Senior SCM Leader – Wholesale Excellence & On-Time Delivery

Adidas; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k with employer match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Parental leave (14 weeks)

Paid holidays

Service Time Off

Job summary

adidas Portland, OR is seeking a Senior Wholesale SCM Lead to drive harmonized processes for priority NAM Wholesale Accounts, focusing on supply and demand alignment, monthly planning, outbound operations, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead a 5–8 person team and collaborate across Order Management, Product Supply, Demand Planning, Sales, and DC Operations.

Strong knowledge of SAP, PowerBI and data analytics is required, with a track record of delivering on-time availability

Qualifications

• Advanced understanding of Wholesale supply chain processes, including purchasing, logistics, inventory management, and distribution.
• Advanced knowledge of demand forecasting, supply planning, and financial planning, production parent/child availability.
• Proven history of driving KPIs related to supply chain performance that drive on-time Availability and Shipping performance, including risk assessment, mitigation, and continuous improvement.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assemble data, interpret it, craft executive summaries and deliver business insights
• Effective Storytelling and negotiation through oral and written communication, as well as data visualization.
• Understanding of methodologies for process improvement, such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
• Industry-specific knowledge/experience, particularly in the athletic footwear and apparel space.
• Strong project management skills to oversee and implement supply chain initiatives.
• Ability to lead a team of 5-8 people to deliver results.
• Ability to foster a team culture and inspire learning and personal development.
• Successful track record of developing direct reports
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence various departments, including Product Supply, Demand Planning, Sales, and Operations.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing supply chain processes and data.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software (SAP) and data analysis tools (PowerBI, Excel, Tableau).
• Ability to negotiate and build relationships with key retailers, and driving customer satisfaction and business growth.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and supply chain dynamics.
• Ability to succeed in a fast paced operating environment, while maintaining stability for the team.
• Ability to contribute to the development and execution of broader strategic supply chain initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to drive continuous planning, process, system, and service improvements for priority Wholesale accounts, while supporting strategic wholesale business priorities.
• Deliver KPIs to ensure supply chain efficiency, enabling best in class Availability and On-Time Shipping to priority Wholesale accounts.
• Support preseason planning on seasonal assortments to align order deadlines and key programs.
• Drive seasonal fulfillment targets to enhance profitability and efficiency, and ensure accountability.
• Mitigate in-season demand/supply alignment issues and drive orderbook changes across functions.
• Maintain regular and accurate forecasting of in-season supply to meet demand and financial objectives.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends and opportunities and communicate insights to stakeholders.
• Prepare and present weekly, monthly, and quarterly updates on supply chain performance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Order Management, Product Supply, Demand Planning, and more to ensure execution.
• Drive relationships with key customers, negotiate win-wins, and pursue continuous improvements.
• Provide leadership to a small team and develop talent.
• Contribute to broader strategic supply chain initiatives.

Skills

Supply chain leadership

KPI management

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Team leadership

Data storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

SAP

PowerBI

Excel

Tableau

Job description

adidas Portland, OR is seeking a Senior Wholesale SCM Lead to drive harmonized processes for priority NAM Wholesale Accounts, focusing on supply and demand alignment, monthly planning, outbound operations, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead a 5–8 person team and collaborate across Order Management, Product Supply, Demand Planning, Sales, and DC Operations.

Strong knowledge of SAP, PowerBI and data analytics is required, with a track record of delivering on-time availability