Specialist Inbound Planning (Temp. 6 Months)

Job description

Country: Netherlands
Job Function: Supply Chain Management

State / Province: Netherlands
Position Type: Temp

City / Location: Amsterdam
Brand: adidas

Relocation: No

Somewhere, in one of our workshops right now, the future is taking shape. We are constantly working to redefine the way clothing and footwear transforms the pitch, court or course. This is what drives us: the feeling of discovery and the urge to innovate. When we create a product that makes our hearts beat faster, we know we’re onto something.

If this sounds inspiring, you might be one of us: Someone who loves to create the present, as well as shape the future. There’s a reason adidas has been at the forefront of defining sport for more than 60 years: We never stand still. Everyday, we work to improve everything we create.

At adidas, interesting, amazing and inspiring aren’t just ideas. They are what we do every single day.

Purpose:

Planning the flow of goods from factories across the globe to our 5 Western European Fulfilment Centers or delivery direct to our Key Accounts customers, whilst ensuring on time in full (OTIF) availability of products to our Wholesale and Direct to Consumer channels.

Implementing the right measures to guarantee a smooth and cost efficient inbound process and against regionally set priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

· Responsible for the flow of goods at origin (factory to shipment) and/or destination (in transit to receipt into the European distribution centers and forwarders (Damco Bremen and ITG Munich)
· Secure smooth collaboration with all colleagues and external parties on all interfaces
· Work cross functionally across the supply chain to achieve on time availability of goods
· Present in regular meetings with DC Operations and share availability projections, outlooks on inbound performance, priorities and expectations
· Analyze Inbound forecasts in line with carrier/forwarder allocations and DC intake/inventory capacities, and be able to challenge and recommend solutions to manage peak months and critical situations
· Manage special business processes (e.g. Never Out Of Stock, Launch Management etc.) with the order fulfillment view
· Monitor outstanding/incomplete supply and push suppliers via Purchasing to hand over products to the carrier as well as monitoring forwarder cargo receipt status.
· Inform markets on supply or transportation issues impacting availability
· Report on open POs in transit and prioritize for intake according to IPI, allocation coverage and distribution center capacity
· Monitor intake lead time & quality and cleanse purchase orders in SAP
· Ensure systems reflect correct information and that an accurate ATP picture is maintained at all times
· Measure carrier quality and performance and provide feedback to Global Logistics and DC Operations teams

Key Relationships:

· WESCM Functions (Purchasing, Order Book Management, Inventory Management, Distribution Planning, Customer Fulfilment, Ranging and DC Operations)
· Direct to Consumer functions (Retail and eCommerce)
· Corporate Solutions
· Global Logistics
· SCM Reporting
· Global IT
· 3PLs and Carriers
· Global Marketing
· Global Sales Unit

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

· In depth knowledge of supply chain mechanics
· Process thinking
· Experience of working with SAP MM and SD
· Strong reporting & analytical skills
· Operations as well as a cost-focused mindset
· Good level of understanding of external transportation systems
· Ability to accept and meet critical deadlines with good planning and organization skills
· Demonstrating initiative and acting result oriented
· Strong and clear communication skills

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

· College or university degree or equivalent, preferably with a focus in supply chain management; alternatively equivalent combination of education and related working experience in the field of Logistics, Footwear and/or Apparel
· Minimum two years of work experience in supply chain management
· Good SAP skills and 3rd Party applications
· Competent user in Microsoft Office applications
· Fluent in English (oral and in writing)
· Preferably another European Language

Take a glimpse into working at the adidas Amsterdam: goo.gl/ExrFRP