Director Procurement Logistics & Distribution (m/f/d)

h3Director Procurement Logistics Distribution (m/f/d) /h3h3Purpose Overall Relevance for the Organization: /h3pLead the development of category practices on a global scale, including: /pulliDefine and deploy sourcing strategies for the transport logistics procurement category in close collaboration with SCM market teams and regional/local procurement leaders /liliExecution and upscaling of stakeholder management to maximize total cost of ownership savings and Procurement’s value contribution /liliAssure achieving compliance targets with policies, strategies, and processes /liliStrive to meet the mutually agreed Procurement targets contributing to the overall budget targets /liliDevelop and lead global provider portfolio management of the transport logistics procurement category /li /ulh3Key Responsibilities: /h3pCo-lead the definition of the transport logistics category strategy: /pulliAnalyze category and define category profile, incl. spend, requirement management, risk assessment, supplier base assessment and SRM strategy on a global scale /liliBenchmark category best practices to identify initiatives for improvement and establish best practice sharing across markets and functions /liliBuild category specific strategic (sourcing) plan in alignment with business and Logistics teams /liliAlign strategic (sourcing) plan to financial budget and global business strategies /liliDefine P2P and buying channel strategies, identify and consider automation potential and P2P/ channel effectiveness /liliDefine, deploy and enhance transport logistics procurement category methodology and toolbox /li /ulpLead logistics sourcing strategy implementation to support market logistics strategy and savings realization /pulliInitiate internal and external analysis (industry/market and supplier intelligence ) /liliConsolidate requirements and act as business partner for business/ other functions, supporting the alignment and optimization of specification with the business / other functions /liliLead contract implementation and drive contract compliance /liliBe accountable for savings delivery according to defined targets /li /ulpGovern and support the work and efforts of a cross-functional sourcing team in all stages of a strategic sourcing project /pulliDrive alignment of roles and responsibilities on sourcing project level (operating model) /liliCollaborate and align with global/ market/ country procurement teams as applicable /liliLead drive RfX process including supplier selection and fact-based negotiations /liliCollaborate with legal to finalize contractual agreement and its administration /liliEnsure savings methodology and tracking through close collaboration with GFF /liliWork with Procurement Leads to implement and activate contracts globally /li /ulpManage commercial supplier relationship with key suppliers within the defined category scope /pulliBuild, maintain and manage relationship with suppliers identified as key suppliers in the respective category, monitors performance of key strategic suppliers /liliLead supplier development activities; set up cross-functional review meetings with key strategic suppliers in order to improve performance and further cost / demand reductions (create an advantage) /liliSupport the identification of potential contract improvement opportunities and re-negotiations /li /ulpManage relationship with key stakeholders and business representatives /pulliProvide input on volume/ specification/ price to build smart consumption policies /liliAct as an escalation point for category related issues and drive resolution in line with global Procurement policies /liliAchieve “buy-in” from key stakeholders in the market for major procurement initiatives /liliCreate and outline contribution for budget improvements /liliFoster that business needs are being identified, represented and incorporated into category strategies /liliAct as Point of Contact for the business to assure business requirements are met /liliPermanently create synergies across the organization and drive Best Practice sharing with SCM markets, Global Procurement Community and other key business functions /liliReview process, requirements and relationship improvement opportunities with focus on cost reductions /li /ulh3Key Relationships: /h3ulliProcurement: Senior Category Director, Senior Category Managers, Market (Senior) Director Procurement, Country Senior Manager Procurement /liliSupply Chain Managementbr/Market VP and Senior Director Supply Chain /liliSenior officials up to CEO level of supplier(s) /liliOther key business functions like Legal, Risk Mgmt., and Compliance, Insurance, GFF and GBS /li /ulh3Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: /h3ulliAdvanced in sourcing and procurement methodologies in the transport logistics procurement category /liliAdvanced background on transport logistics processes and supply chain management /li /ulpStrong expertise in containerized ocean freight, air freight, and overland transportation /pulliExpert in Transport Logistics category management and sourcing execution on a global basis /liliExtremely good knowledge of procurement strategy development and conveyance /liliStrong knowledge of procurement tools and data, content and automation /liliExpert in risk and compliance management /liliStrong ability to analyze specifications and influence demand /liliExtensive capability to independently interact throughout the adidas organization /liliProject and process management knowledge and experience /liliStrong presentation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills /liliAction oriented and solution minded team player with high degree of self-management /liliProficiency in MS Office /liliFluent in English, spoken and written /liliAt least 2-3years experience in managing a team /liliTravel of up to 30% /li /ulh3Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications: /h3ulliA master’s degree with emphasis on the areas of transport logistics, supply chain, business, economics, finance, procurement or legal, or comparable professional education /liliAt least 10+ years working experience with 5+ years of experience in similar or adequate role in Procurement, Consulting or Logistics environment /liliProcurement or sales for a leading Logistics Service Provider or a leading global Freight Forwarder or within FMCG industry /li /ulpAT 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. /pullibCOURAGE: /bSpeak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need.. /lilibOWNERSHIP: /bPick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through. /lilibINNOVATION: /b Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things. /lilibTEAMPLAY: /b Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset. /lilibINTEGRITY: /b Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards. /lilibRESPECT: /b Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all. /li /ulpAt 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. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr