Specialist Launch Fulfillment

Purpose & Overall Relevance For The OrganizationTo provide elevated focus through the supply to firstly create superior On Time availability and strong delivery controls for defined articles at Retail Intro/Launch. Executing all system & communication related activities, ensuring that critical launch demand fulfilled via European Fulfilment Centers will be satisfied on time creating high launch on time delivery (LOTD).Key ResponsibilitiesWork with and support other Omni channel Fulfilment functions Inbound planning, Fulfilment Center Planning, Customer Fulfilment & deployment with the aim of driving LOTD delivery for launch.Create visibility of availability status for critical articles at RID/HLDWhen supply constrained execute ad-hoc allocations in line with business prioritiesEnsure that allocation horizons are managed to capture launch demandProvide visibility of launch volumes and ship dates to EFCs to prepare operationallyLead cross-functional meetings to share the availability expectations and plan flow of goodsLiaise with Inbound planning- and Fulfilment Center Planning to ensure key launch priorities have the highest priority at origin and intakeProvide information to key stake holders within Europe Demand Planning and Europe MarketingAssess impact of changes to RID/HLD change RDD/CDD when required and communicate to other stakeholders BU/Markets“Process owner” for strategic launches. Thorough understanding of all marketing and business needs. Establish standard framework and templates/reports Key RelationshipsProduct SupplyOmni channel fulfilment teams (Inbound planning, Fulfilment Center Planning, Customer fulfilment, deployment)European Fulfilment Center OperationsAccount operations & Customer service teamsGlobal ITEurope Marketing OperationsEurope Demand Planning Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesIn depth knowledge of supply chain mechanicsProcess thinkingStrong reporting & analytical skillsOperations as well as commercial mindsetExcellent knowledge of Customer Service processesDemonstrating initiative and acting result orientedAbility to accept and meet critical deadlines with good planning and organization skillsStrong communication skills Requisite Education And Experience / Minimum QualificationsA university degree with emphasis in the areas of business, information systems, logistics or operationsTwo to three years of work experience in supply chain managementStrong skills in ERP (SAP)/WMS systems, Power BI & Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to work within different cultures and levelsFluent in English (oral and in writing) adidas 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.adidas 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.