Senior Manager Inbound Distribution Operations

senior manager inbound distribution operations purpose

this position will be a key leader in the adidas indy organization and be involved in strategic planning and tactical decision making as it relates to processes, staffing, and capacity planning. Provide effective leadership and direction for the inbound distribution operations in indianapolis, with full accountability for all aspects of inbound distribution departments. Ensure operational kpi targets are achieved while cultivating the adidas indy culture.

• manage all aspects of people and processes of inbound distribution departments in indianapolis, including forklift, receiving, and shipping.
• provide direction and establish expectations for shift managers. Ensure accountability on all levels.
• devise a strategic vision for inbound distribution operations and ensure goals are accomplished with regards to customer service levels, throughput/productivity, inventory accuracies, cpus, and operational improvement projects. Maintain a focus on operational efficiencies in order to maximize company margins and to deliver the highest quality product on time.
• responsible for establishing, monitoring, and maintaining an annual budget for inbound departments.
• maintain and report upon monthly departmental kpis and devise necessary action plans to ensure operational metrics are achieved.
• collaborate with human resources to identify and execute a staffing plan to support operational volume forecasts.
• represent inbound distribution operations in dealings with other internal supply chain partners and stakeholders.
• actively seek opportunities to develop and grow direct reports through education, internal exposure to new and different processes, and generally challenging them to think and act strategically.
• ensure the leadership framework mindset is cultivated within the operation.
• present and sell recommendations to all levels of management.

• distribution operations management
• internal partners including demand planning, finance, customer service, order fulfillment, supply chain inbound, human resources
• engineering & training
• manufacturing operations
• inhouse scheduling & capacity planning
• outside vendors

• strong leadership skills including ability to effectively influence and coach/mentor team.
• ability to effectively communicate and delegate within and across departmental lines.
• mid-range strategic planning abilities (1-3 years).
• ability to assess priorities and make decisions to meet key business objectives.
• ability to promptly adapt to changing business conditions.
• tactical decision‑making skills.
• must demonstrate leadership skills and live the adidas core values of courage, ownership, innovation, teamplay, integrity, and respect.
• must demonstrate high energy and positivity.
• ability to communicate well and in a professional manner, both verbal and written, to all levels of employees within the organization.
• must possess ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external teams.
• ability to lead teams in a fast‑paced environment and work well under pressure.
• computer skills required, including microsoft outlook, excel, and teams.
• must demonstrate high-level emotional intelligence.

• bachelor's degree in distribution or logistics (or like discipline) required.
• 5-7 years of management experience in a distribution/logistics environment (or like industry) desired.
• proven expertise in lean, six sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills.
• excellent communication and leadership abilities to influence cross‑functional teams.

at 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.

• courage: speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need.
• ownership: pick up the ball. Be proactive, take…