PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANIZATIONGlobal Solutions Engineering is the key to successful and efficient distribution centers at adidas. The Global Solutions Engineering team drives best practices in distribution center layout and design, automation and DC processes, and optimization initiatives. They own our approach to standardize DC's world-wide, drive introduction of new technologies and facilitate development of the global and regional Engineering organization. In addition, they define and drive execution of global DC engineering strategy for adidas.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelops strategies for DC design standardization, both from a process and automation perspective where applicableCollaborates with Global Non-Trade Procurement to define global and regional supplier strategiesFacilitate introduction of new distribution center technologies in cooperation with regional engineering teamsBenchmark adidas DC designs against other companies to ensure 'best in class' adoptionReview and validate major business cases for large-scale projects across all regionsReviews and signs off on new technical solutions for both internal and 3PL designsDefines global DC consulting and MHE vendor framework agreements and contractsPeople ManagementBuild the appropriate structure to be able to manage the respective organization effectively, identify and develop the future talents and create realistic succession scenarios for key position.Ensure appropriate leadership skills are present at every level by creating a motivational and supportive work environment in which employees are coached, trained and provided with career opportunities through developmentAllocate the different work streams to the respective teams and employees considering experience, project complexity, workload and organizational efficiencyContinuously monitor and evaluate team workload and organizational efficiency with the support of IT systems, data and analysis and team feedback and make appropriate changes in order to meet business needsProvide team members/direct reports with clear direction, development and targets that are aligned with business needs and GIT objectivesKEY RELATIONSHIPSInternalGlobal Engineering teamDistribution Center managementRegional Supply Chain ManagementStrategy ManagementPerformance ManagementProject ManagementIT (WMS/WCS) functionsSelected other functions across the Group based on projects (Global Real Estate, Corporate Communication team, Project Steering Boards, sponsors)ExternalOutside vendorsConsultants as appropriateKnowledge, Skills And AbilitiesProven experience in DC design, including all aspects of Facility, layout, Automation and process designAbility to take business forecasts and translate into a facility design using CAD tools such as AutoCADAdapt at MHE specification including power equipment, conveyor systems, rack systems, sortation systems and various picking methodologiesRelevant experience in complex business analytics in a distribution environmentFormal training and application of Six Sigma, Lean and other process improvement methodologies preferredSolid background in work measurement programs such as Labor Management and Engineering Labor Standards desiredAbility to present to middle and senior management to drive decision makingExcellent analytical, problem-solving and quantitative abilitiesStrong project management, planning and organization skills and ability to work and deliver in changing environments while adhering to specified deadlines and budgetsStrong technical knowledge (of tools) as it relates to DC automation (e.g. ASRS, mini load, goods to man, sortation) and Warehouse Control Systems, as well as Manual DC conceptsExcellent skills in creating complex presentations using Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project. Full understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS)Distribution, Logistics and overall supply chain understanding of processes and systemsContributes significantly to the achievement of department and/or project targetsMediate and bring cross-functional stakeholders with different objectives to agree on a consensusExcellent knowledge in engineering, combined with a broad knowledge of other areas in distributionAbility to plan, budget and manage project executionExperienced in leading international, cross-functional project teamsTeam management leadership experienceRequisite Education And Experience / Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree and/or related work history in Engineering or business administration with focus on supply chain management with focus on distribution and/or industrial engineering preferred12+ years of relevant distribution experience7+ years management experience (of experts) requiredExperience in consumer goods or retail warehousing preferredWillingness and ability to travel internationally frequentlyExcellent English language proficiency; multi-lingual abilities in local languages preferredadidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. 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