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Manager, Materials Operations

PURPOSE

  • Key player in driving our vision to be the Most Agile, Most Competitive, Most Digitalized & Cleanest Supply Base in the industry. Lead operational activity and drive performance at assigned T2s.
  • Support material development and product commercialization to ensure adidas objectives are met. Develop, coach, and grow reporting team members.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage T2 operations and supplier performance across development, commercialization, and production.
  • Monitor supplier performance, identify risks, and coordinate mitigation and improvement plans.
  • Implement processes and policies at assigned T2s; onboard new suppliers; ensure compliance.
  • Ensure effective execution of company quality standards and promote best‑practice sharing.
  • Oversee accurate, high‑quality, and timely prototype sample and bulk order fulfillment.
  • Coordinate counter‑development activities at assigned T2s.
  • Drive cross‑functional, supply chain–oriented initiatives as directed by leadership.
  • Build strong partnerships by regularly gathering feedback from T2s; escalate internal improvement opportunities.
  • Ensure full compliance with adidas Responsible Sourcing & Purchasing Policy, adidas standards, and legal requirements.
  • Role‑model brand values and foster a culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
  • Develop and coach team members, identify and grow key talent, and build succession plans.

 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

  • Global Sourcing (Sourcing Operations, Costing, Materials, Engineering & Manufacturing Innovation, Allocation & Planning, Quality)
  • Global Operations (Sustainability Strategy, Global Strategy & Programs, Global Product Supply, Product Operations, Supply Chain Management)
  • Global Legal (Social & Environmental Affairs)
  • Product Operations (Business Unit Operations)
  • External partners: T2 & T3 leadership, government bodies, NGOs

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
  • Solid people leadership, influencing, and negotiation capabilities.
  • Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities; strong business acumen.
  • Technically and functionally sound team player with a proven record of delivering results.
  • Growth mindset with ability to challenge the status quo.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; analytics tools and ERP/MRP systems are a plus.
  • Fluent in English; Mandarin, Vietnamese, Bahasa, or German is an advantage.

 

REQUISITE EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

  • University degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Textile Technology, or Business Management preferred.
  • 3–5 years of relevant work experience; related industry preferred.
  • Experience in soft goods development or production is an advantage.

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 responsibility and follow-through.
  • INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.
  • TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.
  • INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards.
  • RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.


At 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.

Job Title:  Manager, Materials Operations

Brand: 
Location:  Guangzhou
TEAM:  Supply Chain & Sourcing
State:  GD
Country/Region:  CN
Contract Type:  Full time
Number:  541597
Date:  Mar 4, 2026
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