Senior Manager Delivery Integration (Project Management)
Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization :
Are you passionate about steering initiatives that transform data into actionable insights – driving tangible results and enabling decision making within Supply Chain? If you're a seasoned project manager or delivery manager with a background in supply chain and analytics, and you thrive at the intersection of data, impact, and stakeholder engagement, then look no further – this role is built for you.
As part of the Supply Chain Intelligence team, we are actively seeking an experienced project manager to drive program and project delivery across key workstreams (e.g., planning, milestones tracking, and execution) in alignment with the strategic direction of Supply Chain Intelligence. Join us in shaping the future of supply chain intelligence at adidas.
Key Responsibilities :
1. Lead end-to-end supply chain intelligence projects (including use cases), driving business impact, user adoption, and measurable outcomes.
2. Oversee project / program delivery: planning, execution, milestone tracking, risk / opportunity management, and stakeholder alignment.
3. Ensure end-to-end visibility across Supply Chain Intelligence initiatives, including interdependencies within SC Intelligence pillars and key partners (e.g., SCM Data Domain).
4. Identify business opportunities through the development of new capabilities, working closely with stakeholders to assess and prioritize demands, ensuring alignment with SCM goals.
5. Foster user adoption by collaborating with supply chain intelligence teams to provide targeted training programs for functions and market end-users and stakeholders.
6. Create user documentation and materials to improve user understanding, engagement, and adoption of supply chain intelligence capabilities.
7. Develop and implement effective demand management processes to optimize resource allocation and project delivery.
8. Own and deliver the SC Intelligence communication approach and execution for the SCM Reporting Community (global and markets).
9. Connect deliverables and insights into a clear end-to-end view, considering input from SC Intelligence, Data Transformation, Analytics Acceleration pillars within SC Intelligence, and what is needed from the SCM Data Foundation team.
Key Relationships :
Stakeholders can relate to the following core functions :
* SCM – Global KPI Owner
* SCM – Global / Market Functions
* SCM - Strategy & Digital Solutions (e.g., Business Enablement - Head-Office & SCM Academy)
* SCM Product teams
* Global TECH (SCM Data Foundations)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
* End-to-end mindset: Big picture view of problems on hand with the ability to embrace innovation, challenge the status quo, and drive changes while anticipating and forecasting various scenarios.
* Collaborative style: Ability to work collaboratively in a team and create an inclusive environment with people at all levels, building relationships with cross-functional collaborators and executives.
* Storyteller: Comfortable with communication; fluency in English is essential, and proficiency in additional languages is a benefit.
* Personal Resilience: Celebrates successes, views failures as learning opportunities, and can bounce back in the face of difficulties.
* Cultural Sensitivity: Ability to navigate and work effectively across diverse cultures within a multinational context.
* Done is better than perfect: Proactive in action, capable of navigating ambiguity, and turning complex situations into manageable tasks.
* Business case oriented: Skilled at working with limited information, making assumptions, scenario planning, and building meaningful roadmaps and business cases.
* Stakeholder Management: Effective at gaining support, maintaining positive relationships, and securing ongoing support throughout projects.
* Problem Solving & Analytical Skills: Adept at breaking down problems, understanding key factors, and considering risks and dependencies to provide well-thought-out recommendations.
* Leadership: Knows when to support, builds trust with team and stakeholders.
Requisite Education and Qualifications :
* Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience in a multinational environment (e.g., top-tier consulting, project management, apparel/fashion, or supply chain management).
* Proven experience of at least 3 years in a project management or delivery role with a strong understanding of project management principles.
* Experience in agile project management and analytics/data projects is preferred.
* Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field.
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