Manager, Planning 3

PurposeAs a Supply Planning Manager within Global Sourcing, you will lead our mission to build the industry's most agile, competitive, innovative, and sustainable supply base. Managing planning teams across multiple Operation Centers, you'll ensure optimal product availability by aligning supply with demand—delivering the right products at the right time and cost.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Supply Management: Execute planning processes across Operation Centers to maximize product availability through data-driven decision making and problem-solvingTeam Leadership: Develop high-performing planning teams through mentorship and creating a collaborative environment that drives resultsCross-Functional Excellence: Build strong partnerships across Operations, Manufacturing, and Sales to improve planning processes and service levelsDAILY JOBMake production allocation decisions that balance customer satisfaction with manufacturing constraints at Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier levelsMonitor delivery performance metrics and implement improvement initiatives with Operations Managers and factory leadershipProvide exceptional customer service to Markets, sales teams and Business Units and drive customer-centric mentality with T1 and T2 supply partnersAddress material availability issues to ensure uninterrupted production flowAssess suppliers’ capacity reliability, order confirmation accuracy, and planning effectivenessContribute to enterprise-wide initiatives as a project member or subject matter expertIdentify, suggest and execute continuous improvement projects using lean principles and state of the art digital toolsManage stakeholder relationships effectively while maintaining operational excellenceFollow adidas' Responsible Sourcing & Purchasing Policy, company standards and legal requirementsModel inclusive leadership that supports our commitment to Diversity, Equity & InclusionKey RelationshipsGlobal Product Development and SourcingManufacturing partners (Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers)Global Supply Planning and Order ManagementOther global functionsKnowledge, Skills And Abilities5+ years of experience in supply planningProven experience leading teams and improving operations Strong analytical ability with data-driven decision-making Effective communication and stakeholder management skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office and supply chain management toolsKnowledge of Power BI, Python, SQL, DAX would be considered a plusRequisite Education And ExperienceDiploma or degree in related areas, or equivalent combination of education and related work experienceMinimum 5+ years of relevant business experienceadidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.