analysis related to the GBS operation centers/markets and provide process competency with a specific focus on I2C
• Develop and implement process standardization, harmonization and automation
• Manage and execute processimprovement initiatives on demand
• Manageand execute newI2C systems/ technology/methodology roadmap and process change, upskill, train and execute
• Support and Contribute at selection of tools, techniques and systems according to architectural requirements and demands
• Provide input to identify improvement potential, problems and feasibility of process change with stakeholders through variance analysis and effective usage of data, create transparency on priorities, develop options / solutions and facilitate recommendations for preparing fact-based decisions ending into regular continuous improvements.
• Support standardized reporting, measurements, KPI and ad hoc analysis in line with SLA’s together with Delivery Excellence team securing quality, timeliness, compliance and productivity of services and processes
• Lead medium sized projects with the respective profound process and technical knowledge within the boundaries of time, cost & quality, focusing on the customers expectations, implement results and support sustainability of solution.
• Provide expertise for I2C areas in line with latest taxonomy/GPD/ activity split, processes and technology towards operational and market finance teams
• Possess ownership of I2C processes and act as a subject matter expert.
• Support to the definitionof policies, accounting standards and guidelines for process improvement
• Manage and execute adaptionof Group Finance Manual (including IFRS) into GBS operations centers and non GBS markets to secure standardization while ensuring compliance
• Support the internal controls process and advice on improvement areas
• Partner and collaborate as business partner with operations center, Corporate Finance, Management and market finance within the assigned area of responsibility, understanding customer needs and requirements (i.e. accounting, financial reporting, policy group finance manual interpretation, data governance/principles)
• Get understanding of stakeholder requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis, problem resolution and support recommending options
• Support I2C change management through design and delivery of prototype tools, with other functions and streams to operationalize accordingly
• Ensure standardized data management processes and drive data quality improvement actions
• Support business process stakeholders on the analysis of processes, proposing relevant improvements and facilitating the successful implementation
• Provide expertise for operational processes or primary data related queries with your expert knowledge
• Develop and implement adequate communication packages to present derived results, recommendations and solutions
• Manage compliance and global process guidance

Key Relationships

• GBS VP’s
• GBS I2C Director
• Global GPO I2C, O2I, S2P, Controlling and Reporting, H2R
• Operational I2C Teams in Operations Centers
• GBS Global Governance
• Corporate Finance, Corporate Accounting, Corporate Treasury & Taxes
• Support Functions, i.e. IT
• Other business function: Global Operations, Brand Marketing, Sales (Wholesale/Retail/e-com), HR
• Finance markets
• External system providers/ consulters
• External contacts/ corporates for knowledge sharing and trends

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience and understanding of GBS / Shared Services environments
• Understanding of GBS processes
• Understanding of the consumer goods industry
• Understanding of the relevant I2C sub-processes
• Experience in process design, process mapping, improving process quality, process review and compliance
• Broad SAP FI/CO knowledge
• Ability to apply continuous process improvement concepts and tools
• Willingness to travel
• High degree of customer orientation
• Fluent in English (verbal and written)
• Good communication skills and an international mindset
• Ability to think strategically as well as tactically
• Good analytical mindset
• Cross functional and cross GPO mindset
• Familiarity with project management, strong planning and organization skills, and ability to work and deliver in changing environments, under limited guidance while adhering to specified deadlines
• Ability to work independently Understand the purpose and benefits of modelling as subject matter expert and contributes to usage of knowledgebase
• Ability to coach, guide and manage teams in a trustful and proficient manner
• Result orientation and pro-activity

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications

• Degreein Business Administration or IT or related areas, or equivalent combinations of educations
• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant work experience in finance functions, namely on I2C scope – credit, collection and dispute management, cash application
• Understanding of accounting processes
• Ideally experiences in shared service center organizations
• Understanding & knowledge of regional and global market landscape and the respective customer

AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE’S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.

• COURAGE:Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..
• OWNERSHIP:Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.
• INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.
• TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.
• INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards.
• RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.

At adidas, we strongly believe that embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into our culture and talent processes gives our employees a sense of belonging and our brand a real competitive advantage. – Culture Starts With People, It Starts With You – By recruiting talent and developing our people to reflect the rich diversity of our consumers and communities, we foster a culture of inclusion that engages our employees and authentically connects our brand with our consumers.